When it comes to container planting, simplicity and intentionality go a long way. Digz Ambassador Xin Lu (@athomewithxin) shows us how to create a beautiful fall planter that's both practical and stylish.
Xin shares her go-to steps for building a lush container garden from the ground up, and a few cleaver tricks to make the process easier!
Step-by-Step: How Xin Plants Her Fall Containers
1. Start Smart with Your Planter
Xin begins with an insulated planter, a great choice for protecting roots from temperature changes. Before adding any soil, she places a few empty pots at the bottom to take up space and reduce the amount of soil needed. This not only makes the planter lighter but also improves drainage.
2. Layer Soil and Compost
Next, she fills the planter about 80% full with garden soil, then tops it off with a layer of rich compost. This combination keeps plants well-fed and encourages healthy growth throughout the season.
3. Divide and Conquer
Xin loves buying full, lush pots from her local garden center and dividing them at home. It's her favorite way to stretch a budget and get multiple arrangements from one purchase. Once divided, she plants each section, spacing them so there's room for new growth.
4. Water and Enjoy
Finish by giving your plants a generous drink of water. Xin recommends keeping essentials nearby in her Digz Waterproof Garden Bag. It fits tools, gloves, and a water bottle perfectly. And don't forget your Digz Kneeling pad for extra comfort while planting!
Xin's Top Tools for Easy Planting
- Digz Waterproof Garden Bag - keeps tools and gloves organized and dry
- Digz Kneeling Pad - adds comfort for long planting sessions
- Digz Gloves - durable, flexible, and designed for any garden task
Container planting doesn't have to be complicated. With Xin's layering technique, a few practical tools, and a little creativity, you can design planters that thrive all season long.
So grab your gloves, gather your favorite fall plants, and give her method a try!
