Urban Garden

Virtually anyone can have an Urban Garden. Whether it's a sunny entryway, balcony or ground-level patio, clusters of containers, hanging baskets and an arbor or trellis transform small spaces into a colorful, welcoming urban retreat.

For best effect, group containers in odd numbers and stagger plant heights. Choose stone, terra cotta or faux-stone planters in varying sizes and shapes, and use quality potting soil that holds moisture, yet drains well. Full-size plants deliver instant color and impact, creating the illusion of an established garden.

Patio trees, roses, herbs, cacti, shrubs, sedum, perennials and vegetables work well in this garden.