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Containers: winter selection
https://www.rhs.org.uk/container-gardening/winter-selection

#SolarPunkSunday #Gardening #ContainerGardens #RHS

Bucket!
https://www.thespruce.com/how-to-garden-with-buckets-8575698

#SolarPunkSunday #Gardening #ContainerGardens

Best watering methods for gardens during hot-weather gardening https://www.allforgardening.com/1939167/best-watering-methods-for-gardens-during-hot-weather-gardening/ #ChronicleMedia #ChronicleillinoisCom #ContainerGardens #flowers #GardenCare #gardening #GardeningIllinois #HotWeather #Illinois #SummerPlants #UniversityOfIllinoisExtension #VegetableGardens

Cordrey family marks 30 years with East Coast Garden Center | Business https://www.allforgardening.com/1930724/cordrey-family-marks-30-years-with-east-coast-garden-center-business/ #annuals #backyard #Birthday #ContainerGardens #EastCoast #EastCoastBackyardGarden #EastCoastBackyardGardening #EastCoastGardenCenter #LandscapeDesign #perennials #RichardCordrey

How To Refresh A Tired Container Garden Without Starting Over https://www.allforgardening.com/1917933/how-to-refresh-a-tired-container-garden-without-starting-over/ #ContainerGardens #FoliagePlants #garden #gardening #GrowingPlants #SpringWeather

How to Keep Your Container Garden Thriving in Hot Summers https://www.allforgardening.com/1904269/how-to-keep-your-container-garden-thriving-in-hot-summers/ #AnnetteLepple #ClayPots #ContainerGardens #garden #GardenDesigner #moisture #WaterSupply

This place sounds so cool!

#Toronto - The Children’s Garden at #EvergreenBrickworks is where kids can explore and connect with nature. It’s a place for kids to get hands on the natural world, including exploring the garden’s rich array of plants.

- Summer weekdays, July and August: 5:30pm to dusk (after Summer Camp programs)
- School-Year weekdays, September through June: 4pm to dusk (after Children’s Education programs)
- Year-round weekends and holidays: 8am to dusk

Ecology at the Children’s Garden

"Our #UrbanAgriculture beds within the garden offer space to grow familiar veggies and herbs. Garden spaces like these can play a vital role in bringing together community members to work to grow food collectively. They can also teach us some valuable lessons on the value of farms and protected local agricultural land, which are able to produce food on a much larger scale.

Located inside the Children’s Garden, the Guild Garden is designed with children in mind. Made possible by support from Forester’s Financial, the garden is built around a central cherry tree surrounded by many species of plants (including fruit shrubs, berries, vegetables and herbs) to create a rich and diverse garden for children to explore. The plants chosen for this garden support #BeneficialInsects, help deter pests and protect the soil.

Lining the alley leading up the garden, stockpots and metal container were installed in 2021 by Foresters Financial, to showcase a regenerative landscape, while also providing food for both pollinators and people. The art on the planters was designed by #Délı̨nę #FirstNations artist and printmaker #LauraGrier.

Milkcrate containers are a legacy left over from the #BoweryProject, which seeks to set up mobile urban farms by setting up #ContainerGardens in urban lots. Initially installed in 2015 with an urban agriculture focus, the milkcrates were revitalized in 2023 into a native container garden concept. This project aims to demonstrate to visitors that NativePlantGardens can be planted anywhere, even without a yard. The containers also aim to model the creation of #GreenCorridors that connect fragmented pieces of habitat throughout the city; to this end they were planted out with plants donated by #ProjectSwallowtail, which aims to connect #greenspaces across the city.

The milkcrate containers in the alley contain edible native plant species. In 2023 they were planted out with the following:

• Anise Hyssop (Agastache foeniculum)
• Blue Vervain (Verbena hastata)
• Spotted Beebalm (Monarda punctata)
• Violets (Viola labradorica)
• Wild Strawberry (Fragaria virginiana)"

FMI:
https://www.evergreen.ca/evergreen-brick-work/activities/the-childrens-garden/

#SolarPunkSunday #SpendTimeInNature #NatureBasedLearning #BuildingCommunity #EdibleGarden #GreenerCities #UrbanGardens #MoreGreenTimeLessScreenTime #ChildrensGarden

7 Designer-Approved Landscaping Tips to Make the Most of Your Tiny Home’s Outdoor Space https://www.allforgardening.com/1870957/7-designer-approved-landscaping-tips-to-make-the-most-of-your-tiny-homes-outdoor-space/ #ColorPalette #ContainerGardens #EdiblePlants #garden #gardening #HangingPlants #LauraNajmanJanney #OutdoorSpace #TallPottedPlants #TinyHouses #UnderstoryTrees

This Kansas Organization Is Addressing Rising Food Costs https://www.allforgardening.com/1860842/this-kansas-organization-is-addressing-rising-food-costs/ #CentralKansasPartnershipContainerGardens #ContainerGardens #FightingFoodInsecurityOneContainerGardenAtATime #FoodInsecurity #garden #gardening #HowToFightFoodInsecurity #LackOfAccessToFreshProduce

This Enchanting Container Fairy Garden Is the Renter-Friendly Project of Your Dreams https://www.allforgardening.com/1850414/this-enchanting-container-fairy-garden-is-the-renter-friendly-project-of-your-dreams/ #ContainerGardens #DollarTree #garden #gardening #TikTokerMik

‘It’s like a sauna’: Compost layers heat up as food scraps turn to soil https://www.allforgardening.com/1839121/its-like-a-sauna-compost-layers-heat-up-as-food-scraps-turn-to-soil/ #CompostPile #ContainerGardens #EnvironmentalEducator #FoodScraps #garden #gardening #IsaiasHernandez #RichSoil #SoilAmendments

These 10 Backyard Design Ideas Will Make Your Outdoor Space Feel Bigger, Better, and More Relaxing https://www.allforgardening.com/1838173/these-10-backyard-design-ideas-will-make-your-outdoor-space-feel-bigger-better-and-more-relaxing/ #ColmJoseph #ColmJosephGardens #ContainerGardens #garden #gardening #GorgeousSpace #KevinLenhart #LindsayAnyonBrier #PALOMACONTRERAS #StrategicallyPlaced #TinaRamchandani

The Best Fruit Varieties to Grow in Pots on a Sunny Patio or Balcony https://www.allforgardening.com/1815751/the-best-fruit-varieties-to-grow-in-pots-on-a-sunny-patio-or-balcony/ #ContainerGardens #FruitGardening #FruitTrees #garden #gardening #ImageCredits

The Gardening Trend Millennials and Retirees Suddenly Agree On https://www.allforgardening.com/1805293/the-gardening-trend-millennials-and-retirees-suddenly-agree-on/ #ContainerGardens #containers #DailyRoutines #EdiblePlants #FoodProduction #garden #gardening #millennials

The $5 Dollar Store Gardening Hack Everyone on Newsbreak Is Trying https://www.allforgardening.com/1803286/the-5-dollar-store-gardening-hack-everyone-on-newsbreak-is-trying/ ##decorativePlants #ContainerGardens #DollarStore #garden #GardenPlanters #gardeners #gardening #PlasticLaundryBaskets #RaisedPlanters #StorageBaskets

8 Filler Plants That Add Fullness and Texture to Container Gardens https://www.allforgardening.com/1790515/8-filler-plants-that-add-fullness-and-texture-to-container-gardens/ #arrangements #ContainerGardens #credit #Dianthus #garden #gardener #gardening #GettyImages #HardyPlants #MasterGardener #TabarGifford

Royals and celebrities to enjoy sneak peak of Chelsea Flower Show – including quirky garden gnomes https://www.allforgardening.com/1775337/royals-and-celebrities-to-enjoy-sneak-peak-of-chelsea-flower-show-including-quirky-garden-gnomes-2/ #AlanTitchmarsh #CateBlanchett #ChelseaFlowerShow #ClareMatterson #ContainerGardens #DavidBeckham #EdenProject #FamousFaces #FrancesTophill #garden #GardenGnome #ManchesterUnited #RoyalHorticulturalSociety #SirDavid

Are Cottage Gardens Still In? We Asked Pro Gardeners Which Garden Style Trends Are In This Year and They Named These 5 https://www.allforgardening.com/1774964/are-cottage-gardens-still-in-we-asked-pro-gardeners-which-garden-style-trends-are-in-this-year-and-they-named-these-5/ #ContainerGardens #CottageGarden #CottageGardens #garden #gardening #GettyImages #IrvinEtienne #MichelleEdgemont

10 Patio Plants That Thrive in Pots and Containers https://www.allforgardening.com/1753381/10-patio-plants-that-thrive-in-pots-and-containers/ #ContainerGardens #ContainerPlantings #credit #garden #gardening #GettyImages #GrowingZones #JocelynKline #MatureSize #PotsAndContainers #TallVerbena

#ClimateResilient #Gardening: How to Adapt Your Garden to #ExtremeWeather

ECO gardener, Nov 14, 2024

Excerpt: "Gardening in Extreme Weather

Gardening in extreme weather can be challenging, but with the right strategies, you can protect plants and maintain a healthy garden:

Choose Weather-Resistant Plants
Opt for #DroughtTolerant, heat-resistant plants in hot climates (like succulents or lavender) and hardy, cold-resistant species in colder climates (like kale or coneflowers).

Use #Mulch to Retain Moisture and Insulate
Applying a thick layer of organic mulch helps regulate soil temperature and retain moisture, making it essential in both hot and cold conditions.

Install #ShadeCloth or Row Covers
In intense heat, a shade cloth can protect plants from direct sun, while row covers offer frost protection during cold spells.

Water Smartly
For hot weather, water early in the morning to reduce evaporation and avoid wetting foliage. In winter, water during the day when temperatures are above freezing to help roots absorb moisture before the ground freezes.

Consider #RaisedBeds
Raised beds help with drainage in #WetClimates and can warm up faster in colder weather, giving plants a more stable growing environment.

Wind Protection Strategies
Use windbreaks like shrubs, fencing, or netting to shield plants from damaging winds that can dry out or freeze foliage.

Invest in Hardy #ContainerGardens
For extreme weather, container gardens are versatile—easily moved to sunny spots, shady areas, or even indoors as needed. [I do this with tomatoes and other plants]

Optimize Soil Health
Healthy, well-drained soil holds moisture better in heat and protects roots from frost damage in winter. Regularly add compost to enrich soil.

Use #ColdFrames or #Greenhouses
These structures create a controlled environment, extending the growing season and protecting plants from temperature extremes.

Keep an Eye on Weather Patterns
Staying informed about sudden temperature changes can help you take timely action, like covering plants or adjusting watering schedules.

With these tips, you can create a resilient garden that adapts to extreme weather challenges while keeping your plants thriving."

Learn more:
https://ecogardener.com/blogs/news/climate-resilient-gardening

#SolarPunkSunday #ClimateChangeGardening #FoodSecurity #ClimateChangeAdaptation #GrowYourOwn #GrowYourOwnFood #GYO #GardeningChallenges #ResilientGarden #Resiliency

Gardener Shows How to Create a Dreamy Wildlife Pond in Just 15 Minutes for an Instant Backyard Glow-Up https://www.allforgardening.com/1712731/gardener-shows-how-to-create-a-dreamy-wildlife-pond-in-just-15-minutes-for-an-instant-backyard-glow-up/ #ContainerGardens #CottageGarden #garden #InstagramVideo #WildlifePond #WildlifePonds

You can see all finalists for large and small projects in Mission B's Golden Butterfly 2025 awards at this link. Voting is open for 1 project in each category until 8 Sept 25.#biodiversity #wildgardens #communitygardens
#balconygardens #containergardens #4earth
https://missionb.ch/de/goldenerschmetterling

Finalists in Mission B's Golden Butterfly 2025 have been announced! You can help choose the winners for the large and small project categories.#biodiversity #wildgardens #communitygardens
#balconygardens #containergardens #nfdi4earth
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/wYvJVHU2gyw

promoting food equity while building a community https://www.allforgardening.com/1330029/promoting-food-equity-while-building-a-community/ #Campus #community #ContainerGardens #equity #food #FoodEquity #garden #gardening #GardeningAustralia #gardens #initiative #interactive #NortonHouse #OhioState #plants #recruitment #ScottHouse #StudentLife #StudentRan #students #sustainability #TraditionsAtScott #trees #UrbanAgriculture #volunteer

Just been making Mrs Mottistone a replacement planter for the front garden, to replace the existing one which has succumbed to time and the elements. At 180 x 30 x 60 cm, this will be seriously heavy (~ 150 kg) when filled and has got some heavy duty supports and wheels underneath. Now ready for painting. #Planters #Gardens #ContainerGardens

Fast-approaching my favorite time of year. My first three of #SixOnSaturday.

I love all the colors of autumn as the light shines through the trees in such a different way than it does in spring. I think of it as Ray Bradbury Season - there is an enigma and uncertainty in the decaying days of summer.

#autumn #pumpkins #flowers #ContainerGardens #gardening

I've been testing this new Agapanthus 'Sun Stripe' over the summer in various clients' container gardens, and I really love the foliage. It has held up perfectly through heat and humidity. This is a part-shade agapanthus.

#gardening #ContainerGardens #GardenDesign #agapanthus #horticulture

Small space gardening - go vertical! Turning a drab wall into a cozy botanical vignette.

#GardenDesignInstall #plants #SmallSpaceGardening #ContainerGardens #gardening

One of my favorite begonias with Algerian ivy for a full shade porch. I have to clip these begonias back on occasion to allow access to the front door. I've been working with this client weekly since 2007... quite a nice run.

#gardening #ContainerGardens #GardenDesign #begonia #ContainerGardenDesign

5/5 Add some additional interest with texture and/or seasonal color: golden acorus grass or creeping jenny. Leave a space in your container garden to tuck in winter or summer annuals if you need a little color. Browallia, begonias AND houseplants work beautifully in the summer, and violas do well in the winter, tolerating more shade than pansies.
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#gardening #GardenDesign #ContainerGardens #ferns #SummerPlanters

4/5 If you have larger planters, consider a permanent feature plant like a dwarf conifer, boxwood, or a Camellia japonica. Add ferns to complement other plants and perennials: either tassel or holly ferns - both are evergreen, work well in containers, and will grow to become substantial plants.
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#gardening #GardenDesign #ContainerGardens #ferns

3/5 Lenten Rose (Hellebore) - winter blooms in pink, maroon, or white, sometimes yellow and black. The foliage is evergreen, tolerates full shade and some have stunning foliage.

Depending on the cultivar, Lenten Roses start blooming in December, while others bloom in February - but the flowers last for weeks and WEEKS in the dead of winter. Pest and disease free.
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#gardening #GardenDesign #ContainerGardens #plants #hellebore #LentenRose

2/5 Heuchera - an evergreen perennial with scalloped leaves, small bloom stalks in early summer, and an enormous foliage range to choose from: red, caramel or green, many with variegation and contrasting veins. They tolerate part-sun to full shade and can live in container gardens for years. This plant combines beautifully with some of the plants I mention next.

#gardening #GardenDesign #ContainerGardens #heuchera #plants

🧵 1/5 Looking for size-appropriate, long-lived perennials for shady container gardens? Combine several “horticulturally appropriate” plants so you have evergreen foliage and flower interest year-round that is also low maintenance. Most of the plants I mention are not difficult to find and grow in a wide range of climate zones. The idea is to create interest with foliage plants, but keep an option open to add seasonal color. Photo ID’s -> Alt Text.

#gardening #GardenDesign #ContainerGardens

White cane begonias are quintessential porch plants for shaded areas here in Georgia. They bloom all summer long, grow 4' tall by the end of the summer, and don't miss a beat during our heat and humidity. True garden work-horses and one of my all time favorite summer annuals.

#GardenDesign #ContainerGardens #gardening #GardeningMastodon #plants #BloomScrolling #begonias

Non-thematic post day. We, like many city-dwellers, barely use the roof deck off of our bedroom. But after years of experimentation, I've finally gotten a grouping of plants that survive the year out there. They look best in the spring before my neglect (I mean the summer heat) takes a bit of life out of them...
#plants #ContainerGardens

A red riot for my #SixOnSaturday this weekend.

#gardening #GardeningMastodon #GardenDesign #ContainerGardens #Flowers #RED #Plants #MayFlowers #MayGarden #SpringGarden #GeorgiaGarden #Georgia

Double pink tulips are having their say this week. These are a few of the survivors from the devastating Christmas Freeze last year that killed so many plants here in Georgia.

#gardening #GardeningMastodon #tulips #TulipFrenzy #MarchGarden #flowers #ContainerGardens #plants #ContainerGardenDesign

This is one of those years when I did a lot of the Lemonade & Grape Garden Theme. Those Woodstock Hyacinths are so dreamy - and fragrant. The bulbs are planted in October with the other plant materials... and then we wait for the spring show.

#gardening #GardeningMastodon #GardenDesign #GardenDesigner #GardenDesignGeorgia #Hyacinths #Woodstock #ContainerGardens #Spring #SpringBulbs #ContainerGardenDesigner

Planning for an upcoming project: these large, green steel planters will need to be completely emptied before I can refill them. No drainage holes were ever placed in them and you can only imagine what's happened here after a year.... whew! Stinky, standing water and dead plants in sludge. But no worries. I'm already working on replacement options.

#gardening #ContainerGardens #ContainerGardenDesign #GardeningMastodon #plants #horticulture #Buckhead #GardenDesigner #drawing

Container gardens bring a splash of color and joy in the dead of winter.

#JanuaryJoy #gardening #ContainerGardens #GardeningMastodon #ContainerGardening #winter #JanuaryGarden

I collect face planters.

#gardening #GardeningMastodon #GardenersOfMastodon #GardenDesign #ContainerGardening #ContainerGardens #faceplanters #headplanters

For my second set of Six on Saturday, a set of December berries: Ilex latifolia (lustreleaf holly) - Gaultheria procumbens (American wintergreen) in a client's container garden - branches of Ilex verticillata 'Winter Red' (winterberry) in a client's container garden.

#SixOnSaturday #gardening #GardenDesign #ContainerGardens #ContainerGardening #GardeningMastodon #GardenersOfMastodon
#plants #horticulture #DecemberPlants #GardenHour