When a plant has special needs or a difficult location seems to grow nothing, container gardening gives both homeowners and renters the opportunity to provide the perfect soil environment. An entire garden can be grown in a small space where plants may never have been grown.
Versatility is the greatest asset of containers.
They can be moved or replaced from time to time, making it easy to change a home's appearance and to control exposure, watering, and feeding to meet plant needs. Because containers confine gardening to a limited space, each plant is important. Choose plants that you enjoy and will combine well whith other plants in nearby containers. Consider color, texture, and scent. Be realistic about the conditions available.