How to Grow Anything: Container Gardening Tips & Techniques
Offered By: Craftsy
Course Description
Overview
Description
Growing your own plants in containers is the perfect way to liven up a living space without much of the hassle associated with traditional gardening. Join horticulture expert Melinda Myers and find out how to plant anything in a container that you would in an in-ground garden, including perennials, annuals, grasses, vegetables, fruits and even trees. First, discover one of the keys to designing a powerful container garden: the “thriller, spiller, filler” method. And, get creative solutions for everyday gardening challenges, including color balance, climate restrictions, privacy with neighbors and pest control. Plus, get her insider tricks for enjoying your plants all year long. Finally, learn how to make eye-catching theme gardens, such as a tropical paradise, a miniature “fairy” garden and a winter garden perfect for holiday parties.
Syllabus
- Class Preview
- Designs in a Pot: Thrillers, Spillers, Fillers
- Create a New Space: Edibles & Ornamentals
- Unusual Pots, Vertical Spaces, Shade Design
- Grasses to Trees: Big Plants in Containers
- Outdoor Living Areas & Special Features
- Cool-Season Changes & Indoor Gardens
Taught by
Melinda Myers - Instructor
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