“A single rose can be my garden… a single friend, my world.” – Leo Buscaglia

Green-thumbed or not, gardening is a central part of making your house feel like a home. For those of us without the resources to create an in-ground garden, though, it’s easy to feel like something is missing from our outdoor living spaces.

Lucky for us, plants don’t need to be in the ground to grow big, strong, and beautiful. No matter your desired aesthetic, someone’s sure to have an innovative container gardening idea to achieve it.

So before you renounce yourself to a bland, lifeless landscape, check out these container garden ideas suited for every space, style, and occasion.

1. Backyard Container Garden Ideas

Whether you’re a renter or tight on outdoor space, or you just enjoy the look of lush potted plants, garden containers make an excellent addition to any backyard.

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Arrange planters in groups to mimic the look of an overflowing garden bed. It doesn’t matter if every single container matches. However, you should at least agree upon a general theme (like color, material, or shape).

The types of plants you grow in your backyard container garden will rely heavily on your location and personal preferences. Rest assured that you can grow annual flowers, vegetables, and even many perennials in containers just like you would the ground.

2. Balcony or Rooftop Container Garden Ideas

There’s no debating that living in the city has plenty of perks. But having the room and resources to grow a large garden certainly isn’t one of them. Fortunately, container gardens give pretty much everyone the chance to raise plants of their own.

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