You can plant annuals in a pot in full sun. The sun is great for full sun annuals, such as Salsa Mix, Marigolds, and Coneflowers. These annuals grow best in hot sun, and are perfect for pots and containers. However, if you want to plant something that grows better in partial shade, look no further than a flowering shrub. Salsa Mix is a beautiful choice for full sun, and will make an excellent addition to any home.
Salsa Mix
To start your salsa garden in a container, choose a location that gets six hours of direct sunlight a day. You can either plant in a raised bed or in a container. In either case, you’ll need to add a layer of Miracle-Gro Performance Organics All Purpose In-Ground Soil and aged compost. For the best results, use a soil mix with about 10% Miracle-Gro Organics All Purpose Container Mix.
For a salsa garden, a pot with a capacity of about 20 gallons of growing medium is ideal. The larger the container, the bigger the plants will grow. A good mix contains 40 percent potting soil and 60 percent compost. Before planting, lay out your plants and the growing medium. If you plan to add soil or rocks, be sure to keep the water level below the bottom.
You can purchase sets of onions, garlic, cilantro, and tomatoes at your local grocery store. You can also choose to grow your own fresh herbs, such as cilantro and garlic. If you want a truly homemade salsa, you’ll need some of the basic ingredients: tomatoes, peppers, garlic, and onions. If you’re not a gardener, consider growing a few of these in pots. Alternatively, if you’re interested in a salsa-themed pot, you can choose plants that make the ingredients of the salsa more diverse.
Asters
Fertilizing your asters is not necessary in the pots because they are hardy in Zone 4. If your soil is rich and fertile, the only fertilization you’ll need is a light application of fertilizer in spring. But asters are also sensitive to watering, and too much can cause them stress and die. Use a slow-release all-purpose fertilizer in the spring and leave it on throughout the summer. Be sure to follow the instructions on the fertilizer packaging!
Asters are easy to grow in a container. Use multipurpose compost and plant them in a well-drained area. After midsummer, cut the flowers back to the ground. They will self-sow, and they should be pruned if they flower too often. If you don’t prune your asters, you can leave them to grow without cutting. After midsummer, you can use them as a cut-flower substitute, or you can leave the foliage in the pot to protect it from winter.
Asters are best grown in a pot because they need adequate room to spread their roots. However, be careful not to use overly-large containers for this purpose because this may result in root rot. If you don’t have an existing pot for your asters, try transplanting them into a larger one. Alternatively, you can plant your asters in the ground. Just remember to use a wheeled caddy to move your pots if you want to.
Marigolds
Marigolds are among the easiest flowers to grow in a pot and grow in full sun. The plant grows with one flower per stem, so grouping them together will create a beautiful display. Marigolds are popular and can be planted in hanging baskets or containers. Taller varieties will look best, however. Marigolds will not only look lovely in a pot, they are also attractive in a garden.
Marigolds are generally pest-free. While their foliage is susceptible to aphids and spider mites, the disease is generally not serious. In case of aphids, spray the foliage with insecticidal soap every couple of days. Marigolds are also susceptible to damping off, so avoid planting them near legume crops. Marigolds are best planted in well-drained soil.
While planting marigolds, it’s important to keep in mind that they tend to grow fast. If you choose to plant them in a large pot, remember to thin the seedlings to allow for adequate growth. To prevent top-heavy marigolds from flopping over, dig a hole that is one half inch deeper than the soil grade. This will help prevent the plant from getting wet feet and account for eventual soil settling.
Marigolds grow in different heights, depending on their location. African marigolds grow as tall as five feet, but they’re not native to Africa. Their flowers are tiny, pom-pom-like, and yellow or orange. The flowers are edible and range from six inches to four or five inches in diameter. Marigolds are a great plant for a pot in full sun and are also good in containers.
Coneflowers
For best results, plant your coneflowers in full sun in containers with at least six inches of space around the roots. These plants will germinate in a pot, and seedlings will fall into it. They will grow in this pot and can be transplanted to a larger area once they have grown to a certain size. Coneflowers are easy to grow and care for, and they are also drought-tolerant.
The soil should have a medium-to-high moisture content, but not too much. Coneflowers thrive in well-draining soil. To help retain moisture, you can use all-purpose potting soil. It’s best to amend it with rice hulls to improve drainage and aeration. Rice hulls are a much better option than peat moss, which is toxic to the environment. Arbico Organics sells it in half, quarter, and single-cubic-foot bags.
If you’re considering planting a coneflower in a pot, make sure to wait until the last frost date in your area. You should loosen the roots of the coneflower before planting them. You can also knock off excess soil and trim off dead foliage. Once you’ve planted your coneflower, you’ll need to water it several times each week. It’s best to water it every week or two, depending on how dry the soil is when it dries out. You can also try fertilizing it once or twice a year with a 10-10-10 water soluble fertilizer. To mix the fertilizer solution, simply add a tablespoon of fertilizer to a gallon of water. Water the plant thoroughly, but not too often.
Lobelia
Some of the best plants for pots in full sun are native to South Africa. There is no plant with a perfect combination of beauty and performance. But this native is a good choice for your pots or hanging baskets. Its bicolor blooms and tolerant of heat and humidity make it an excellent choice for heat-heavy climates. If you are looking for a full-sun container plant that will thrive in any climate, consider adding a SunBelievable ™ Brown Eyed Girl Helianthus.
A beautiful variety of canna lilies will look amazing in a full-sized pot. These lilies will need a lot of water but are easy to care for. They will grow very quickly and need little care. Other good potted plants are dracaenas. These tall, spiky plants have many shades of green foliage and add height to a container. Also popular are tradescantias, which grow best in partial to full sun.
While full-sun flowers like sunflowers and geraniums require six hours of sunlight a day, some flowering varieties prefer filtered light or afternoon shade. Another type of flower that likes full-sun conditions is the African daisy, also known as Cape Daisies. The Cape Daisies are one of the most popular flowers for full-sun conditions. They need six to eight hours of direct sun daily, although some may do well in filtered light in hot climates.
Lavender
If you’re looking for an aromatic, fragrant plant for your containers, consider growing Lavender. This fragrant plant’s flowers are small and topped with showy white bracts. The flowers mature to a light pink and have a mild, aromatic fragrance. This plant grows well in pots and is also great for landscaping and knot gardens. This plant blooms twice each year, once in late spring and again in late summer.
The soil in your lavender containers is important. Lavender is not very easy to grow from seed. Lavender seedlings may take as long as three months to germinate and should be overwintered indoors in cooler climates. Once they are established, they can grow anywhere from one to three feet tall. In order to keep weeds from growing, you can add mulch around the pots. However, be sure not to mulch around the crown of the plant as this can cause root rot.
The best pots for your lavender plant are 12 inches in diameter and deeper than the original pot. Clay pots dry more evenly and are more suitable for growing lavender in pots. Terracotta and ceramic pots also have a porous surface that helps lavender keep its moisture balance. A terracotta pot is also best for growing lavender plants, because they don’t absorb heat as quickly as other plants.
