How to Plant Shrubs in Containers for Portable Landscaping
Shrubs are woody-stemmed plants that vary in their size and appearance. Shrubs will thrive in a variety of conditions depending on the species. To grow shrubs in containers, you should select a smaller variety so the container is not too heavy to move. By choosing a shrub that matches all areas of your landscape and planting it in a pot, you can move it around the yard whenever you want to change the design. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Containers
- Terra cotta pieces or gravel
- Potting soil
- Slow release granular fertilizer
- Hand spade
- Water
Instructions
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Select species of shrubs that are adaptable to a variety of light exposures. Shrubs that can thrive in partial shade or full sun will grow well in various areas of the landscape, making them more versatile in your yard.
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Select plant containers that are lightweight so they will be easier to move. Plastic containers are generally the lightest. The containers should be neutral in color and design so they will easily blend in various areas of the landscape. They should also be large enough to accommodate the roots of the shrub, and have drainage holes in the bottom.
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Fill the bottom of the containers with a 2-inch layer of terra cotta pieces or gravel so the potting soil does not clog the drainage holes. Fill the pot 2/3 of the way with potting soil. Add granular slow release fertilizer to the soil according to the package directions and mix it in with a hand spade.
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Lower the shrub into the container and fill the pot the rest of the way with soil so the shrub is planted at the same level it was in its nursery container. Water until the soil settles. Place the shrub in the area where you want to grow it.
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Water the shrubs as needed. The rate and amount will vary with the species you have selected. Each spring, remove the top 2 inches of potting soil and replace it with new soil. Move the shrubs around the yard as desired.
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