Plants for containers and planters

Selecting plants for containers and planters depends on several essential criteria. First, consider your space's light exposure: full sun plants like geraniums and petunias are ideal for sunny terraces, while begonias and impatiens prefer partial shade.

Container size also influences your selection. Large planters easily accommodate shrubs like hydrangeas or oleanders, whereas small containers work better for compact annuals and perennials.

Consider your desired maintenance level too: certain varieties like sedums require minimal watering, perfect for beginner gardeners or those frequently away.

Drainage and Substrate: The Fundamentals

Good drainage is the key to success. Always drill drainage holes in your containers and add a layer of clay pellets or gravel at the bottom. Use quality potting soil suited to your plants: universal potting mix for most species, Mediterranean plant soil for lavenders and rosemary.

Harmonious Plant Combinations

Create balanced compositions by combining tall, medium, and trailing plants. Pair trailing bacopa with upright pelargoniums and some coleus for foliage color. Match similar watering needs to simplify maintenance.

Watering and Fertilizing Management

Container plants dry out faster than ground plants. Water regularly but without excess, ideally in the morning. Apply liquid fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season to maintain abundant flowering.

Winter Protection

Protect your containers from frost by elevating them and wrapping the pots. Bring frost-sensitive species indoors or cover them with frost cloth.

1. Sélection adaptée aux contenants : Toutes nos variétés sont choisies pour leur capacité à prospérer en espace restreint, avec des systèmes racinaires adaptés.

2. Résistance et longévité : Nos plantes supportent les contraintes des bacs : variations thermiques, dessèchement et vent, pour une durabilité maximale.

3. Floraison prolongée : Sélection de variétés à floraison généreuse et durable, parfaites pour maintenir l'attractivité de vos compositions tout au long de la saison.

4. Facilité d'entretien : Large choix d'espèces peu exigeantes, idéales pour les débutants ou les personnes disposant de peu de temps pour le jardinage.

5. Livraison sécurisée direct producteur : Vos plantes arrivent fraîches dans un emballage spécialement conçu, prêtes à embellir immédiatement vos espaces extérieurs.

What Size Container Should I Choose for My Plants?

Plan for a minimum depth of 20 cm for annuals, 40 cm for shrubs. Width depends on the number of plants: approximately 25 cm per plant for geraniums.

Can I Grow Vegetables in Planters?

Absolutely! Radishes, lettuces, herbs, and even cherry tomatoes thrive in containers. Choose pots at least 30 cm deep for root vegetables.

How Can I Prevent My Plants from Drying Out Too Quickly?

Use self-watering containers, mulch the surface, and group your pots together to create a more humid microclimate. Drip irrigation systems automate watering.

Which Plants Best Tolerate Heat in Containers?

Mediterranean plants excel: lavender, santolina, gaura, portulaca, and purslane. Their roots handle the water restriction of containers better.

Do I Need to Change Container Soil Every Year?

Refresh the top third of substrate in spring and add compost. Complete soil replacement is only necessary every 2-3 years for perennials.

How Do I Create a Balanced Planter Composition?

Follow the thriller-filler-spiller rule: one tall plant (thriller), medium filler plants, and trailing varieties (spiller) to create volume and movement.