How Do You Plant Outdoor Hanging Baskets?
Who does not love to see sprawling petunias, smiling purple and yellow pansies or a burst of red geraniums in hanging baskets at their door, their favorite coffee shop or lining the streets of their hometown? Growing plants in hanging baskets adds beauty and design to any area. But with hanging baskets you must take extra care. If not properly assembled and placed, for sun or shade, many hanging gardens will never blossom or will dry out quickly. The first thing you will need is a metal basket. Metal is the most reliable because it will support the weight of the hanging basket’s soil, plants and water. Though, for petunias, you can use 12-inch plastic containers. They are light and hold water. Then, buy a nice light potting soil that retains moisture and contains peat and perlite. Most potting soil comes in bags and is already moistened. Decide what type and size basket you want for the area where it will hang. Generally, a container with a 10- to 12-inch diameter will be sufficient fo
