Containers Abound
If you dare do a head count, Lynn's containers number close to 150. What could potentially become clutter, though, is avoided through her artistry in placement. Each one has a purpose, and they all work together. "I adore containers. They make an area so interesting and take your eye where it wouldn't ordinarily go," she says. "I love to put them in places that make you want to go and take a look."
Every spring, Lynn and Chip decide on the container arrangement. It varies from year to year, as do the plant choices. Many pots hold treasures she has nurtured for years, while others become blank palettes, waiting for the season's new color scheme and combinations. "Containers give me a chance to try things that may not grow in the ground. And they're other places to add more flowers!" Lynn exclaims.
Takeaway Tips
Lynn and Chip offer this advice for great-looking containers.
Be aware of sunlight, and choose the right plants for the exposure.
Containers dry out faster than a garden, so check for water needs every day.
Feed containers regularly to keep them flourishing. "I like ferti-lome Start-N-Grow. You sprinkle it on, and when the blue crystals disappear, it's time to add more," Lynn says.
Add coarse gravel to the bottoms of the pots to ensure adequate drainage.
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"Containers Make the Space" is from the May 2007 issue of Southern Living.
