Need help trying to figure out which patio garden containers work for your patio? These containers give you the variety and creativity you need to fill your space.
Starting a garden in a new space is exciting! Figuring out how to set up that space can be overwhelming if you don’t have a guide. Let’s cut the planning in half by giving you some patio garden containers that will transform your space.
You will get all the information you need from planter boxes to raised beds and more.
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Once you explore the different types of containers, you can move forward with planning the layout types of plants you will grow. this will bring you one step closer to you the patio garden of your dreams.
This post is all about patio garden containers guaranteed to make you garden like a pro.
1. Grow Bags
Grow bags are a good choice if you are not interested in hard containers. A grow bag allows you to fill up the breathable bag with your choice of compost, soil, peat moss, or your choice of material.
Vegetables benefit the most from grow bags. Roots are able to breathe and get more air which prevents root-bound plants.
2. Planter Box
Planter boxes have been around for years! This is another great option for a patio. You can also place them on a window sill or attach them to a garden rail.
This rectangular piece looks great on the patio floor, on a table, or part of a bigger arrangement.
3. Pots
There are so many choices when it comes to pots. You can choose from terra cotta, plastic, stone, concrete, and the list goes on in a variety of sizes.
Pots are durable and can be spaced out for a more uniform look or bundle in different sizes to give your patio area depth. Be sure to make sure you have the proper drainage when using pots. Some pots come with pre-drilled holes for drainage. In some cases, you will have to drill a hole in the pot.
4. Bucket (Food Grade)
You might be wondering, why would I use a 5-gallon bucket in my container garden? Well, it is a container, and it is definitely a great option for plants.
If you are purchasing a bucket to grow plants, be sure to buy a food-grade bucket. There are dyes and chemicals in non-food grade buckets that you don’t want to transfer to your plants. One great advantage of using this method is the ability to move your buckets to different areas of your patio if your plant requires more (or less) sunlight.
5. Vertical Garden
Vertical gardens are great for smaller areas that are tight on space. If you have plenty of space but just want an eye-catching design, it is still the perfect alternative.
Vertical gardens reduce the need for a flower bed. You can grow your vertical garden using freestanding methods like stacked pots or shelving, or you can create a wall of plants. Your fruit, flower, vegetable, and container combinations are endless with this option.
