Prepare Your Wicker Basket As when planting in any container, your first step is to properly prepare the wicker basket that will hold your selected plants. Before arranging the evergreen foliage in the basket, place a sturdy plastic drip tray in the bottom of the basket so that it fits snugly. The plastic should cover the entire bottom and partially up the sides of the basket. Twist each of the wire ends together several times close to the inner sides of the basket, smoothing the ends against the plastic. Do this in as many places around the basket as needed to hold the plastic in place before placing foliage and potting soil in your basket.
Many gardeners have evergreen trees growing in their yards from which to cut clippings.
If you plan to cut foliage from any of your evergreens, be sure to choose clippings from inconspicuous areas so you won't spoil the appearance of your tree or shrub. Since most evergreen trees or shrubs are quite dense, this shouldn't pose a problem. If you have more than one tree or shrub, this will allow you to cut a few clippings from each without doing any harm. Choosing healthy dark green foliage will truly enhance your evergreen liner with its fresh color and fragrance. Fresh evergreen foliage should last for at least a month or longer in your wicker basket before it begins to turn brown.