One of my passions is growing our food and my Everlasting flowers. This old gray mare ain't what she use to be. Anymore by the time I get done weeding on my knees, or bent-in-to... from working my gardens... lordy be I feel broke ..lol Oh dear... so that's going to cease. Not gardening, of course. My goal is to continue growing our foods, so.. these containers will be the beginning to my new raised beds.
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Please note that plastic containers (especially dark ones) will absorb more heat from sun, especially in summer months. Depending on your location, this will dry out the soil quicker and possibly damage plant roots. They are awesome in winter months or in cooler climates as the trapped heat keeps the plants warmer (than in the ground).
@shuhak I pondered on that. Looked at the galvanized containers and ..hot to the touch and would wear away in time. Yup, I know about black attracts the heat and watering is a must. I have Strawberries and Raspberries growing in the same container....different sizes. I thought I'd spray them white or silver for that matter. I've been gardening most of my life, and need something to help me continue do to so. Thank you for your comment.
@shuhak your comment never left my mind. I research..color of pot and their effect on roots. They ...my containers here are 3/4 filled now, with rotten wood, leaves, manure, sand and ashes from our woodburning. I'll top it off this spring with top soil. Also this spring I'll be spray painting them white. Thank you!!
