
Water-absorbing gels are incorporated into the soil for items with small root zones, such as this teapot.

Wicker hanging baskets are planted with trailing plants like fuchsia, ivy and petunia.

A good blend of complementary colors and foliage textures enhances this ceramic bowl.

Preplanted window boxes are very popular.

Anna Cushman's mixed bowls contain many cottage-garden plants such as daisies and nicotiana.

This upright container is enhanced with a mixture of upright and trailing plants.

Anna and Charlie Cushman attract customers to Gingerbread Farm Perennials with eclectic products.