Gazania and black-eyed Susan pot display

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Gazania and black-eyed Susan pot display

BBC Gardeners' World Magazine

Published: Thursday, 18 July 2019 at 10:59 am

Find out how to create a summer pot using black-eyed Susan and gazanias.

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This attractive, dramatic display combines the fiery blooms of two climbers - black eyed Susan and Ipomoea lobata, teamed with complementary plants (we've used gazanias) at their base. A rustic looking support, such as this pyramid one made of wicker, gives a natural feel*.* Tie the climbers to the support to help them on their way.

You Will Need

Large container
Multi-purpose, peat-free compost
Slow-release fertiliser
Willow plant support
Ipomoea lobata
Thunbergia 'Susie'
Bronze gazanias (3)
Marigold 'French Red' (3)

Total time: 30 minutes

Step 1

Adding crocks to the container

Assemble everything you need. Fill the pot with compost and mix in some slow-release fertiliser.

Step 2

Planting the marigolds

Push in your plant support and add the climbers and base plants to the pot.

Step 3

Watering the display

Water the pot well and keep the compost moist throughout the growing season.

Kevin Smith says...

This display will thrive in a warm, sunny spot – in fact, the gazanias will only open if they’re in full sun. Water the pot every day to ensure the compost doesn’t dry out in the warm, sunny conditions.

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