How to cultivate healthy plants in pots

healthy plants in pots
The advantages of growing plants in containers are many. If you have a poor garden soil, growing plants in pots is the perfect solution. Or perhaps you live in an apartment in which there is simply no land, only a small patio or balcony gardening practice. In these cases, container gardening is the perfect solution, indoors or outdoors. Plants in pots are also mobile, they are easy to locate in the center of a porch or patio when they are at their best. You can also easily transport them to a protected place when the weather gets worse. And finally in order, but not least, a beautiful facility, combined with the correct container is unique and typical, is more a work of art that only a plant growing in soil.

Whatever your reason for growing plants in containers, there are some tips to keep them healthy and happy.

Combine the plant and the container. Virtually any plant can grow in containers, from which annual flowers to small trees. Of course, while larger the plant, the greater should be the flowerpot, but try to keep the two in proportion. A small plant in a flowerpot is equally wrong for a very large plant in a small flowerpot. Not to mention that the large plant in a small flowerpot is nearly impossible to keep healthy. As plants grow, gradually transplántelas to larger pots (in areas with mild winters, autumn is the ideal time to transplant). Containers come in many styles and materials, so you'll have enough to choose from. Make sure they have drainage holes at the bottom. Otherwise, the roots will drown.


Use flower pots for soil quality. Soil for planters have packed the right balance of aeration, ventilation, and ability to maintain the ideal humidity for the growth of the root. Do not use garden soil, rarely drains correctly and is very heavy. To improve control of moisture, protection against insects and a slow release fertilizer, plant pots for the mixture using Bayer Advanced ™ Multi-Mix multi encapsulation of planters mix (product discontinued).

Water frequently. Plants growing in containers dry out faster than those grown in soil, so they need more frequent watering. Insert your finger into the top layer to check if it is dry. A dry flowerpot is also lighter to stand or lean.

Fertilize frequently. That require frequent watering plants in pots away soil nutrients, especially nitrogen. So fertilize often to compensate, at least twice a month. Soluble or liquid fertilizers are easy to use.


Protect your plants from pests. Many insect pests can easily get out of control when the plants in pots growing fast. Examine plants often and use the products for insect control Bayer Advanced Garden Insect Control as necessary. You can also use the mixing pots for Bayer Advanced ™ Multi-Mix multi encapsulation of planters mix (product discontinued), controlling insects and humidity while providing a slow release fertilizer.