How to successfully grow in pots

Whether you're a city dweller or live in the countryside, many of us have a terrace, balcony, or patio. In these particular places, it's difficult to accommodate greenery and therefore biodiversity. And yet, a solution exists: growing in pots, tubs, or planters. Note that using these containers has very aesthetic results and practical aspects for those who have a garden. Pots in the garden Contrary to what one might believe, having potted plants in your garden can be a smart thing. First of all, because this technique allows you to have frost-resistant or more "exotic" plants: it is possible to enjoy them during the sunny days and overwinter them during the winter. In addition, this technique allows you to move plants around your garden as desired. This brings us to the second, more aesthetic aspect. Indeed, pots are so varied, both in terms of shapes and colors, that installing this type of container in your garden manages to create particular atmospheres, evoke an era, add color, etc. Pots on a balcony, a terrace or a patio In these places, installing potted plants often serves first and foremost to embellish the space. These are thus ornamental plants that are installed, shrubs. Flower bulbs, perennials, rose bushes, etc. lend themselves very well to this type of cultivation and that is why it is easy to have them at home. But you can also create your own small vegetable garden. Aromatic plants, certain vegetable gardens and certain fruit trees produce harvests that have nothing to envy to the largest. In addition, these plants are very often decorative. Tips for successful pot growing Many plants can be grown in containers, as long as you pay attention to some of their requirements. Whether you want to plant decorative plants, herbs, fruit trees, or vegetables, the basic requirements are the same for everyone. First and foremost, it's important to choose the right container. It must please both you and the plants you'll be planting in it. Don't worry, plants will be less picky than you are about choosing! For them, the color or shape doesn't matter; they just want a container large enough to thrive, and ideally at least 25 cm deep. So, depending on the type of plants and the number of plants, consider adjusting the size of your container. If you choose a pot that's too small, the risk is to suffocate the roots and reduce the plant's growth. When planting, always add a drainage layer to the bottom: expanded clay balls, gravel, etc. This layer is very important because it will allow excess water (rainwater, watering) to drain more easily. This will prevent some of the roots from rotting and suffocating, and therefore the death of the plants. Choose a good potting soil, which you will ideally mix with soil. If you can, lighten your substrate with vermiculite, for example. Your pot will be lighter, and your plant's roots will breathe even better. For growing over several years, remember to regularly add a suitable fertilizer. Indeed, nutrient and mineral reserves will quickly be depleted, and your plant will stagnate. Finally, let's talk about the number one enemy of potted plants: drought. In this cramped space, water reserves quickly become scarce. And it's impossible to draw water from deeper down. On hot summer days, not only do plants need a lot of water for their life cycle, but the temperature inside the container also rises quickly, and the water evaporates quickly. Also, remember to water your plants very regularly: morning and/or evening. Also remember that watering the leaves can sometimes be harmful: development of diseases, burning of the leaves due to the magnifying glass effect with the sun, etc.