Impatiens Window Box Filler

For a 2 window box use 2 3 geraniums for a 3 window box use 3 4 geraniums.

Impatiens window box filler.

They provide both delicate color and lots of abundance. One on either side of a taller salvia. If you bring the coleus indoors before the first frost it grows as a houseplant. It is a low maintenance annual that is one of the best shade loving container plants.

The most common variety in the united states impatiens walleriana is easy to maintain grows well in containers and. Plus this bendable construction allows you to mix and match a variety of foliage to create a beautiful natural looking window box or planter. In the filler category there are many varieties that create a lush lively backdrop. Commonly chosen fillers include impatiens baby s breath achillea and begonias.

Greenrain 8 bundles artificial lavender flowers outdoor fake flowers for decoration uv resistant no fade faux plastic plants garden porch window box décor purple 4 2 out of 5 stars 1 131 8 99 8. The low growing and trailing qualities of the coleus make it an excellent filler for the window box and add visual appeal at the base of the surrounding flowers. A good recipe for plant selection is to use a main plant that will be in the background such as geraniums salvia or angelonia in the sun new guinea impatiens in the part sun or begonias in the shade. To achieve luscious color in a deeply shaded window box give impatiens a try.

This first full sun window box has two geraniums in it. The spiky shape of the salvia contrasts with the rounded shape of the geraniums to give the box a symmetrical feel.