Spring is in full swing now, is your garden ready? April is the time of year that your garden starts to come alive. All of the bulbs you planted last year are blooming, you can see previews of what’s to come later in the summer peaking through the soil and some real showstoppers are getting ready to shine. Putting your plants in garden pots is a great way to emphasize the best that each season has to offer. Once you find your perfect pot, whether it be ceramic glazed, terracotta or even lightweight composite material you can rotate your plants throughout the year to get the most enjoyment out of your space.
There are many great options to choose from at this time of year, including: Magnolia grandiflora ‘Edith Bogue’.
This evergreen magnolia has wonderfully dark green leaves that add interest any time of year. Fragrant white flowers 8”-12” in diameter appear in the late spring. Chamaecyparis pistofera Curly Tops. A compact, slow growing false cypress with blue hued foliage that twists and curls revealing soft, lighter coloured needle-like leaves that give this shrub an eye-catching appeal. Paeonia suffruticosa (Tree Peony). Tree peonies are one of the greatest stunners of a spring garden. With a beautiful fragrance and flowers up to 10” wide this flower will bring a smile to your face every spring.
When planting plants in pots you want to ensure that you have well draining potting soil and compost to ensure proper moisture retention. It’s also important to keep in mind the placement of the pot in regards to the light requirements for each plant. For the best success in any area of your garden it always pays to seek advice from
experts, whether this by online or at a local garden shop – asking questions first can ensure healthy and happy plants!
Allysa Simmons
Old Farm Garden Center
www.oldfarmgardencenter.ca
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