Winter container gardening

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As you might expect, Petersham Nurseries does winter rather well, seamlessly sailing through the bleak season without any of the bald patches from which we mere mortals seem to suffer. Of course, this is partly to do with their gorgeous stock and legions of staff to make things gorgeous, but that’

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As the days start to cool and the nights draw in, our time in the garden naturally begins to dwindle. Yet, isn’t it just lovely to catch a glimpse of a vibrant autumn or winter hue against the chill?

Imagine having a cheery container of colour by your front door, or a pot full of winter bloomers to view from your kitchen window. We’ve curated a list of plants just perfect for brightening up those winter days with a stunning display in your pots and containers.

As the days start to cool and the nights draw in, our time in the garden naturally begins to dwindle. Yet, isn’t it just lovely to catch a glimpse of a vibrant autumn or winter hue against the chill? Imagine having a cheery container of colour by your front door, or a pot full of winter bloomers to view from your kitchen window. We’ve curated a list of plants just perfect for brightening up those winter days with a stunning display in your pots and containers.

some flowers and plants in a planter with the words 25 fantastic plants for winter pots

25 fantastic winter plants for pots and baskets, plus lots of tips on planting and caring for winter containers to create a stunning display.

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Dark green leaves covered in frost crystals, with overlay text "Ultimate guide: Winterize a container garden"

If you have perennials in your container garden or plan to overwinter some plants in a warmer climate, winterizing a container garden is important. It helps protect your plants from the colder temperatures, wind, and frost most zones will get at least a few times during the winter months.

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the words 8 winter plants for shade on top of pictures of flowers

Illuminate your shady garden with our top 8 picks of winter plants for shade lovers! From the striking foliage of lenten rose to the delicate blooms of common snowdrop, these plants thrive in low-light conditions and add beauty to any winter landscape. #WinterGardening #ShadePlants #WinterPlants #GardenDesign #ShadeLovers #SeasonalFlowers #WinterGarden #Winter #ShadeGarden #WinterBlooms #WinterShadePlants #Gardening #PondInformer

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A collage of images including a potted hosta plant, a plant pot that has a dead plant in and covered in snow, a root ball from a potted plant, and a small hosta plant in a small container. From thisismygarden.com.

Just because a plant is winter hardy in your area, it doesn’t mean it can survive outdoors in a container or basket. In fact, most perennials are completely unable to survive winter when growing in a pot. The good news is that overwintering perennial plants in pots isn’t difficult. Nor is it costly or extremely time consuming. With that in mind, here are 3 great methods for saving your perennials in pots over winter with success!

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green plants with the words 10 plants for cold weather containers

Even if the temperatures are below freezing, you can still add curb appeal with winter container gardens. We've chosen a few of our favorite winter flowers and winter shrubs to add interest to cold-weather containers. When it comes to winter gardening, cold weather doesn’t have to mean boring plantings. #wintergardening #containergarden #gardenideas #gardening #winterplants #southernliving

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two black planters with purple flowers and greenery in them on the side of a building

Find inspiration for what to put in your planters for fall (October and November) and get unique fall planter ideas for your front door, patio, or driveway when you explore this portfolio of fall container arrangements by Steph Green of Contained Creations.

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a large white planter sitting on top of a brick floor next to a building

Designing containers in winter can be a challenge. With fewer plants available in many parts of the country, even the best container designers often resort to arrangements of cut greens […]

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