Sunday, July 10, 2011

Another Use For...A Strawberry Jar

Besides strawberries, impatiens work well in a strawberry jar. As the impatiens fill out, the jar may no longer be noticeable.





©Michelle A. Potter

34 comments:

  1. What a pretty idea and am loving the choice on impatiens. Hope you post another pic when it has fully grown I would love to see that!!

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  2. Those impatiens look so large and healthy. What a great idea!

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  3. @PlantPostings I have two like this, and am hoping they cover the entire pot in a month or so. Thanks for stopping by.

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  4. this is much prettier than strawberries. I love how the flowers are filling out and covering the pot.

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  5. Lovely idea. It'll be even nicer when it fills out more.

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  6. Works a treat, hope you don't miss the Strawberries too much.

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  7. This is lovely. I never thought about using impatiens in these jars. I have one that is in a good place. Lots of light but in shade.

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  8. What a cool idea!! I love impatiens! I've always avoided strawberry jars but now I may reconsider! :o)

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  9. I definitely thinks this looks much prettier than strawberries. What a clever way to re-use these jars!

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  10. @Bridget I think so, too...looking forward to seeing it filled in.

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  11. @Alistair This is another strawberry pot. The strawberries in the other pot are almost finished their fruiting. :(

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  12. @Lola That would be a perfect spot. I love impatiens...and to find a new way to enjoy them is a happy accident.

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  13. @Casa Mariposa I have used them for herbs as well when I did not have a lot of space. Enjoy...

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  14. @Rose It does, doesn't it? There is always this dilemma between function and beauty!

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  15. Sage- I see a marketing opportunity here...

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  16. I didn't find strawberries worked so well in these pots. i think you found a better use, impatiens to feed the soul!

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  17. Wow that jar is beautiful, unfortunately we dont have strawberry here in the lowlands and in our only strawberry-producing area in the country we dont see those jars. I am sure it can be used also for other annuals aside from impatiens; e.g. portulaca or some hanging succulents.

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  18. A lovely idea, I can just imagine the mass of blooms in no time. :)

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  19. @Janet My strawberries do okay in the pot, but I agree...I think they would do better in the ground.

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  20. @Andrea I will have to try portulacas which I love. I have tried herbs in these pots which works well. Succulents would use less water...

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  21. See, self, this is how lovely a pot can look when you actually water it... :)

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  22. It looks really great with impatiens...Strawberry jars are pretty expensive here, I wish I could buy a few just for strawberries :).

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  23. @Hanni :)...that is funny! I have done the same thing...

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  24. @Masha The plain clay ones are not very expensive here. The more fancy and painted ones can be.

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  25. @Desperate Gardener Thanks, Stacy. I might try more of them next year.

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  26. Sage,
    I'm new to your blog and enjoying seeing what I've briefly perused. Strawberry Jars are singing your praises.

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  27. I've grown lots of different things in my strawberry pot, lately I've had hens & chicks in it. Your impatience looks great.

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  28. @Patrick's Garden Thank you, Patrick. I am very glad you enjoyed your visit.

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  29. @Crafty Gardener I have another with hens and chicks...they work really well together, don't they?

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