KIA-LandscapeDesign

Be inspired this summer by the gardens of Versailles... paths that lead to flower beds, quiet corners, ornamental lakes and a canal.

Early summer is the ideal time to plant containers, such as patio pots, window boxes, and hanging baskets. With thirty degree heat upon us and hot sea breezes you can safely put containers outside, but you should invest in self watering pots. If you don't, when planters are set outside in the sun and wind, you may have to water them several times a day just to keep the plants alive. However, by using self-watering pots, you can grow lush, vibrant plants with a lot less watering. Don’t forget to feed container-bound plants as the summer progresses. If you would like to do them yourselves, KIA like this DIY video by the Kansas Gardeners at Kansas Greenyards.

Self-Watering Planter Saves Time When planters are set outside in the sun and wind, you may have to water them several times a day just to keep the plants alive. However, by using self-water...