Archive for October, 2010

Colourful Annuals Suitable For Pots

Many people like growing annual plants in pots to prevent them from free seeding. Another benefit is the ability to change pots around to alter the colour arrangement. For others, Annual plants are not the first preference for growing in pots due to their short lived lifespan – the preference here is for perennials or small shrubs that need re-potting every 2 years or so. Either way, there are benefits to growing annuals in pots and many plants are ideally suited to this environment.

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Annual Flowers Suitable For Cut Flower Displays

There are many annual flowering plants suitable for cut flower displays. Flowers should have an extended life after cutting and no or low pollen. Flowers with low moisture content are also a good choice.

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Annual Colour for Bare Spots

All gardens have areas that are often bare after planting out. On some occasions these bare spots are deliberate, on other occasions just a case of poor growth. Plants suitable for gap filling will be free seeding and (or) have a dense growing habit.

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