Those that live in apartments or homes with small landscape areas are not limited to their gardening choices. This is where container gardening comes in, as it offers you the opportunity and versatility of gardening in small spaces. Container gardening is a way to garden in difficult conditions yes, but it also offers the convenience of versatility in the kinds of gardens you want to have.
The beauty of container gardening is that you can move your gardens around as they bloom or as the seasons change. Better yet, containers will conserve water better than soil will so maintenance is a little less intensive.
The first thing you want to do is choose the kinds of container you want. Here is your first step at creativity and imagination. You can make your own using standard terra cotta potters, or you can choose from an immense selection of containers at your local garden shop. Play with the colors and designs of your home. You will soon see that with all of these choices, container gardening is actually more fun.
The second thing you will need is soil, and here you can use any potting soil. You will see that some may dry out faster than others, and that some are heavier. You want to match your soil with the plants that you will be using. It is safe to mix and match here until you find the soil that is most cohesive with your watering repertoire.
The third thing you want to ensure is that polymers are being used in order to stretch your water use. These are crystals that will turn your water into what looks like a holding gel and their function is to keep the moisture of your soil consistent and to conserve your water. A lot of potting soils will already have these mixed for you, and some you may need to purchase it separately.
Now comes the fun part, potting your plants! Here again you can play with your color palettes, your locations, and the flow and bend of your living space be it outdoor or indoor. The best part here is, no matter what you choose, you can always change it tomorrow.
Container gardening is a lot of fun for the creative gardener. Whether your space is large or small, container gardening is an excellent way to accent those empty areas in your home.