{"id":3466,"date":"2026-05-08T17:28:05","date_gmt":"2026-05-08T17:28:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/?p=3466"},"modified":"2026-05-09T14:40:32","modified_gmt":"2026-05-09T14:40:32","slug":"gardening","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/gardening\/","title":{"rendered":"Planning Your Spring and Summer Garden"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"With the May long weekend just around the corner, so is the unofficial start of the summer<\/a> gardening season, and a popular time to start purchasing your plants.The weather may still be a bit unpredictable, but now\u2019s the perfect time to start planning.
\nPotted plants<\/a> are always a good choice and are especially on trend this season, like an instant little garden that can brighten patios, front steps, terraces, or balconies. For larger homes you can plan the garden<\/a> of your dreams. <\/p>\n

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Monrovia<\/a> says that potted plants are in this season – especially in stunning metal pots<\/p><\/div>\n

Know Your Planters<\/b><\/span>
\nChoosing the right planter<\/a> is key in helping your plants succeed. Clay pots are great for cacti, or other plants that thrive in dry soil but aren\u2019t the right choice for delicate flowers because of the clay\u2019s ability to retain heat and dry soil. So if you\u2019re prone to forget watering, skip clay pots for delicate plants and choose a plastic container that doesn\u2019t drain as quickly. Wooden pots are perfect for annuals because they are so durable. But really, anything can be used as a planter.  
\nFeeling creative?  Check out these DIY planters!<\/a><\/p>\n

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Thanks to Atlas Pots<\/a> for these vital tips on using planters properly.<\/p><\/div>\n

Pick Your Plants <\/strong><\/span>
\nSome plants live better in pots than others.  Annuals thrive in pots and pamper you with beautiful colour all season long! Bright and beautiful Black-Eyed Susans<\/a>, or Fuchsias<\/a> will stun in your garden and bring some guests – hummingbirds! Nemesia is fairly easy to grow and will look amazing in whatever pot you choose. Here are some favourite plants<\/a> that fare well in pots.<\/p>\n

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Black Eyed Susans are the perfect plant to thrive in pots<\/p><\/div>\n

Listen to the Experts<\/strong><\/span>
\nThey\u2019re the pros for a reason! There are so many great tips out there for gardening and pot planting, so do your research.
\nHere are some of our favourite tips.<\/a><\/p>\n