Want to add a touch of color to your balcony or terrace? Follow these 6 simple steps to create a flowering planter that will brighten up your outdoor space, while nourishing your plants with Fertilaine, the 100% natural sheep wool fertilizer.
1. Prepare your workspace
Set up on a clean, flat surface, preferably outdoors. Put on gloves, get your tools out, and arrange your plants (Calibrachoa, Petunia, Verbena, Bidens) nearby.
2. Fill the planter with potting soil
Pour a good quality potting soil, specifically for flowering potted plants, up to about one-third to half of the planter. For optimal drainage, add a layer of clay pebbles or gravel to the bottom of the planter.
3. Plant the flowers
Remove the plants from their pots, gently loosen the roots, then place them in the planter. Start with the tallest ones at the back and finish with the trailing ones at the front. This arrangement creates a harmonious and balanced composition.
4. Fill with potting soil
Fill the remaining spaces with potting soil until all the roots are well covered, without compacting excessively. Enrich the potting soil with Fertilaine to promote healthy and lasting root development.
5. Water generously
Use your watering can to thoroughly moisten the soil. The planter's integrated water reservoir will make maintenance easier in the following days. Adequate watering is essential for the health of your plants.
6. Enjoy your creation
Place your planter in the ideal spot, a sunny or semi-shaded area depending on your plants' needs, and enjoy your floral creation!
Tips for a successful composition
For a harmonious planter, think in threes:
- Tall plants: Petunias and some grasses, to be placed at the back or in the center of the planter.
- Bushy plants: Verbena or Calibrachoa, to be placed in the middle of the composition.
- Trailing plants: Bidens, to be placed at the front or on the sides so they spill beautifully over the planter.
This simple rule adds depth and movement to your flowering composition. To vary the flowering periods, choose plants that do not all bloom at the same time. This way, your planter will remain beautiful from spring until autumn.
By following these steps and tips, you will create a vibrant flowering planter that will beautify your outdoor space and bring a touch of nature to your daily life.