When I bought several pots of PW (Proven Winners) Superbells, I wanted to share a few with my mother. I planted two in an existing large saucer planter and they were each a lovely blaze of color. We were discouraged when both plants were nearly nipped off at the ground within 12 hours, though. In an effort to outsmart Mr. (Annoying) Rabbit, my mother recalled this sturdy outdoor pot stand she has had for years. Perhaps the height would prevent the lovely flowers and tender leaves from becoming breakfast? It seemed a feasible solution, but she mentioned how much she disliked the color of the stand.
That's an easy fix when one enjoys spray paint projects as much as I do! Two coats and we were all set. This is a closeup of a variety of one of the Superbells. These are great performers because they fill in well and bloom all summer without requiring deadheading.
Here is a shot of them in their 8 inch pot and the freshly painted stand.
I am happy to say that they have not been nibbled! Rather, the absence of blossoms is just temporary lag between bloom cycles.
As a sidenote, I must add a personal endorsement for Espoma organic potting mix. This is the first spring I ever used this particular brand and I am impressed!
So many people have increased their gardening practices this year due to being at home more. My local garden center is now out of this soil and it was a bit difficult to get my hands on Superbells this year. Apparently, everyone loaded up early in the season. How about you? Have you been playing in the dirt more?