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Creative Container Gardens

By Deborah Shelton

Container gardens are so much fun, because the possibilities are endless, and the entire family can participate. You don't have to commit a lot of time to plant: Create one new potted plant each day until your garden is complete! Just about anything that will hold soil can be used. GROWN-UPS: It's your job to drill a few drainage holes into containers that don't already have them. Here are a few neat ideas to get you started:

1. Terra cotta pots: An old standard that can be made fresh by painting or decorating the outside.

2. Old metal watering cans: A perfect match for your new garden!

3. Wooden crates: Line the inside with a plastic garbage bag, then poke a few drain holes into the plastic.

4. Old shoes: Brightly colored rubber boots add a splash of color and whimsy to your garden. An old cowboy boot adds a rustic look.

5. Metal wagon: A child's metal wagon makes a nice container either on its own (grown-ups don't forget the drain holes!) or used as a holder for several containers.

6. Old toys: Big plastic dump trucks will let the neighbors know that the children had a hand in planting the new garden.

About The Author:
Deborah Shelton is the author of The Five Minute Parent: Fun & Fast Activities for You and Your Little Ones. Visit The Five Minute Parent for fun rainy-day activities, family links, and a free email newsletter filled with craft ideas, guest articles, contests and so much more! http://www.fiveminuteparent.com

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