Is it Spring yet?

No...not yet, at least. In fact, it is only mid-February, but according to a little groundhog named Phil, it IS on the way!

'Punxsutawny Phil'

I'm not usually a believer in groundhogs...or weathermen for that matter! What I can't deny is that I saw Forsithia blooming on my walk today and BULBS that are coming up in my yard. They are weeks from blooming, but that little bit of fresh, new green is making me SO happy! I know exactly where I planted the bulbs last autumn. It's hard to forget scooting around on your hands and knees while planting 250 bulbs....yes, 250. Tulips and Daffodils. I love them. I've run around my yard like a crazy flower lady moving pine straw away to see if there are more coming up than I can see.

Forsithia blooming. First burst of color for weeeeeeeeeeeeks.

Bright yellow Daffodils on a clear early Spring day :)

I usually prefer a soft yellow, but there is something about that pop of Daffodil that makes me smile. Maybe it's the anticipation on what the new Spring will bring. Maybe it's the happy little face of the flower. All I know is it means Spring is starting.

Ahhhh...........Tulips. Who doesn't love these?

With all of this spring thinking in my yard, I got to thinking about YOUR gardens and containers. Lets plan! It's never too early to get on our calendar and to talk ideas. If you need a little something to hold you over until Spring officially arrives, call us for a fabulous interior arrangement to get you there....think hydrangeas, tulips, cyclamen, hyacinth, or orchids.....or all of them!?!?!

Wishing you all a speedy end to this winter. Think warm, bright yellow thoughts!

VALENTINES' DAY

Yup....It sneaks up on us every year. That's right, VALENTINES' DAY is just around the corner. Next MONDAY, in fact!
Let us ensure that you are in your loved ones good graces this year by creating a unique and beautiful arrangment....orchids! hydrangeas! cyclamen!
We work with your budget and incorporate your Valentine's favorite colors, flowers, etc!
Email us TODAY at containergardeningllc@gmail.com

HAPPY LOVE WEEK!

CGOA featured on FlowerMag.com!!

When a dear friend said that she knew the editor of Flower Magazine (one of our favorites for garden and flower lovers), we nearly had a fit we were so excited! Margot Shaw, editor of Flower Mag, lived up to every expectation of a flower editor...and more! She was such a joy to meet and found the story of how our business started inspiring.
She lined us up with one of her 'flower girls,' Katherine Perry, who interviewed Container Gardening....and now the interview is up on their website.
Take a look... http://www.flowermag.com/article/container-gardening-of-atlanta/

A Love for Container Gardening

These are pictures from one of our first clients. After several seasons in her garden, we have her containers down to an art...and so does she! Recently we were asked what our favorite projects are; our response was those projects in which the client is excited and enthusiastic. It's contagious and inspiring...and it shows in our work! This client is the perfect example of a favorite project....a joy to plant!

Lush and full...
Kimberly Queen Fern, Caladiums, Angel Wing Begonia, and Dragon Wing Begonias

To liven up an empty corner...
Kimberly Queen Fern, Caladiums, Angel Wing Begonia, and Dragon Wing Begonias

Lavender and Euphorbia

A windowbox for a cook...
Euphorbia, Vinca, Rosemary, Parsley, Thyme, and Basil

Angel Wing Begonias, Heuchera, Autumn Ferns, and Impatiens

Angel Wing Begonias, Heuchera, Autumn Ferns, and Impatiens

Hibiscus and Euphorbia

For an inviting pool entrance...
Hibiscus and Euphorbia

Also for a cook...
Cherry Tomatoes, Basil, Oregano, and Citronella (to keep skeeeters away!)

Summer Summer Summer!

Australian Tree Ferns, Caladiums, Impatiens, and Heuchera. We love Shade!!

Gaura, Juncus Grass, Vinca, Verbena, and Thyme
(containers provided by CGOA)

Vinca, Verbena, and Thyme

Kimberly Queen and Caladiums

Kimberly Queen and Caladiums
(containers provided by CGOA)

More Spring Blooms :)

Some more from our Spring plantings, after allowed a month of growing time!

Aspidistra, Caladiums, Angel Wings, Impatiens, and Autumn Ferns

These planters softened a patio surrounded by a formal Boxwood hedge.

Shade loving windowbox

Sun loving windowbox

A happy mailbox planting :)

Spring has Sprung!

Hello Gardening Friends!

I hope your Spring was filled with beautiful blooms and lots of enjoyable days in your garden. We have been working hard to keep up with all the beauty around our containers. It's been a tough job with the magnificent Azaleas and Hydrangeas this year! Here are a few pictures of what we've been up to. Hope to hear from you all soon!!

Kimberly Queen Ferns, Caladiums, Ivy, and Dragon Wing Begonias make a statement at the entrance gate of this beautiful home!

Boxwoods, Thyme, and Begonias

A Lush poolside planting...Petunias, Plumbago, Euphorbia, and Vinca in a moss lined iron plant stand.

More Kimberly Queens with 'Miss Muffett' Caladiums and Impatiens. Who said shade was boring??

Table plantings....begonias and Sage. Herbs are functional and beautiful!

Australian Tree Fern with Impatiens

Boxwood topiary, trailing Rosemary, and Vinca

More Kimberly Queens and Dragon Wings!

Poolside Hibiscus and Euphorbia. This just screams hot summer!

A little something to bring a smile to this wonderful client when she walks in her back door.

Deep shade windowboxes.

It's hard to tell from this picture, but this windowbox is packed full of herbs and flowers. Basil, Parsley, Thyme, and Sage with Euphorbias, Vinca, and Plumbago.

Ahhhhhh....

Ivy Topiary with Vinca and Angelonia.

Windmill palm with Scabiosa, Petunias, Euphorbia, Ivy, and Sedums.

Perfect for a lush poolside!