Spring is in full force and so are gardeners. Whether you enjoy adding a few plants to the front of your home or go all in with a vegetable garden, this is the time of year that many people step outside and start to freshen up the exterior of their homes in Locust Grove. A colorful planter that will last for many seasons is one way to make your home inviting. Here are some of the best places to find planters.
Some things to consider when purchasing a planter for your home in Locust Grove:
Size: Think about the size of the plant you intend to place in the planter. While annuals can do well in a variety of containers, if you plan on planting a shrub or miniature tree make sure to leave space for the plant to grow or you will find yourself shopping for a new planter in a year.
Material: Planters come in lots of materials; some materials are better suited to the temperature changes that homes in Locust Grove experience. If you want to leave the pot out year round, then make sure it is a frost resistant one. While terra cotta pots are pretty, they can crack easily and are heavy. There are lots of light weight resin/plastic options out there. Keep in mind that pots that have been painted darker colors may start to fade after being in the sun for a few years.
Drainage: Make sure you select a pot that has a drainage hole in it. While you can attempt to add one, this often leads to cracking the planter.
Use the right soil: Fill planters with potting soil that will allow for easier drainage. If you are planting annuals with shallow roots in a larger pot then fill the bottom of the pot with mulch or bark and then add a few inches of potting soil.
Water Regularly: Unlike being in the ground, the soil in a planter is more exposed to the elements. Homes in Locust Grove experience hot summer days and strong sunshine that can dry out the soil in a planter faster than plants that are in the ground, so make sure to water your plants.
Best places for homes in Locust Grove to find planters
At Home Not far from all the homes in Locust Grove, At Home is located on Route Three as you head into Fredericksburg. This store has aisles of planters in all colors, shapes, and sizes. They have ones that are perfect for front porches and ones that will work for focal points in gardens. Planters that are frost resistant are clearly marked too.
TJ Maxx For small planter that you could place on a front porch or on an outdoor table, take a look at the options at TJ Maxx in Culpeper. (Did you know that a TJ Maxx just opened in Central Park in Fredericksburg?)
Home Goods While Home Goods and TJ Maxx are sister stores, we often find a larger selection of planters here. Plus Home Goods carries larger ones for your home in Locust Grove.
Walmart Walmart has stepped up the style on their outdoor planters. Being a short drive away, it is a great place for people with homes in Locust Grove to find a planter.
Best Place to Buy Plants in Locust Grove
Deep Roots Finding plants at a local nursery is always the best option. Why? The employees are knowledgeable about specific plants and how they will thrive in the local soil. The best place to buy plants for homes in Locust Grove is at Deep Roots Home & Garden Center. Located just past Locust Grove Primary and Elementary schools off of Route 20, Deep Roots has a wide variety of plants, trees, shrubs, and planters. Check their Facebook page to see the amazing weekly specials they offer. The sales Deep Roots has beats any deal you will find at Lowes or Home Depot.
