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Garden Photo of the Day

Garden Photo of the Day


Eve's garden in Tennessee, Day 2: Containers

comments (17) February 8th, 2012 in blogs

mgervais Michelle Gervais, Associate Editor
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This hanging basket is filled with baby tears with a jewel vine mixed in.  It is planted in a calf basket with a metal spider at the top.  It hangs from a chain made of old metal tools and horse bits. 2 WAYS TO ENLARGE! Click directly on the photo to enlarge in a pop-up, or click HERE to see this image, larger, in a new browser window.
This pot was designed with different shades of green, including southern maidenhair fern, jewels of opar, and a rush. 2 WAYS TO ENLARGE! Click directly on the photo to enlarge in a pop-up, or click HERE to see this image, larger, in a new browser window.
This metal container is a repurposed deep fat fryer I pulled from the garbage at a construction site.  It contains begonias and salvia. 2 WAYS TO ENLARGE! Click directly on the photo to enlarge in a pop-up, or click HERE to see this image, larger, in a new browser window.
The blue pots contain a miniature horsetail reed with old rusted augers and a fiber optic grass with pieces of twisted copper metal. 2 WAYS TO ENLARGE! Click directly on the photo to enlarge in a pop-up, or click HERE to see this image, larger, in a new browser window.
An old crock is planted with a small variety of spathiphyllum and variegated basket grass. 2 WAYS TO ENLARGE! Click directly on the photo to enlarge in a pop-up, or click HERE to see this image, larger, in a new browser window.
The white of the crock was repeated in a white and green plant combination, containing carex Evergold sedge, polka dot plant, and a corkscrew rush. 2 WAYS TO ENLARGE! Click directly on the photo to enlarge in a pop-up, or click HERE to see this image, larger, in a new browser window.
More white and green--I was into that one year.  I really like the look of the Evergold sedge, shrimp plant, decorative corn, wire vine, and a rush. 2 WAYS TO ENLARGE! Click directly on the photo to enlarge in a pop-up, or click HERE to see this image, larger, in a new browser window.
This hanging basket is filled with baby tears with a jewel vine mixed in.  It is planted in a calf basket with a metal spider at the top.  It hangs from a chain made of old metal tools and horse bits. 2 WAYS TO ENLARGE! Click directly on the photo to enlarge in a pop-up, or click HERE to see this image, larger, in a new browser window. Click the image to enlarge.

This hanging basket is filled with baby tears with a jewel vine mixed in.  It is planted in a calf basket with a metal spider at the top.  It hangs from a chain made of old metal tools and horse bits.

2 WAYS TO ENLARGE! Click directly on the photo to enlarge in a pop-up, or click HERE to see this image, larger, in a new browser window.


Photo: Courtesy of Eve J.
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When Eve sent in all of the photos of her garden a couple of days ago, I knew I wanted to feature her containers all on their own. They may not be over-the-top flashy, but they're awesome! I love how she uses found objects as both containers and as embellishments for her designs. Look closely, and you'll see what I mean. The captions for each photo are explanations from Eve. Enjoy!

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jlittle14 writes: I googled baby tears and all I come up with is Solerolia. Can anyone identify the plant? Posted: 11:56 am on February 16th
EveJ writes: Sorry, link did not work. The scientific name is
Ampelopsis brevipedunculata 'Elegans

I found it at Port Kells nurseries.
Eve J.
Posted: 2:00 pm on February 9th
EveJ writes: I found the jewel vine is also called a porcelain vine. I know common names are hard but in the south that is what we called it. One site I found is http://www.daytonnursery.com/encyclopedia/vines/ampelopsis.htm.
Eve J. Posted: 1:53 pm on February 9th
LucindaP writes: Fabulous containers! Do you know the latin names for 'baby tears' and 'jewel vine'? Those don't look like the baby tears I know. The trouble with common names is that they vary from region to region. Thanks for any plant ID. Eve really knows how to combine the plants! Posted: 10:33 am on February 9th
terieLR writes: I spy house plants... and love it! The last couple of years we have been able to cut cost by doing the same. Love your look Eve. As busy as a garden may appear, simplicity can still be achieved by minimizing the color scheme. Well done!
Posted: 7:23 pm on February 8th
cstewart12 writes: WOW!! Love your yard and the containers. The containers have a good mix of plants and they were not cramed in. I think sometimes there are toooooo many plants in a container and they don't get the water or space they need to grow. I can't wait to find a fryer basket.

I do have a question though.....what is a calf basket?

Thanks,
Cathy

Posted: 3:42 pm on February 8th
GarPho writes: I like the subtlety of these container arrangements. They are very calming and effective. Some speakers on this subject insist you pack containers with many different plants and I don't think that is always best. Simple is good. Thanks for sharing them. Posted: 2:02 pm on February 8th
sheilaschultz writes: Eve, your containers are so rich in texture, flowers are definitely not needed. Each one pictured is filled with so many interesting aspects, it's like going on a treasure hunt. Thanks! Posted: 11:49 am on February 8th
meemasbug5 writes: Eve's gardens and containers are great. Her historic home sounds very interesting too. Is it possible to see outside pictures of her home? I'm sure the overall effect would be great! Thanks for sharing. Posted: 11:34 am on February 8th
KatyS writes: Love them all, but spathiphyllum/basket grass and begonia/salvia are my favorites. Beautiful work! When are you pouring the drinks? Posted: 10:59 am on February 8th
GreenGrowler writes: Eve, your container compositions are stunning in their simplicity. I have learned that foliage in pots really shines for the long-term - no worries about fading flowers. Yours are definitely winners! Posted: 10:53 am on February 8th
pattyspencer writes: All are very nice arrangements. I have a ton of pots that I could be creative with - these pictures give me hope. Posted: 10:19 am on February 8th
siesperanza writes: Very nice. Love the recycled parts. I'm going to be on the lookout for a deep fat fryer. Posted: 8:27 am on February 8th
meander1 writes: By not being overly dependent on annual flowers, Eve's planting choices look like they would continue to give their A game throughout the season (Of course, as long as they are watered). I really like the simplicity and blending of color choices. The more serene impression they impart fits in with the gentle calming energy of a shade garden. Posted: 7:55 am on February 8th
Steepdrive writes: Love her container plantings. I wonder if Eve winters them over? I'm trying that for the first time this year. Posted: 6:59 am on February 8th
tractor1 writes: Outdoor potted plants are great, I just need to remember to water mine. Good use of salvage containers. Posted: 6:39 am on February 8th
dukeofargy writes: Very attractive. I really like the use of the "found objects" as containers. Well done. Posted: 3:43 am on February 8th
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