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Thursday, April 18, 2013

How to Create a Butterfly Garden in a Pot #3 of 5

Plant the garden. Method No. 1: Sow seeds into the container. You can sow seeds of fast-growing annuals, such as nasturtiums and dwarf zinnias, directly into the basket (Image 1). Follow the planting instructions on the seed packet. Set the container in a warm, bright place, and keep the soil evenly... Sign in to see full entry.

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Tuesday, April 16, 2013

How to Create a Butterfly Garden in a Pot #2 of 5

Line the container with plastic. If the container you've chosen already has lots of holes in it (as a wicker basket or colander does), it's a good idea to line it with a bit of plastic, so the potting soil won't wash out when you water your plants. Spread a plastic garbage bag over the base of the... Sign in to see full entry.

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Monday, April 15, 2013

How to Create a Butterfly Garden in a Pot #1 of 5

Lure butterflies right to your door with a collection of containers filled with nectar-rich flowers. Here are three ways to create a beautiful butterfly garden with "pots" you may already have on hand. Bring beautiful butterflies right to your door with a collection of containers filled with... Sign in to see full entry.

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Sunday, April 14, 2013

How to Plant a Strawberry Container Garden #7 of 7

7. Rub a ring of Vaseline around the boot. This will help keep out slugs and snails. You can also cover the boot with netting to stop birds from getting the fruit first. Source: HGTV.com Sign in to see full entry.

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Saturday, April 13, 2013

How to Plant a Strawberry Container Garden #6 of 7

6. Water the plants. Do not overwater as the strawberry plants grow. Too much water may cause the plants to rot. But do feed them with tomato fertilizer every one or two weeks until they begin to fruit. Place the boots near to your front or back door if it is a sunny spot, since birds are not likely... Sign in to see full entry.

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Friday, April 12, 2013

How to Plant a Strawberry Container Garden #5 of 7

5. Add eggshells. Cover the surface with eggshells as decorative mulch. This will also help stop snails and slugs from getting to the leaves and fruit. Water the plants well around the roots for the first couple of days. Source: HGTV.com Sign in to see full entry.

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Thursday, April 11, 2013

How to Plant a Strawberry Container Garden #4 of 7

4. Make a deep hole in the top of the boot. Add in a third strawberry plant. Use your fingers to press the soil gently around the plant, making sure the crown is level with the soil. Source: HGTV.com Sign in to see full entry.

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Wednesday, April 10, 2013

How to Plant a Strawberry Container Garden #3 of 7

3. Add the first plant. Gently insert a plant through the hole by holding the root ball. The top of the roots (the "crown") should be level with the soil surface. Continue to fill the boot with soil and put in the second plant. Loosen the roots by brushing off the soil before inserting. Source:... Sign in to see full entry.

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Tuesday, April 9, 2013

How to Plant a Strawberry Container Garden #2 of 7

2. Add some gravel. Fill the boot with a little gravel for good drainage. Make sure it also goes into the toes. Then fill with potting soil up to the first hole. Source: HGTV.com Sign in to see full entry.

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Monday, April 8, 2013

How to Plant a Strawberry Container Garden #1 of 7

Strawberries are trailing plants, which means that they trail down from containers, even containers like a pair of old rain boots! Your home garden will be "boot-i-ful" with this fun project. Strawberry plants need insects to pollinate their flowers, so make sure they are put in a place sheltered... Sign in to see full entry.

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