Design should include
- identifying types of container gardens
- identifying plants suited for container plantings
- selecting containers suitable for a plant’s requirements
- selecting growing media/substrate
- determining light and water requirements of the plants selected
- identifying principles of design and color composition
- making the optimal use of available space
- interpreting a particular design strategy, based on wants and needs
- sketching the design prior to implementation.
Process/Skill Questions:
- Why is knowledge of light and its measurements critical to the container plantscaper?
- What maintenance measures may be necessary for container plants?
- In what types of situations might a container garden be desirable?
- What types of materials are typically used to construct containers?