Choosing the right material for your container is also important and will affect whether or not your plants thrive.
Dobbs explains how clay pots are both attractive and breathable, but can often dry out quickly.
Meanwhile, she adds, plastic containers hold onto moisture better but do not aerate as well.
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It is important that your container has drain holes, she adds, as proper drainage prevents root rot.
“Sunlight is the biggest concern.
Dobbs recommends not overcrowding containers because it could lead plants to compete with one another for nutrients and light.
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Overwatering
Many people end up overwatering their containers, which is a mistake, Dobbs notes.
Dobbs emphasizes the importance of not watering until the soil is dry.
you’re free to check the soil by sticking a finger into it and feeling it.
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“If you’re growing vegetables, use organic balanced fertilizer.”
Instead, Dobbs recommends buying or mixing your own potting mix to use in your container gardens.
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