The Outdoor Living Co. journal · 3 min read · Updated 20 October 2026
Read your space
Notice sunlight, wind and how easily you can reach water. Check balcony weight limits and permissions before adding heavy containers.
Match plant and pot
Choose a container size, drainage and growing medium suited to the plant. Reuse a sound pot where possible; a new pot is only useful if it fits the job.
Keep checking
Containers need regular attention to watering, especially in spring and summer. Check moisture rather than following a rigid timetable, and look out for winter waterlogging.
Further reading
General garden guidance can depend on the plant and local conditions. These RHS resources offer more detail.
RHS: Growing plants in containers →