Any Info on Growing perennials in pots?
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Lorrie B
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I would love to grow some perennials in some of my garden pots, boxes, etc. I'd much rather put my money into something that will return the next year, buying annuals to fill all the planters I'd like to have, would be way too expensive. I live in PA, and not sure if this will work or not. Anyone have any luck with this? Any plants that would be better than others? Any tricks or tips? Thanks!
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I grow many things in pots-shrubs, sometimes a tree, and many perennials such as hosta and coral bells and cannas. It is a great way to stretch your budget and give beauty to your home and garden. What zone are you? If you have harsh winters, then you will want to move all pots together in a protected place for the winter and in spring put them out. Many perennials will grow in pots and watering will be crucial. Watering is crucial and making sure not to over water is important. In shade hostas and ferns are great and coral bells will tolerate part shade. In sun, you could grow mums, sedum, daylilies, lilies-there are so many choices! Do not be afraid-container growing is addicting.
The Garden Frog with C Renee
on Aug 03, 2014
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Renee's advice about giving the pots some winter protection is crucial where winters are cold. And bigger's better when it comes to pots if you're going to try to overwinter things in them.
Douglas Hunt
on Aug 04, 2014
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Check out perennials.com just find out your zone and try to plant below it. Otherwise one cold winter a you lose a lot. Winter protection is key.
Deborah Sanders
on Aug 04, 2014
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Over the past couple of years we have made a green house our of our screen porch by putting up heavy plastic sheeting and using an electric heater. The first year it was exciting...this past winter it as a Pain in the butt! It is messy, the dog knocked over the heater so our palms died (no problem, it has a emergency turn off switch) and the electric bill went up. I doubt we will do that again this winter! It is not worth it!
Jeanette S
on Aug 04, 2014
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