Attractive Low Maintenance Planters?

Discussion in 'General Gardening Discussion' started by The Guv., Mar 24, 2010.

  1. The Guv.

    The Guv. Apprentice Gardener

    Joined:
    Mar 24, 2010
    Messages:
    2
    Ratings:
    +0
    Hi there, I'm trying to sort out some planters in a communal garden and access areas, nothings there at the moment as it's a newish building and has just had a lawn put in.

    I was thinking about some evergreen (ivy, ornamental grasses and conifers?) and colourful flowers (I've been told that bulbs are the way forward?) that require low maintenance would be ideal; but I don't really know where to start!

    We have 5 wooden planters measuring about 1,000mm by 2,000mm and about 500mm deep.

    Any advise greatly appreciated!

    Thank you!
     
    The Guv., Mar 24, 2010
    #1 Quote in Conversation
  2. Marley Farley

    Marley Farley Affable Admin! Staff Member

    Joined:
    May 11, 2005
    Messages:
    30,588
    Occupation:
    Grandmother Gardener Councillor Homemaker
    Location:
    Under the Edge Zone 8b
    Ratings:
    +14,127
    [​IMG] Guv.. I would go for dwarf Hebes rather than conifers.. Aubretia for early colour, summer flowering bulbs, grasses as there are so many beauties to choose from.. Euphorbias & sempervivums, a huge choice with the last three adding great colour all year round.. Leaving room to plant some spring bulbs in the Autum.. :thumb: Well that is my idea of low maintenance tubs.. Others will have more ideas I am sure.. :thumb:
     
    Marley Farley, Mar 24, 2010
    #2 Quote in Conversation
  3. The Guv.

    The Guv. Apprentice Gardener

    Joined:
    Mar 24, 2010
    Messages:
    2
    Ratings:
    +0
    Thanks for the quick reply and warm welcome.

    With flowers from bulbs, do they just keep coming up year after year? Providing they're watered of course!
     
    The Guv., Mar 25, 2010
    #3 Quote in Conversation
  4. Marley Farley

    Marley Farley Affable Admin! Staff Member

    Joined:
    May 11, 2005
    Messages:
    30,588
    Occupation:
    Grandmother Gardener Councillor Homemaker
    Location:
    Under the Edge Zone 8b
    Ratings:
    +14,127
    Nice to see you back Guv.. Yes the bulbs will come again each year without lifting except Tulips..! :wink: Check on the packs, they usually say if they have to be lifted for a dormant period, but Tulips are the only ones that sring to mind at present.. :thumb:
     
    Marley Farley, Mar 25, 2010
    #4 Quote in Conversation
Loading...
Similar Threads - Attractive Low Maintenance
  1. Head Gardener's Dogsbody

    Solved Please help Identify this shrub with attractive flowers in December!

    Head Gardener's Dogsbody, Jan 6, 2019, in forum: Identification Area
    Replies:
    5
    Views:
    895
    noisette47
    Jan 6, 2019
  2. Shaneoak

    Attractive fast growing Ornamental garden tree....

    Shaneoak, May 28, 2022, in forum: Trees
    Replies:
    16
    Views:
    1,394
    Shaneoak
    Jun 3, 2022
  3. shiney

    Solved This Is A Rather Attractive Pond Plant

    shiney, Sep 17, 2018, in forum: Identification Area
    Replies:
    6
    Views:
    726
    Barb in Pa
    Sep 18, 2018
  4. waiting for the weather

    Ideas for attractive/interesting plant supports?

    waiting for the weather, Jul 31, 2011, in forum: General Gardening Discussion
    Replies:
    7
    Views:
    2,179
    catztail
    Aug 1, 2011
  5. AmandaClareEmily

    Attractive climber pot plant to grow over shed?

    AmandaClareEmily, May 20, 2006, in forum: General Gardening Discussion
    Replies:
    10
    Views:
    5,645
    frogesque
    Jun 9, 2006

Share This Page

  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Accept Learn More...
    Dismiss Notice