Basket Gardening
If you're considering growing plants in baskets there are a few things that you will need to do if the plants are to survive. Obviously, you want to start with the best and healthiest seeds or plants available.
You need to use a good quality container mix as well. There are hanging basket mixes that are made specifically to provide the best growing conditions for basket plants.
For a more attractive appearance you want the basket to look as 'full' as possible. So you want to grow several plants in each basket. It's best to put the larger plants in the middle of the basket with smaller plants trailing out to the edges.
The larger the basket the better chance your plants will have to survive and grow and, they will require less maintenance.
As with all plants water is essential and with baskets more care than usual is required to ensure the plants get enough.
You can place a water trough between the plants and the liner to maintain a place to hold water that would normally seep through the liner.
In warmer weather you will need to water the plants more often. I recommend a long watering wand, which makes reaching the plants easier.
Occasionally, if you have baskets that are easily moved, you can place the entire basket in a tub of water. If the basket has become too dry you will need to soak it until the bubbles stop rising.
Always use quality liquid plant feed to ensure your plants are getting all the nutrients that they require.
To help prevent the plants from drying out in the sun and the wind try to get maximum foliage coverage.
If you take the time to give your basket plants the additional care that they need, you will be rewarded with a pleasant addition to any living area.
Happy Gardening To You, Janet Combs www.verticalgardeningsecrets.com