3 Easy Steps For Lush Flower Planters

Time is flying... we are more than halfway into spring and summer will be here before you know it! I couldn't wait to get some flowers planted this year!

Today, I'm going to share with you 3 easy steps to have lush flower planters.

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They may not look like much the day you plant, but give them a couple of weeks and you will see the pots overflowing with beauty! Just remember to water them as needed.

I plan to take photos throughout this season and update this post with the results. 👍

Step 1: Thriller

The thriller is the main attraction. It should be flower that takes center stage. The trick is to find a plant or flower that stands taller than the rest. I've used coleus in the past, but this year I chose a new type of impatient that tolerates sun and heat. It's called a SunPatien.

This will grow 18-34" tall. Perfect! I usually place my planters against a wall, so this will be in the back of my planter.

Step 2: Filler

A filler basically does what it says.... fills in the the middle area. It doesn't stand as tall as the thriller.

Calibrachoa is a beautiful little 'mini petunia' looking flower, that is just gorgeous and comes in so many colors! It's height is between 6-12".

This year, I am adding two fillers. I chose a verbena, which also grows 6-12" tall.

Step 3: Spiller

A spiller, is something that spills over the edge of the planter. The calibrachoa will spill a bit, but I just love sweet potato vine. The green is just so lush. 😍 I have two varieties this year, you can see them in the next photo.

I try to arrange the flowers in their pots before I plant them. I also usually do two mirror matching planters. I just like the symmetry, I guess. 😊

It's also important to use quality soil. I use Miracle Grow and/or Vigoro.

I cannot wait to see these beauties grow!