Summer wouldn't be complete without some beautiful containers. Whatever look you're going for, we've done the hard work for you, picking a mix of plants for sun and shade, in a range of different colours and planting styles. Our selection mixes traditional bedding plants such as garvinea with perennials such as black-eyed Susan ( ), and , with grasses and foliage plants for extra interest.
Take inspiration from our selection, below, and watch these video guides, showing how to plant up a pot for summer colour and how to water and care for it. More summer gardening content: Place a shorter container display on a table, where you can better admire its blooms. We used: This scented container comes into its own on balmy summer evenings.
We used: This collection of sun-lovers will be a magnet for pollinating insects. We used: This fiery is perfect for a sunny spot. We used: This bright pot will thrive in a sunny position.
The plants may not be fully hardy, so will need some protection over winter. This will do best in a sunny spot. This will attract and other pollinators.
This planting combination will thrive in a shady area. It wouldn't be summer without some fragrance to fill the air. Use a black container to contrast with the paler tones of these plants.
Perfect for a sunny spot, this container is packed with shades of pink, purple and green. This floaty combination will last for months on end. Extend the interest vertically with climbing plants that flower along their length.
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