Filling a basket with one kind of plant makes a terrific impact. However, a variety of plants will create an interesting container that will look good all season. You need to decide on what your needs are and build your basket accordingly.
When you are getting started, consider the following factors: Color, Texture and Form. If your basket is going on a shady porch, consider choosing bright colors that will contrast with the background. Think about the size and shape of leaves. Small, round leaves will tend to give an energetic and busy look to a container and need to be balanced with larger leaf shapes to anchor the arrangement and give it some mass. Spreading, trailing plants are naturals for hanging baskets; however, don’t forget to add upright plants for contrast.
You can be as creative as you want with hanging arrangement. Wire baskets and ordinary pots are easy to find but you can also use old kitchen colanders, football helmets, nylon bags, etc. Really, anything can be used as long as you make sure to poke small holes into the sides for drainage.
Preformed fiber mats are readily available and can be cut to fit into a wire basket. If you prefer, you can use sphagnum moss to line your basket. The moss will require a good soaking (about 10 minutes) prior to using. Pick up handfuls of the moss, squeeze out the excess water and press firmly against the side of your wire basket. Aim for about an inch thickness, continuing up the sides and over the rim. Add a plastic liner to keep the soil in and to conserve moisture. Don’t forget to make a dozen or so ½ inch slits in it for drainage. Trim off any corners that show above the moss. Add soil as you add your plants and don’t be afraid to really cram your plants together to fill the container. Now you can hang your container and water. Enjoy!
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