Jennings wrote in
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Hi guys,

As you may know from my introductory post I am a noob gardener.

One challenge I have set myself is to grow some plants and flowers in
pots, so they bloom in the summer months. I can then position the pots
at tactical places in my front rockery, my back patio or hanging
baskets.

I have bought three bergonia bulbs which I am going to plant this
weekend.

I would really welcome any advice on what sort of stuff is cheap,
relatively easy(so my experience is rewarding), and adds a splash of
colour.

Is this a good idea? Are there obvious plant types I should go for? How
many should I do (I am not wealthy)?

I hope these aren't stupid questions - and I know a lot of this is
subjective and down to taste - but I want to get a feel for what other
(novice and experienced) gardeners would do.

Thanks for reading,

Jennings




Jennings, I am a not wealthy either, so I rarely buy plants, just seed.

You could buy a couple of packets of seed from B&Q or your local garden
centre, muck cheap. Have a wonder around and choose some things you like,
not what other people like. There are thousands to choose from.

Have you considered growing outdoor tomatoes? It's easy and I think they
look as good as anything. I grow Gardeners Delight outdoor and I tell you
they are wonderful. You can buy tomatoes for hanging baskets too.

My main advice to you is to buy seeds not plants,(cheaper by far) unless
its a shrub, and even then you can take cuttings from shrubs. If you are a
noob this might sound difficult, but I promise its not.

Hope this is helpful
Baz