It's Container Season!

This time of year, the garden centers are overflowing with blooming annuals and perennials.  They’re impossible to resist, even if you don’t have the space.  That’s when it’s time to get some containers going.  Just remember:

Pots Aren’t Just for Patios.  Remember that a big stone pot or a half-oak barrel can make a statement in the garden, too.  Just drop it into an empty spot in the flower bed and fill it with plants.  It adds height and structure to the garden.

Hanging Baskets Need Extra Love. Those overflowing hanging baskets make your porch look fabulous, but just know that they may need water every day, along with a weekly feeding, to look their best.  We recommend a foliar feeding of Big Bloom to keep them going.

Don’t Forget Your Fruits and Veggies. Containers are ideal for dwarf lemon trees, cherry tomatoes, or annual herbs.  Just remember that it takes a strong root system to create fantastic fruit, so buy a larger container than you think you’ll need and feed regularly with Peace of Mind Tomato & Vegetable

It’s All About the Soil. Container plants can’t access all those essential minerals in the soil, so it’s important that you start with the best potting soil you can buy and feed regularly.  Our Ocean Forest is packed with crab meal, bat guano, and worm castings.  We truly believe that it’s the finest potting soil you can buy, and garden centers agree with us—many of our retailers use it for their own display gardens.