Flowers are an integral part of landscape design. Not one summer cottage is complete without them. Even if a piece of land is small, there is sure to be a place for some flower. And so that the plants can be conveniently arranged, it is easy to change their location, and also not complicate the process of care, flowers can be planted in beautiful flower pots. We suggest you find out what street flowerpots exist and how to choose the right one.
Why do you need street pots
Street flowerpots are special pots that are designed to grow flowers on the street. They are made of materials that are not deformed under the influence of various weather conditions.
Also, flowerpots are a quick and effective way of landscaping, which in itself can serve as an object of decor for a garden plot. You can grow a variety of street plants in such flower pots: petunias, bindweed, azaleas, auretus, awl-shaped phlox, heliotrope, pansies, lavender, marigolds and so on.
Planter categories
Outdoor flowerpots vary in:
- size (you need to choose not only suitable for the site, but also depending on the characteristics of the plant that will grow there);
- color;
- location method (portable, attached to the ground with the help of special clamps, suspended);
- material (plastic, ceramic, clay, wood, concrete, stone, metal).
When choosing pots, you need to build on not only personal preferences and financial capabilities. You should also consider the size of the plot, the style of the interior and the variety of plants that you are going to grow in flowerpots. The last point should be given special attention. After all, if you choose the wrong pot, the plant will either develop poorly, or even die. Therefore, you need to select a pot that is suitable in size and made of appropriate materials.
Flowerpots for flowers street plastic
Such flower pots can be found in many. After all, a street plastic flowerpot (see photo above) is not just a budget purchase, but also the opportunity to choose from many options. Today, there are a large number of plastic flower pots that differ not only in size and shape. Among plastic flowerpots, you can find those that mimic various textures (for example, ceramic, wooden, marble, and so on). The quality of some of them is sometimes such that from a distance it is even impossible to determine what the pot is made of.
They retain moisture well, thereby preventing the drying of plant roots. And plastic flowerpots can be moved from place to place, they are quite light. The only drawback of such pots is their fragility. In case of improper handling, their walls can be damaged (make a hole).
Ceramic and clay pots
Such flowerpots are more expensive than plastic. But they also have a different shape and color. Moving them is not very difficult. A distinctive feature that clay and ceramic flowerpots possess is the porous structure of the material. Because of this, the soil dries quickly enough, and if the pot is located in open sunny areas, the flowers may die. Nevertheless, ceramics (clay) is one of the most suitable materials for growing plants. In such pots many varieties will feel comfortable. The main thing is to choose the right location.
Another disadvantage of ceramic and clay flowerpots is their relative fragility. Pieces may break off the walls, or they may completely break. Therefore, they must be set so that the possibility of damage is minimized.
But the variety of forms is amazing. You can choose both classic geometric pots and flowerpots, repeating the outlines of ancient Greek urns. And there are also kapsho in the form of animals and various objects (for example, hedgehogs, bunnies, cars, carts and so on).
Wooden flowerpots
Such flower pots can be purchased in stores or made independently. Their cost varies and depends on the complexity of the work. If the pot has a simple square shape, then the price will be quite low. But wooden planters are made in the form of sculptures (for example, a horse that carries a wagon). Then the price rises significantly.
Such pots are made from various types of wood, which is necessarily processed with a special antiseptic composition. This extends the life of flowerpots. But even despite this, they will still pretty soon become worthless. Indeed, with constant contact with moisture, the tree will swell, deform and deteriorate. And there is also the likelihood that various insects can be found in this material.
Wooden flowerpots are a natural and very beautiful element of a decor of a garden site. Also, the plants in them feel comfortable, because the earth through the tree is better enriched with oxygen. And in such pots moisture is well retained.
Stone flowerpots
Pots of stone are most often made to order. These are quite expensive accessories. But such a flowerpot will last a very long time. In addition to the high cost, the disadvantage of stone planters is that they are best installed immediately permanently. After all, they are heavy and difficult to move. Also, they do not fit all styles of landscape design, but in small areas they will look very bulky.
Stone flowerpots are not particularly different in design. Most often they have a simple geometric shape (for example, oval or square) or are made in the form of ancient Greek urns.
Concrete flowerpots
Concrete is an artificial stone. Therefore, flowerpots made of cement have the same advantages as stone pots. But they cost much cheaper than natural ones, therefore they are in great demand.
The soil in concrete flowerpots retains moisture for a long period of time, which allows them to be placed even in sunny areas and in hot summers. Concrete does not overheat in the daytime and does not cool very quickly at night. This means that the flowers will feel comfortable.
Also concrete pots are durable. But they must be stationary, as they are heavy and very difficult to move around the site. Also, even if you do not have any skills, you can independently make the necessary cache-pot from cement.
Metal pots
This option of flowerpots can not often be found in personal plots. But this is unfair. Metal pots have a lot of advantages. They usually do not take up much space, light, have an original design and are suitable for many styles of landscape design.
Pots are made of stainless steel, since then they will last much longer. Otherwise, the metal quickly rusts under the influence of water and direct solar better.
As you can see, there is a large selection of pots - from various materials and differing in shape. Therefore, you can easily pick up any flowerpots for the style of landscape design and the size of your garden plot. Most often, flower pots are placed next to the gazebo, porch, entrance to the garage, along the path. Remember that flowerpots can not only become decoration of a garden. If you choose the wrong type of pot, you can draw attention to the shortcomings of the site (for example, small size).