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All A-Bloom in June by Leslie Worthy
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pril showers bring May flowers… and when the calendar flips to June, there’s an abundance of blooms. So, why not make a blooming gift for Dad… or an arrangement to enjoy at home, celebrating the beauty that surrounds?
So, let’s get started. How? By creating your own homemade planter. Then, your mom, your dad — or YOU — can enjoy flowers all through the summer on the front porch, patio, dock or deck. Here’s how: Making a planter is simple and fun, and allows you to create something both beautiful and unique. So put your creativity to work; there are thousands of options for flowers, plants and planters. Begin by thinking of the flower and plant selection you like best (or ones Dad likes, if gifting to him) and consider which hobbies
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are unique to your recipient. For example, if she loves daisies, vincas and antiques, plant beautiful daisies and vincas in an antique watering can or bicycle basket. Or, create a portable vegetable planter in an old galvanized water trough for Dad. (See? The possibilities are endless!)
What you will need: »» Planter: be creative and think outside the typical plastic planter. Perhaps an old wash bin, old dresser drawer, or an antique coal scuttle bucket would be appreciated. Is there a container that reminds him or her of earlier days? Use it. They’ll love the thoughtfulness.
»» Flowers: choose flowers, plants or a mix of both. Use a variety of colors and sizes, from deep red geraniums, delicate pastel pansies to ornamental grasses and ivy. Choices are endless and greenhouse experts can assist in gathering complementary choices.
»» Potting Mix: not to be confused with potting soil. Potting mix has been specifically developed to produce better results inside containers.
Have fun as you create a beautiful and uniquely special arrangement. Happy belated Mother’s Day and Happy Father’s Day, Kosciusko County!
