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Sarah Wilson

The 7 Things You Should do to your Container Garden in April — the Best Start to the Summer Growing Season

Mexican fleabane and lavender planted up in pots.

If your container gardens stood empty all winter long or they are filled with fading spring bulbs now is the time to decide how to fill them for summer. If you live in an apartment and are limited to growing on a balcony or tiny patio, container gardens are even more important to help you make the most of the space by squeezing in as many plants as possible.

We love the idea of supersizing container gardens by cramming as many flowering plants as possible into a large pot. This gives you an abundant look, especially if you choose a mix of tall spires for drama, fillers to create the body, and some spillers to soften the edges. 

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