Container gardening is the method of gardening in containers rather than in the ground. Container gardening can be used to plant both non-edible and edible plants. The container can be enclosed, small, and portable, such as metal planter boxes, tubs, basket, hanging basket, tin, or barrel. This kind of gardening is extremely suitable for people who want to try gardening, but have limited space and time. It is also helpful for those who stay in areas where the soil is not suitable for a specific plant.
Types of plant containers
A vast range of plant containers are available in the market which may range from simple inexpensive ones to the pricy designer pieces. Although these containers serve the same purpose, their make and design can have a lot of impact on the whole idea of container gardening:
· Terracotta pots: These usually come in neutral colors and make almost any plant look great. The terracotta pots are ideally quite cheap, but then there are the expensive varieties available in these too. The drawback of using such pots is that they are not sealed or lined inside and the soil in these pots dries out very quickly.
· Wooden containers: These containers look very attractive and may be available in both, contemporary as well as traditional designs. Most of the wooden containers are very durable and can last for years; however, the untreated ones may not be able to withstand the vagaries of nature for a very long time and may rot or flake.
· Metal planter boxes: The metal planter boxes are hard-wearing and it is often see that their aesthetic appeal increases as they age. As the metal planters age, they can take on a completely different look transforming the overall look and feel of the area they may be placed in. The best thing about metal containers is that they do not chip, break or crack. They are the most preferred option for public areas such as front yards and driveways.
· Plastic pots: Plastic pots look extremely stunning and are available in varied price ranges. These pots are light in weight and are available in various shapes and sizes too. However, pots made of low quality plastic just do not last long and break or chip off really fast and as such before buying these people must critically assess the quality of the product.
These are some of the most common plant containers that are available in the market.
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