All pots, large and small, need some preparation. Plants will live longer and look better if their pots are prepared well. Also consider the weight of your containers to avoid back-breaking lifting after planting.
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Planting is a highly rewarding activity, in which you set up the fruits of your creative labor to take root. Before you break ground, r...
(3 photos)Most plant pots are made with drainage holes so that excess water can drain away (if it can't, plants will rot). If a pot doesn't have holes, you will need to make some. One way of doing this is to drill into the base several times with a masonry bit.
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Excerpted from Simple Steps: Containers for Patios
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