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Indoor Gardening
The Right Plants For Your Window Box Garden
By windowbox.com
Apr 17, 2008, 15:39



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1. Choosing the right plant: You won't have to spend as much time caring for your palnts if you choose plants that are suited to your environmental conditions and gardening style.

2. Watering: Test the soil in your containers every day with your finger. If it's dry an inch below the surface - water.

3. Fertilizing: Mix a dry, time-release fertilizer into the soil when planting, and use small amounts of liquid fertilizer for regular feeding every few weeks.

4. Fighting Pests: Inspect plants regularly for fungus, insects, bugs, etc. Remove any diseased or dying leaves. Spray insects with water or other natural repellents to get rid of them.

5. Pruning: Don't be afraid to cut or trim plants to keep their shape and encourage growth - just leave at least 2/3 of the original plant intact so it'll have enough surface area to absorb sunlight. Pinch faded flowers regularly to encourage more blooms on annual plants.

Keep in mind that every plant is different. Take some time to read up on your plants and learn as much as you can about their individual needs. A little time spent reading and planning now can save you a lot of time and disappointment later.



Choose some of these special plants designed just for windowbox gardeners.

Hanging Basket Kit - Strawberries

Hanging Basket Kit - Strawberries

For ages strawberries have been prized not only for their sweet taste, but for their medicinal properties too! The heart-shaped fruit packs in more Vitamin C per ounce than citrus varieties, and is actually a member of the rose family. Nothing beats the taste of a fresh-picked strawberry. This hanging basket kit will provide you with the means to grow sweet berries of your own. The moss liner provides excellent drainage and air circulation to the plant's roots. The kit includes everything you'll need to get growing - the wire basket, chains for hanging, a natural sphagnum moss liner, potting soil, strawberry seeds, and growing instructions. The kit should produce fruit in the first season. The basket is 10.5" in diameter and 5" high. The basket is 4.25" deep.
Redwood Herb Garden

Redwood Herb Garden

Nothing beats seasoning your favorite dishes with garden fresh herbs. Spice up your next meal with a supply of oregano, purple sage, and sweet basil. These hardy, yet sensual plants are a treat to all five senses. Our herb garden is a perfect gift for any culinary wizard, especially one who enjoys gardening. The herb garden is delivered in a 12 wooden window box and includes full care instructions. To ensure highest quality, herbs may be substituted.
River Rock Bamboo

River Rock Bamboo

Rocks-glass-bamboo. A trio of elements that, when combined, form a statement of elegant simplicity. By balancing the form and substance of river stones and bamboo stalks with an exquisite glass vase we've created an Impressionistic tropical groove that functions as an intriguing centerpiece or accent. Water and a little light will keep this daceaena sanderiana, commonly known as lucky bamboo, healthy for a long time to come. Comes complete with polished river stones, 7 - 8" bamboo cuttings and a 6" crystalline glass vase.




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