The first rule of container gardening is that the exposure received by the point where the container is to be placed dictates exactly what plants you may use. A shady place demands shade plants, while a sunny place is treated likewise. The second concern is space, the amount of patio area you have to devote to the containers themselves. This controls the size and arrangement of your container gardens.
Choose the right containers
There are more container styles and material choices than ever before. The most important thing is that the container be large enough for the plants you want to grow. Generous rooting space means plants grow quickly and perform well.
