How to Create a Bog Garden in Containers- Part 1 Plants that can be Grown in Full Sun

In this article, you will learn how to create a bog garden in containers and to know which plants can be grown to create such a feature in full sun. You thought it would be not easy to do but with my guidance, you will soon have a beautiful bog garden without even needing a pond.

There are numerous plants that love growing in damp but not waterlogged conditions, which will struggle if the plant is allowed to dry out. These plants need constant moisture in order to do well, otherwise, they will not be happy and eventually die.

Bog …

Bulb Planting Baskets, a Review- Are they any Good?

Name of Product: Elixir Garden Planting Basket

The Best Place to Buy: www.amazon.co.uk

Diameter of Basket: 26cm

Number of Baskets: 10

Shipping Weight: 1.96kg

In this article, I will be reviewing to see if bulb planting baskets are all they cracked up to be. The first obvious question is why you would need a basket and this will be answered in this article.

Bulbs are very beautiful in containers, where they will provide wonderful displays throughout the spring and summer months.

In autumn, it is time to plant the many spring-flowering bulbs on offer (see bulbs that …

Why Container Gardening is Better For Those With Disabilities

In this article, we will be discussing why container gardening is better for those with disabilities. These disabilities prevent them from leading a full, active life, especially in the garden.

When we think of a traditional garden, we see large areas that need to be dug over, fertilizer to be added, weeding and plants that need to be planted.

This is a daunting task for an able body person, but if you have limited mobility, this seems impossible, especially if you are in a wheelchair. The thought of kneeling becomes impossible and moving over rough terrain and sticky mud leads …

Container Plants for Japanese-Style Gardens- Following Buddhist Philosophies

In this article, we will be describing what container plants can be used for Japanese-style gardens. In order to succeed, you must understand that Japanese gardens reflect Buddhist philosophies and what this entails.

Buddha philosophies can be expressed when he said “I teach only two things. O disciples, the nature of suffering and the cessation of suffering”.

This is taught by the ‘four noble truths’ and ‘eightfold path’.

Buddha believed that nothing is permanent, as changes will always occur. The path to obtaining enlightenment is to practice and develop morality, meditation, and wisdom. Buddha believed that …

Why you Need a Water Butt in Your Container Garden- Harcostar Water Butt, a Review

Name of Product: Harcostar 227 litre Water Butt Rain trap diverter and kit.

The Best Place to Buy: www.amazon.co.uk

Product Dimensions: 60cm x 60cm x 90cm

Shipping Weight: 7.2kg

My Rating: 9.5/10

In this article, I will be describing why you need a water butt in your container garden, especially the Harcostar 227 litre water butt. I will be seeing if this water butt delivers what is promotes and is it user-friendly?

In a previous article I answered the question of what type of water is suitable for the container gardener. In that article, I recommended …

10 Money and Time Saving Tips in the Container Garden

In this article, I am going to give you 10 money and time-saving tips for the container gardener. We are now all starting to learn to live within our means and this is equally applicable in the garden. We all need to find ways of reducing our expenditure but at the same time maintain a well-kept container garden. This is why this article is being written to impart my knowledge in order to save a bob or two.

Anyway, any money saved can be invested in a family holiday, paying the mortgage, keeping your opposite half happy, or if you …

Is It Better To Water Your Container Plants with Hard or Soft Water? – Does it Matter?

In this article, we will be answering the question ‘Is it better to water your container plants with hard or soft water?’

This is because gardeners worry that by watering with tap water that they may cause irreversible damage to the plant, and that they may eventually kill it. They are worried that the excessive metal ions found in normal tap water can, in the long run, cause a healthy plant to turn unhealthy.

This article is written to allay these fears but be warned as the answer is not that straightforward. The problem is tap water concentrations of …

How Small a Container Can you Use- What is the Minimum?

In this article, I will be discussing how small a container can be in order for your indoor and outdoor plants to not only survive but also to flourish.

There comes a time in every containers mind to what is the smallest container size that they can use so that the plant not only looks good, looks balanced and is productive in producing healthy flowers or fruits.

The first question that needs to be asked, is there such a thing? A pot that is optimally sized for all plants?

As all plants grow to different heights and spreads, need different …

Why the Container Gardener Should Make their Own Compost?

In this article, we will be discussing why the container gardener should make their own compost. Why this method of making your own compost not only saves you money but also is good for the environment. If you make your own compost at home, this will reduce the need to buy new compost every year. Reduce but not totally eliminate.

It must be remembered that homemade compost does not have the right nutrient balance in it, but with careful preparation, it can be used as a supplement in your container garden. This is why it is impossible to totally get …

Container Plants for Contemporary Perennial Schemes (Growing Tough and Hardy Perennials)

In this article, container plants for contemporary perennial schemes will be discussed in great details. This article will focus on tough hardy perennials and grasses that are used to give colour and textures to your container garden.

When creating your perennial scheme, you need to use a limited colour spectrum of species, which comes together to form large swathes of contrasting heights and shapes. This will make such beautiful and aesthetically pleasing designs.

Normally, it is recommended for large container gardens but it can be adapted to smaller container gardens if the number of species is reduced but still planted …