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Styling your pots with a creative combination of plants adds striking colour and texture to any space. If you’re looking to combine plants together in pots, use the 'thrill, fill and spill' technique.
The best way to get started is by choosing the perfect pot. Choose a pot that's around 40-50cm in diameter to allow room for planting. Select one that reflects your personal style and will inspire your planting combination. For example, you can create a coastal oasis with Northcote Pottery Villa Pots in 'Sand' (pictured above) or let terracotta pots shine with a collection of Mediterranean-style plants. You can also choose a ‘family’ of pots in the same style, but in different heights and sizes, allowing you to fill a larger space and really make a statement.
It's also important you nourish your plants with a good potting mix.
Safety tip: Always wear the appropriate safety equipment (safety glasses, gloves and a mask, for example) and always follow the instructions for the product or equipment. Always store products out of the reach of children and pets.
Once you've selected your pots and have your potting mix, you're ready to get started with the 'thrill, fill and spill' technique. First, choose a 'thrill' plant. This plant is the star of the show: it's bold and interesting, with a bit of height. Position it at the back of the pot. Spiky cordylines or strappy leafed plants often make good thrillers.
'Fill' plants are smaller and rounder in shape and they help fill out the container. These plants are like the supporting cast, providing contrast to the taller thriller at the back.
Complete your potted picture with the perfect 'spill' plant. This is a trailing or ground-covering plant that cascades over the edge of the pot, creating a lovely balanced look.
Once you’ve planted your combo, give it a watering and a loving dose of Scotts Osmocote Pour+Feed All Purpose. Pour a capful of the ready-to-use liquid fertiliser onto moist potting mix around your plants every two weeks and your plants will love you for it.
Some products are not available at all stores, but may be ordered.
Check out our extensive Scotts Osmocote range.
Photo Credit: Scotts Osmocote
Asbestos, lead-based paints and copper chromium arsenic (CCA) treated timber are health hazards you need to look out for when renovating older homes. These substances can easily be disturbed when renovating and exposure to them can cause a range of life-threatening diseases and conditions including cancer. For information on the dangers of asbestos, lead-based paint and CCA treated timber and tips for dealing with these materials contact your local council's Environmental Health Officer or visit our Health & Safety page.
When following our advice in our D.I.Y. videos, make sure you use all equipment, including PPE, safely by following the manufacturer’s instructions. Check that the equipment is suitable for the task and that PPE fits properly. If you are unsure, hire an expert to do the job or talk to a Bunnings Team Member.
