This container provides soft subtle color. The upright habit of the fuschia allows the blossoms to dangle over the other plants.

RECIPE:
• (1) Fuschia “Delta’s Sarah”
• (1) Ivy “Lauren’s Lace”
• (1) Impatiens “Impreza Orange”

TIPS:
• The fuschia flowers best in part shade rather than full shade.
• The ivy makes a wonderful house plant, but be sure to treat the plant with systemic or insecticidal soap prior to taking it inside to prevent an infestation of spider mites.
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My neighbor’s geranium containers provide a colorful welcome to her front door. Thank you, Heidi, for allowing me to share!

RECIPE:
(5) Zonal geraniums, species unknown, various colors

TIPS:
• Using steps is a simple way to showcase a collection of containers.
• Geraniums need frequent deadheading (removal of spent blossoms) in order to maintain continuous blooms.
• Geraniums are heavy feeders. Fertilize every two weeks according to fertilizer directions.
• Geraniums prefer moist but well-drained soil. Water as soon as the soil appears to be on the dry side.
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I love the soft hues in this container! I especially wanted to point out the eucalyptus used as a thriller/spiller plant in this container. Eucalyptus plants grow quite large by the end of the season; therefore what began as a spiller plant becomes a standout thriller plant later on.

RECIPE:
(1) Salvia “Velocity Blue”
(1) Petunia “Easy Wave Yellow”
(1) Petunia “Clear Days”
(2) Dusty Miller “Silverdust”
(1) Eucalyptus “Silver Dollar”

TIPS:
• Remove spent salvia blooms to promote continuous blossoms.
• Trim petunias occasionally to rejuvenate the plants and encourage more blossoms.
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