Need an easy splash a colour for your patio, entryway, or balcony? Annual Planters are versitile and a fun, family friendly, project. In this special Mother's Day episode, Colin and Brandi are diving into the design, planting, and maintenance of these popular garden additions.
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In this weeks episode ....
- 00:00 | Introduction
- 02:00 | The Versitile Annual Planter
- 02:45 | Mix & Match Flowers, Veggies, Herbs
- 04:50 | How Full Should Your Planter Be?
- 06:50 | Many Varieties VS A Single Variety
- 09:22 | Planter Location - Consider Exposure
- 11:20 | Planter Location - Consider Viewing Needs
- 15:00 | How to Extend the Lifespan of Planters
- 18:22 | Cutting Back - What is it and is it necessary?
- 22:00 | Can Perennials Work in Planters?
- 23:30 | Can You Overwinter Planters?
- 27:10 | Planter Design is Personal
- 28:00 | Garden Centre Tips
- 29:52 | Let's Talk about Pots
- 32:25 | Planters for Year Round Purpose
- 34:00 | Planter Inspiration
- 35:20 | How Much Water Do Planters Need?
- 39:50 | Question of the Week - Fertilizer and Raised Planters
- 42: 00 | Next Week....
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RESOURCES
Stacked Planter Idea | Round | LINK
Stacked Planter Idea | Rectangle | LINK
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