Grit and netting for me too RB. The grit also makes the pots look 'dressed'
Mainly on crocus and dwarf iris as they don't usually go deep enough to get daffs or tulips.
Garden's looking lovely LF - as always
I find Homebase the best for plain terracotta pots too. Masonry paint can tart them up a bit if you want a matching, coordinated look. My local GC is surprisingly good for fancier pots.
It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
Grit certainly does make the post look dressed, and they look neater through the winter. I also like to think the grit helps stop the compost getting splashed in heavy rain. Netting is certainly a good idea if there are squizzers about.
Just an additional thought re painting pots, LF. I noticed that the Cuprinol or Ronseal paint I bought for my bench and screen is also suitable for terracotta. You may have the same one - colour looks similar - Willow.
Might try it on some of my smaller ones which have bulbs in them
It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
It's a really good colour - especially for contrasting with something darker. Nice soft tone - works well with virtually everything else in the garden, and suits any style.
I'll let you know if it works on the pots!
It's a place where beautiful isn't enough of a word....
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
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Grit and netting for me too RB. The grit also makes the pots look 'dressed'
Mainly on crocus and dwarf iris as they don't usually go deep enough to get daffs or tulips.
Garden's looking lovely LF - as always
I find Homebase the best for plain terracotta pots too. Masonry paint can tart them up a bit if you want a matching, coordinated look. My local GC is surprisingly good for fancier pots.
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
Masonry paint for pots is a good idea Fairygirl.
Grit certainly does make the post look dressed, and they look neater through the winter. I also like to think the grit helps stop the compost getting splashed in heavy rain. Netting is certainly a good idea if there are squizzers about.
And don't forget the bulbs RB
Gorgeous garden Leadfarmer. Any idea what the tulips are? The colours are stunning.
plant pauper, that was a photo I took from Sarah Raven website where I purchased them from. They are called their Venetian Collection and comprise...
https://www.sarahraven.com/flowers/bulbs/flower_bulb_collections/venetian_tulip_collection.htm
Beautiful. Thanks LF.
Just an additional thought re painting pots, LF. I noticed that the Cuprinol or Ronseal paint I bought for my bench and screen is also suitable for terracotta. You may have the same one - colour looks similar - Willow.
Might try it on some of my smaller ones which have bulbs in them
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
Fairygirl, your right about the colour, my trellis and planter are painted Cuprinol Willow.
It's a really good colour - especially for contrasting with something darker. Nice soft tone - works well with virtually everything else in the garden, and suits any style.
I'll let you know if it works on the pots!
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
Ive also used Willow to paint my home made obelisks...