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You can plant just about anything in a container with the possible exception of a tree. Container flower gardening opens up a whole new world to anyone without a yard or with very little space. What I like about container flower gardening is that I can rearrange the garden to my own liking any time I want.
You can get containers in plastic, clay, or wood. They will all do the job but each has its own problems. Plastic doesn't breathe. Wood is heavy and hard to move. Clay is expensive and is more breakable. Make sure the container is big enough (between 15 and 120 quart capacity) so that the roots have room to grow. They also need good drainage holes that are about a half inch in diameter. Line the bottom of the pot with newspaper or window screening to keep the soil in but also let the water drain out so that the plant roots don't become waterlogged and rot.
Other than these issues, the pots you choose depend on availability, cost, and attractiveness.
The soil should be a mixture of vermiculite (or perlite), sand, manure, and top soil. About the only difference between container flower gardening and gardening right in the ground is the matter of drainage. The sand and vermiculite help keep the soil drainable.
Containers need lots of water. You will get to know how often the containers need to be watered in order to keep the soil moist. Some will need daily watering. The best time to water is in the morning so that the plants can benefit from the afternoon sun without getting dried out too much. Also, if you water in the heat, you risk burning the leaves. Watering overnight lets the plants sit in dampness and promotes fungus growth.
Clay pots absorb a lot of water so keep an eye on those. Some people like to add a layer of sphagnum moss around the top of the container because it retains water and it keeps the plants clean because the soil does not splash up on them when you water them.
Fertilize with a weak solution of a balanced fertilizer at least once a week. Keep the plants trimmed and pinch back growth to encourage bushy blooming plants. Deadhead the flowers when needed.
Other than these few suggestions, container flower gardening is not much different than gardening right in the ground. It does offer flexibility and solves the problem of not having your own yard to play in.
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