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Plant a Strawberry Jar

By editor ⋅ May 23, 2008 ⋅ Email this post ⋅  Print this post ⋅ Post a comment

A terra cotta strawberry jar has an old-fashioned charm that looks equally good on a high-rise apartment balcony as it does on the farmhouse steps.

This article on How to Plant a Strawberry Jar takes you through the simple steps required to plant a strawberry jar, whether you choose to fill it with traditional strawberry plants or prefer to try a selection of herbs or flowers.

The key to theme planting in containers is to choose companion plants that require the same amount of sun and growing conditions. A strawberry jar filled with impatiens is a striking accent for a semi-shady spot, while herbs such as thyme, oregano and basil should do well together in the sun.

Terra cotta, in particular, tends to dry out quickly, but even strawberry pots made of plastic should be checked daily to prevent drying out.

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