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There is something so very charming about houses with window planters that I cannot quite fully describe. The sight of window planter boxes in houses gives one a joyous feeling and the house itself radiates warmth, especially if the planters have flowers. Planters in your window or patio really make coffee and tea time more delightful. It adds beauty, colors, and an elegant character to your home.
Window planters come in different styles, sizes and materials. There are wrought iron window planters, plastic window planters and those made from fiberglass, resin, and other metals. Wrought iron window boxes have become popular recently particularly the style called ‘hayrack’ as it creates a less heavier look with moss liners that are attractive that can be used as ‘cache pots’ or planters that hold other planters. There are even hand-painted ceramic window planters with unique designs of flowers, cactus, and birds that induces cheerful atmosphere.
There are also self-watering window planters especially made for locations that are hard to reach. Here’s how to get started on your window planters.
First, identify the plants that you wish to grow and which herbs you use most often for cooking or as a decorative for meals that you prepare. Having fresh herbs in window planters by your kitchen makes for delectable dishes and makes cooking fun. Secondly, you have to know which plants grow best in an indoor environment. Thirdly, put your planters in windows that receive adequate sunlight. Fourth, assure an adequate water supply and a system for drainage.
For plants that don’t thrive in too much water such as herbs, put stones or pebbles at the bottom of the planter to drain excess water. A word of caution here, be sure that your plants are safe and not toxic if you have small children or cats. Also be reminded that vegetables usually require deeper window planters.
You must also ensure that your window planters are securely mounted – consider therefore the combined weights of the planters, soil, plants and water. Be sure that you can have easy access to watering and fertilization. For your drainage system, make sure that water does not trickle down your wall or window sill.
Indoor Window Planters
While window planters are usually associated with the outside area of your window, there are also indoor window planters that can come in wood to complement the interior woodwork in your house and are usually waterproofed. You can even decorate the planter with your own artwork if the planter is made of such knot-free wood as pine or poplar.
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Author Bio Box: Patricia Wainwright
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