Garden planters are one of the most versatile additions to a garden. They can be used to grow plants and flowers on patios, used for growing your own veg or simply used to break up large lawns. Whatever the size or style of your garden a planter will be a useful, practical and stylish addition to your outdoor space. While planting your containers is different from planting in a flower bed, following our guide will make the process simple.
Step one: choose your container
It is important to choose the right planter for your garden. At Cherry Lane we offer a wide range of planters from large, low planters ideal for large spaces to vertical stand planters that are perfect for small spaces and patios. The type of planter you choose will also impact what you plant, for example, if you want to plant large plants or flowers you will need to choose a larger planter to provide the plants and flowers with enough room to grow.
Step two: choosing the location
Depending on the plants and flowers you choose to grow it is likely they will lots of sunlight to grow, so try and position your planter in a place that receives a lot of sunlight. Ideally, the location should also be in a place in the open so that your plants and flowers will benefit from the rain, but also sheltered from heavy winds if possible.
Step three: filling the container
Fill your container with good quality soil to give your plants and flowers the best possible chance of thriving. You can choose to use soil from your garden or if your natural soil is poor or you’ve not got enough, you can buy soil to use instead. Adding a layer of compost on top of the soil will also provide your plants and flowers with extra nutrients to help them to grow.
Step four: planting your plants and flowers
When choosing plants and flowers opt for ones that are suitable for the size of the container and which will thrive in the location of the container. Plants and flowers can be planted as normal; if using seeds sprinkle them on the soil and cover them with a thin layer of soil, whereas for plants and flowers that are more established use a trowel to dig a small hole within the soil, plant the flower or plant, and cover the roots with soil.
