SPEAKING OF FLOWER BOXES...WHAT ARE THE BEST FLOWERS TO PLANT IN THEM YOU ASK???? WELL, For sunny and hot exposures the top choices are geraniums, marigolds (lower French variety), petunias, lantana, verbena, wax begonias, miniature snapdragons, Madagascar vinca, phlox, and porticulata. For partial shade the lobelia, Madagascar vinca, fuchsia, coleus, and caladiums are to be recommended. For the front of the box, to create a spilling over, cascading effect use English ivy or periwinkle, either regular or variegated spider plants, asparagus fern, ice plants, or ivy-leafed geraniums. As an added treat, attach a trellis to the back of the box and run up it climbing plants such as morning glory, black-eyed Susan vine, or scarlet runner bean. Please keep in mind that because of window overhang above, rain normally will not water boxes. During the height of the season, boxes should be checked for watering daily. Water thoroughly, going from end to end over the entire soil surface, and make sure to give enough water to have it pour out the drainage holes. Plants can be fertilized every two weeks during the height of the season. Enjoy your window garden!!! :)
Posted on: Fri, 16 May 2014 19:35:52 +0000