A Garden Of Eden – Contained

I’ve been dreaming and scheming and implementing the final touches to my new yard the past couple of weeks.  The last step has been my containers, both window boxes and pots.

I can’t wait to show you how they grow and change over the season!  I fell in love with container gardens about 20 years ago.  I love the amazing colors and textures that just exude life in any size space!  I love the fact that you can create your own private “Garden Of Eden” on a patio, terrace, balcony, front porch, or backyard!  Anywhere and almost instantly!

Potted Garden

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I adore all of the color in this one!  So pretty!  Truly all this pot would need is consistent water and it will bloom all summer!

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Of course this is a spring porch with the tulips but WOW!  Amazing!

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This one, made of old tubs, looks completely natural with wild flowers growing in them.

Flower Boxes

I am a HUGE fan of Flower boxes!  They add so much charm and natural beauty to a home!

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Carolyn’sShadeGarden

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Container Garden Help

Do you feel intimidated to start a container garden?  There’s no need to.  There are a plethora of blogs with great info.  Even for the novice!

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A great rule to follow is the Thriller, Filler, Spiller guide.  This blog is a great source for this model.

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I was so happy to find this site!  It has an extensive list for the plants that will grow best in sun, part-sun, and shade.  This is the main way to insure that your pots thrive!  Determine how much sun the area should expect before purchasing your plants!

Container DIY’s

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This idea is brilliant and I’m dying to try it!  This blog teaches you how to make moss grow on the outside of your pots!  So cool!

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Need a cheap DIY?  This website has 10 great pot DIY’s!  They all look like fun!  Terra cotta pots are so cheap and come in so many sizes!  Stock up and create some neat containers with your kiddos!

Need a last-minute Mother’s Day gift?  This pot is so cute!  Mom will love it!  Make one for yourself!

All you’d need is a pot, black paint, printed pics, mod podge, spray sealer, a plant, and glue.

Happy Inspiration Wednesday!