Container plants do offer a few challenges for home gardening, because they lack the constant influx of dead leaves, debris, insects and other things that renew and replenish the soil. Careful fertilizing and mulching are a must for the container gardener. Periodic repotting and replacing old soil will also help. The pots and other containers have to be chosen carefully, with both the size of the plant, its requirements, and your home and garden s d cor in mind. While soil is the most important aspect of Earth, other things should be considered.
Large rocks provide focal points in many gardens.
Choose rocks that appeal to you pick shapes and colors that complement the plants. Small rocks can be nestled in the actual containers, while larger ones can stand on their own. Take a tip from Japanese gardens, and display the rocks as if they represent a mountain range. Or create a border by putting a straight or curved line of rocks between your herbs and flowers. Check out some colorful kiln-fired ceramic pots to hold the dirt and your plants at Containers for your Garden .