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Spring seems to have sprung (fingers crossed), so I'm turning my attention outdoors.  Although my space is small, I plan to grow cherry tomatoes and herbs in containers this year.  The terrace is paved so a full-blown flower garden is impossible, but wouldn't this garden look terrific in a small yard?

It seems easy to maintain and includes only three plants:  boxwood, lavender-blue cat mint and white roses.  I'm wondering if it would work with containers, using small container roses.  The center boxwood is obviously in a container and I already have an old French steel wash tub for the center. Cat mint and boxwood are easily grown in containers.

If you're a gardening enthusiast, I'd appreciate your advice and suggestions about this idea.   Thanks!


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15 comments:

  1. chateaudelilleApril 6, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    That is nice. They must be miniture roses.Ill have to keep my eye out for the catmint. Fiona

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  2. Acquired ObjectsApril 6, 2011 at 6:52 PM

    I love that idea Deb and you could still do it with the plants but might not be able to get the same design as shown. Give it a try who knows and if you need more room to plant we have a few acres you could come and try it out...;)

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  3. the gardener's cottageApril 6, 2011 at 7:06 PM

    hi deborah,

    would everything have to be in containers? even the boxwood? how big is your patio or deck and is it viewed at eye level or is it step down or up. i think that matters because if you were just staring at the pots that might not look so good. i think it's a gorgeous design and even if you just had some pots of these combo's it would be really pretty. i trimmed all my boxwood yesterday and thought of you!

    xo
    janet

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  4. under spanish mossApril 6, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    I think you can grow roses in pots. Just have to make sure you have adequate sun light. They will only grow as big as the size of the container allows. Probably, will need to elevate the center container. The only problem with container gardens is that you have to work overtime in the summer sun or in windy climates to keep them hydrated. How many feet do you have in the space?

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  5. Divine TheatreApril 6, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    Just my two cents...you may try to find a used kiddie pool and paint it green. Drill holes in the bottom and line with a layer of gravel, then fill it with rich soil and plants!

    Have fun!

    Andie

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  6. quintessenceApril 6, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    Love the charming illustration and the compact design - so pretty!!

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  7. LizabethApril 6, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    I was thinnking like Divine Theatre said...perhaps a pre-formed pond could work too. They have some in a round shape too. I just don't know how big of a space you are working with. You can add those wall stones around the outside to give it some design! Use some rich organic compost (you can buy it by the bag) to enrich your soil. Roses love sun, fertilizer and good soil!

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  8. Boxwood TerraceApril 6, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    Thank you all for the great tips. Much appreciated! Janet - you raise a good point about seeing all the containers so perhaps the kiddie pool that Andie and Liz suggest would be solution, provided I can camouflage the exterior with stones. Not sure I can get the kiddie pool in the car though (never bought one before!), but it's something to consider.

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  9. Teresa Hatfield ~ Splendid SassApril 6, 2011 at 10:38 PM

    I love this garden. I also love to plant mint in containers because they will take over. Rosemary is also a beautiful option.
    Have fun designing your garden.
    Teresa
    xoxo

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  10. SusanApril 8, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    I love the concept for this garden--very Versailles wouldn't you say? If you'd like another option for catmint that is blue--try Salvia--it grows to the same height and will continue to bloom into the fall repeatedly. The iceberg rose is a beautiful rose varietal that you might consider (don't know mature height though).

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  11. debra @ 5th and stateApril 8, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    great idea deborah especially if your french tub is large.
    when learning container planting in england the general concept is to "jam it in" the more profuse the better, just be generous with fertilizer.
    additionally with the above theory, prune, prune, prune. if any of the plants gets aggressive, snip.

    i would use white flower carpet roses for the drape.
    xo
    debra

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  12. WindlostApril 12, 2011 at 12:15 AM

    Oh, how pretty!!! I want a mini beauty like that! Oh, I love that you added a photo. I get to see your beautiful self, finally!

    xo Terri

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  13. The enchanted homeApril 17, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    Love the idea..very lush and old world feeling..just my kind of garden. You will want to be sure your soils in good shape and most importantly check your light....roses can be finicky and can either flourish like crazy or just sit there and do nothing...good luck and hope you will keep us posted if you decide to go for it and how it comes out!

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  14. The Devoted ClassicistApril 18, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    Here in the Deep South, the roses want more sun and water than most boxwoods can tolerate. But compact holly could be substituted.

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  15. AnonymousMarch 22, 2013 at 9:18 PM

    Pretty! Just wondering what plant A could be? Can't wait to get out there...we still have snow.

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