Inspired container gardening
Back in New York, I continued to plant the porch — this container is my favorite to date. I also rescued the white geraniums that were just not getting enough water and transplanted the basil, lemon verbena and sage into organic soil (which I finally was able to purchase in VT) so that we’ll be able to make pesto in the late summer. This container is planted with: Hawaii Sky Blue Ageratum, Pineapple Mint (with lovely white veragated leaves), thrift armeria, white pansies, Johnny Jump Ups, bachelor’s buttons.
I purchased the plants at Chelsea Gardens (expensive but easy to get to), DIMITRIS Garden Center (still expensive, less easy to get to), Walker’s Farm in Putney VT (cheaper, great selection, well established plants) and Home Depot in Brattleboro, VT (cheaper, selection of “staples”, less well established than Walker’s).
What are your favorite container garden plants? Favorite container? Send me pics! Abbey
March 11th, 2008 13:32
I love that idea, and that photo, I miss nyc sooo much.
March 13th, 2008 21:08
Abby,
It was so great meeting you today. You are awesome. I love your blog and am adding it to my blog roll as we speak!!!!!
XO,
Samantha of Maquette
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April 26th, 2008 13:22
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