Pansies love cool winter weather and will go on blooming until the heat of summer. Pansies can be available all year round, but for best results plant in the autumn for colour right through the winter/spring months.
Vincas are often mistaken for impatiens as they have similar flowers, at first glance.
Vinca are very tough, and have masses of flowers that thrive in hot summer weather.
The plants appear very lush and look great planted in mass or as borders.
Container gardens can be both colourful and productive. Many vegetables are well suited to growing in pots on balconies and in small areas.
Great project to get the children involved in.