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[https://extension.illinois.edu/container-gardens by UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS URBAN-CHAMPAIGN] | [https://extension.illinois.edu/container-gardens by UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS URBAN-CHAMPAIGN] | ||
With these gardens, individual plants can take on an entirely new look when displayed in containers highlighting the plant's unique color, texture and form. Combination planters using a variety of plant material achieve the look of a "bouquet with roots" providing color throughout the season. Containers also allow gardeners to provide instant color anywhere and at anytime. | With these gardens, individual plants can take on an entirely new look when displayed in containers highlighting the plant's unique color, texture and form. Combination planters using a variety of plant material achieve the look of a "bouquet with roots" providing color throughout the season. Containers also allow gardeners to provide instant color anywhere and at anytime. | ||
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[https://extension.okstate.edu/fact-sheets/container-gardening.htmlhttps://extension.okstate.edu/fact-sheets/container-gardening.html by Casey Hentges, Bruce Dunn, Katy Layman 12/19 EXTENSION] | |||
Plants add value and beauty to a landscape. They can draw attention to features or hide unsightly views. Vegetables have the added benefit of providing nutritious food. However, bad soil, poor drainage, and hard surfaces can severely limit a plant’s ability to survive. Furthermore, some people are physically challenged and unable to garden at ground level. All of these factors can be discouraging to grow plants. Container gardening can remedy many of these challenges, allowing everyone to enjoy the opportunity to garden. This fact sheet will help you design and build ornamental and vegetable container gardens appropriate for your landscape. | |||
