Selecting Appropriate Containers For Gardening

Gardening

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By Anjana Ns

Thursday, June 30, 2011, 11:39

If you are planning to have a container garden in your apartment then you also have an idea about what type containers would look the best. Selecting an appropriate container for plants can be a test to your creativity. Plants like mushroom grow even on old wooden plant but growing them that way would be unpleasant to the eyes. And that is why we are giving you a few essential tips that will help grow plants in any containers you choose.Take a look.

Selecting Containers For Gardening -

Any container use for gardening, old or new can be used for plants. The container should consist drainage holes or you can even place the potted plants into the containers as it saves the risk of plant growth.

The size of the container is decided on the size of the plant (at least 1/3rd of the plant). Bigger plants need more soil, more water thus a bigger container. Small plants can even be grown in cups and saucers. Shallow rooted plants like herbs can thrive even in tiny garden containers.

Clay pots: It is always nice to plant in terra cotta pots as it is eco-friendly and looks natural. One of the main the advantages of gardening in pots like terra cotta is that they look bright always and don't fade even after years. Clay is rich in Iron and helps in good growth of plants. It absorbs moisture and keeps the environment cool. The only disadvantage of gardening in these pots is that they are very fragile.

Plastic: Plastic containers for gardening are any day the best and easy choice. The containers are not fragile and don't absorb moisture, rust free and stain free. Plastic pots look colorful and attractive. They are inexpensive and maintenance free. Although they are light weight containers, it is always better to use for decoration purpose.

Concrete: One of the very reasons why gardeners prefer concrete is because they can grow big plants. Cycas, mini palm variety can be grown in these pots. Concrete pots are too heavy and suit bigger gardens. One advantage of having these pots is that the pots cannot be taken away or stolen by anybody. It suits vegetables and fruits like berries.

Wood: wooden baskets are best suited to grow beans and tomatoes. Wooden containers retain water, light weight and eco-friendly. Going for rot-resistant wooden containers like redwood, cedar will be a good choice for container gardening. Other wood varieties can be painted with non toxic paints and used.

These are the types of containers used for gardening so selecting them is according to space in the house and should also serve the purpose. These container gardening tips about gardening in pots are the best options for those living small houses or apartments and have always dreamt of having an indoor garden.