Alpine Garden

comments (4) June 22nd, 2009 in gallery

Plantman56 Plantman56, member
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Click the image to enlarge. Photo: M Larkin
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This container was made using portland cement and sand formed over a mold. The sedums and sempervivums are easy to grow in the container even though there is very little soil.


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Plantman56 writes: Thanks
Sorry for the slow response.
These plants could winter over. However I have a cold frame set up in my yard, that I keep my containers, like this, in over the winter.
I have replanted this one several time since this photo.
Proper soil is important. I make a gritty mix. These plants love well drained soils, and this will keep them growing for a long time. Soils that have mostly peat moss are not ideal. Water daily - but only if the soil is draining well.

Posted: 4:11 pm on March 10th
Judytherainbow writes: Michael - I love this planter and have done some smaller version myself. Will it winter over or do you have to refresh the plantings each year? Mine seem to diminish after the first year and don't fully fill in. Maybe I don't give them enough water?
Thanks,
Judy Posted: 12:21 pm on September 6th
heresgreenie writes: Prize winning quality plantman!! The perfect succulent pot and you can be proud that you made it! Posted: 11:38 am on September 6th
CFried writes: I LOVE this!!! From materials to design. Very nice. Posted: 4:31 pm on October 16th
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