Creative container gardens

Most the most of a small garden or balcony

Whether you have a small patio or an expansive garden, there are always creative ways to feature more plants outside your home. Find a large planter and pot a variety of these plants which are ideal to grow in containers.

Colourful violets on thejoyofplants.co.uk
A colourful collection of violets

Warming dark colours

These five-petalled Violas can be grown as annuals, biennials or perennials meaning the bright colours can be seen  for one, two or many more years. Dark Violas can be matched with white Osteospermums for a striking effect or mixed with lilac Petunias for a more warming display.

Vibrant flowering plants

Bright reds and yellows can create a meditteranean feel in your outdoor space, particularly when placed in terracotta pots. Combine red Pelargoniums with red Verbenas for an intense look, or to add a splash of sunshine plant yellow and orange African Marigolds.

A green display

You don't need to feature colour in your container for it to have an impact. If you have a larger planter, then a Buxus is always a solid choice. The topiary box plant can be shaped however you wish meaning your container garden can look different every year.

For more inspiration, look through our slideshow below...

Buxus
Red Pelargoniums
Colourful pansies
Helebores and Snowballs
Violas