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Planting summer containers

Tutor: Rachel, keen gardener and print artist

Join Rachel as she shares some simple tips and ideas for adding colour to your patio and windowsills. She talks about colour palettes and containers, and how to get the most for your money when buying plants.

Preparation

Prepare your materials.

Video time

21 minutes

  • A large plant pot or container in terracotta, stone, plastic or metal
  • Peat-free multi-purpose compost
  • A variety of foliage plants and flowers suitable for containers
  • Watering can with a fine rose (sprinkler) attachment.