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A terracotta pot on a white wicker chair holds a mixed full sun arrangement of coral Gerbera daisies, blue Balloon flowers, and lavender. A copper plant tag nearby reads 'LAVENDER HIDCOTE'.

Container Garden Recipes

March 19, 2026

Full Sun Terra Cotta Container Recipe

Looking for a container garden that thrives in the heat and smells incredible? Try this Full Sun Terra Cotta Recipe featuring vibrant Gerbera Daisies, trailing Licorice Plant, and sweet-scented Alyssum and Lavender.

A large terracotta planter on a stone patio demonstrating the thriller filler spiller technique, featuring tall Purple Fountain Grass, pink Petunias, and trailing Sweet Potato Vine.

Container Garden Recipes

February 13, 2026

Container Gardening 101: Mastering the “Thriller, Filler, Spiller” Method

Stop planting boring pots. Learn the secret "Thriller, Filler, Spiller" technique used by pros. This guide defines the three roles, offers plant examples, and shows you step-by-step how to arrange them for stunning results.

12-inch wicker basket planter on a wooden porch featuring a central Dracaena spike, pink New Guinea Impatiens, red Begonias, blue Balloon Flowers, and silvery trailing Lamium.

Container Garden Recipes

January 12, 2026

Part Sun Container Recipe: 12-Inch Wicker Basket Idea

Looking for a Part Sun planter idea? Try our "Wicker Basket Recipe." We list the exact plants you need—including Super Spikes and Balloon Flowers—to create a lush, textured display.

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Container Garden Recipes

December 31, 2025

Full Sun Container Recipe: Super Spike & Petunia Planter

Need a statement piece for your patio? Try this "Super Spike" container recipe. We break down exactly how to arrange Petunias, Daisies, and Vines in an 18-inch pot for maximum impact.

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Container Garden Recipes

December 31, 2025

Part Sun Container Recipe: 10-Inch Planter Idea

Looking for a container idea for a small space? Try our "Part Sun Recipe" featuring Gerbera Daisies and trailing vines. Perfect for 10-inch pots and patio tables.

Large outdoor container garden on a deck with pink blooms, green foliage, and decorative grasses in a black planter.

Container Garden Recipes

December 31, 2025

18-Inch Container Garden Layout: Full Sun Plant Combinations

Create a professional-looking planter with our "Full Sun Container Recipe." Download the planting diagram, see the list of required annuals, and learn the secret to filling large pots without using bags of extra soil.

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