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Container Gardens Photo Challenge

comments (0) June 1st, 2009 in blogs, gallery

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Prize Option 1:22.00 wide x 16.50 highRetail $187.00 From the Arizona Pottery web site: Imported from Italy.  This terra cotta clay pot has plenty of detailing and beautiful sun baked color.  The clay is very elegant and smooth with a silky feel.  Generous in size, it can hold a large bush, small tree or a colorful Spring Bouquet of color.  Italian clay is the very best!  With drain hole.

Prize Option 2:20.00 wide x 15.00 high Retail $203.00
From the Arizona Pottery web site: Available in a very generous size this pot is a wonderful addition to any garden or patio area. Imported from China,  made of a heavy clay, we think you will love this timeless design.  The detailing is good and the design a very traditional basketweave with 2 decorative handles.  With drain hole.
 Click the image to enlarge. Photo: Brandi Spade

Have you got some gorgeous container plantings or gardens to share? Post your photos in our gallery and we'll choose a winner based on beauty, creativity, and originality.

Post your entry

NOTE: This photo challenge runs from June 1 through June 30 online only, and is not associated with Fine Gardening's annual 2009 Container Design Challenge. Visit this link for more information on our annual Container Design Challenge.

Looking for tips on posting photos in the gallery? Read more...

For pointers on taking great garden photos, read this article.

Here's what you could win:

A choice of one container from Arizona Pottery. See above photos for full descriptions.


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