Sun Requirement
Annual Of The Week
Annual Lobelia
May 2, '21
Lobelias are quite unique thanks to their vibrant blue, a true blue, which is something quite rare in the floral kingdom. Lobelia erinus is a tender perennial that is grown...
Perennial Of The Week
Houseplant Of The Week
Bird of Paradise
Apr 19, '21
Bird of Paradise plants are something truly unique and personify faraway, warm and sunny places. The striking orange and blue flowers resemble a bird, hence their name, and they are...
Trailing plants in containers allow us to make use of space otherwise not utilized; a huge advantage considering gardening space is such a precious commodity. They also soften and decorate unsightly, hard landscapes like house walls, fences and patios. And of course, it gives us gardeners a whole new group of plants to play with!
What Makes our Baskets Unique?
At Pesche’s we are proud to say that half of all our hanging baskets (15,000!) are home-grown, and the other half is sourced directly from Proven Winners. Stop in today and see for yourself that our hanging baskets are a far superior quality to most baskets on the market and yet still a great price, starting at $21.99!
Different Options for Growing Trailing Plants
Trailing plants are typically grown in hanging baskets, window boxes, tall pots and planters. Often the location will determine which container is most suitable, although hanging baskets are the most popular. They can be hung almost anywhere and simply require a hook.
Different Trailing Plant Types
Plants vary in their trailing habit and are grouped as either semi-trailing or trailing. Not all plants used in baskets and boxes are trailing, mounding plants also work well when used in a suitable combination.
Think Light Exposure!
Will the plants receive full sun, part sun or shade? If you are unsure go outside and check the location throughout the day. Select your plants accordingly as true sun lovers will not bloom abundantly if they suffer from a lack of sunlight, and shade lovers will be stressed and burn in full sun, which again will cause a lack of blooms.
Design Your Own
Select plants with similar vigor to avoid plants overtaking and smothering others. Our Proven Winner combination baskets have been carefully trialed to ensure combinations intergrow harmoniously.
Caring for Your Basket or Container
Like with all plants, some require more care and others less. If you are the type of gardener that enjoys a reason to get outside, a basket that requires deadheading might be ideal. Others might not have the time or inclination, and low-maintenance plants might prove more suitable.
Garden Help Desk
You'll Be Grateful You 'Deadheaded' Your Spring Flowering Bulbs
May 3, '21
A frequently asked question from our customers is what do I do with my daffodils, tulips and hyacinths when they’re done flowering? A common mistake is to cut off the green foliage after flowering which causes the bulb not to flower next year or possibly to expire. When the flowers...
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April Gardening
Apr 12, '21
Do a soil test to determine what amendments your planting beds need. Soil Test Kits by LusterLeaf provide 10 tests for pH, and Nitrogen, Phosphorous, and Potash.http://www.lusterleaf.com/nav/soil_test.html Our expert staff can analyze your results and will assist you in selecting the proper organic or traditional fertilizer to apply Add 1 to 2...
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Growing Onions
Mar 27, '21
Onions need direct sunlight. Place them in a full sun area of your garden. Make sure to amend your soil before planting with Back to Nature Natures Blend Compost. Use 1 bag per 100 sq. ft. Cultivate a bag of coarse sand into the area. Rake the soil even then apply Dr....
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Snow Mold
Mar 11, '21
As the snow melts, many of us are finding unattractive patches of what appears to be white or pink, almost fine spider webbing, across our lawns. Whenever you see any of these characteristic round circular patches on your lawn with that bleached-looking, fine strand cover, it is almost certainly snow...
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