Page 29 - ESPC Magazine - June 2021

GARDENS

SUMMER COLOUR IN THE
GARDEN

Marcus Eyles, Dobbies Horticultural Director, provides some tips on
bringing some quick fix colour to your garden this summer

You can’t beat summer bedding TRY A HANGING BASKET
plants for a colour burst and fast Mix and match bedding plants in
results. There are so many varieties a hanging basket to create a high
to choose from, you can have impact feature to liven up a doorway,
beautiful flowers from late spring wall or fence. For best results, pack
through till autumn. Whether you’ve in as many bedding plants as you
got a large garden to co-ordinate, or can. Position upright varieties like
just need a few pots to add colour petunias or begonias in the centre,
to your balcony or windowsill, there with trailing plants like lobelia or
are endless ways to use bedding bacopa around the edges to create
plants, making them one of the fullness and a waterfall effect.
most popular additions to any Remember to water the basket
summer garden. every day and you’ll get months of
lovely flowers.
PLANT UP SOME POTS
Spruce up your patio or balcony
with a few planted containers.
Choose your plants and pots at the
same time for a coordinated feel.
Create a statement with several
identical pots. Or go for an eclectic
mix showcasing different varieties
and colours. Terracotta pots or
wooden containers will give you a
traditional look, while eco-friendly
plastics and bright colours will bring
a contemporary feel.

BRIGHTEN A WINDOWSILL
No garden? No problem. Bedding
plants can help you make the most
of whatever outdoor space you
have. Choose a size and shape
of container to suit and you can
transform your windowsill or
doorstep with beautiful blooms.
Geraniums are always a good choice
if your windowsills are exposed.

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