PLANT PLACEMENT Feel free to get
creative — there are no hard-and-fast rules. That said, for a foolproof
composition, follow this traditional scheme: Place tall, spiky grasses in the
back, trailing varieties at the front and sides, and fill the middle with
bushier plants.
SOIL Tempting as it may seem, don't just dig up dirt from your
backyard. Instead, go with a medium-weight potting mix that includes perlite
and vermiculite — minerals that help keep the soil aerated and prevent water
loss.
WATERING If it hasn't rained, expect to water most boxes at least
once a day (if your flowers start to droop or the soil feels dry half an inch
below the surface, you'll need to up the frequency). Soak the plants completely
until excess liquid runs out the drainage holes.
FERTILIZER Because most soil mixes don't provide enough nutrients, fertilize your plants with a water-soluble formula such as Schultz Bloom Plus
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