Kruktips - vårglädje!
Dubbel glädje – beautifying now and later
A classic spring composition, described by Sylvia Svensson, features a robust cement planter filled with cheerful ljusgula och kastanjefärgade penséer (pansies) alongside the striking alunrot (Heuchera 'Palace Purple'). The arrangement is completed by the elegant backsippa, Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Röde Klokke', and lush clumps of gullvivor, Primula veris. Together, these plants provide a harmonious blend of color and texture, ideal for the season.
A major advantage of using perennials in containers is the “dubbel glädje”—twice the joy. Not only do they offer immediate beauty on your patio or balcony in spring, but you can also transplant them into your garden borders after flowering. This ensures that, apart from the annual pansies, all the main plants—alunrot, backsippa, and gullviva—will return to charm you year after year, steadily expanding in your beds.
Nærmare om växtvalet
- Penséerna are unbeatable for early, bright spring color, though they are annuals and will need to be replanted each year.
- Heuchera 'Palace Purple' brings lasting interest through its deep, purple foliage and tidy growth habit, creating a striking contrast among spring flowers.
- Pulsatilla vulgaris 'Röde Klokke' stands out with its rich red-violet, bell-shaped blossoms and finely-cut, silky foliage. Flowering in early spring, it not only provides vital nectar and pollen for pollinators but also develops decorative, feathery seed heads after blooming—extending its ornamental value well past the flowering season. Adaptable to full sun or part shade and well-drained soil, it’s robust and long-lived, fitting for not just planters but also rock gardens and naturalized areas.
- Primula veris, the gullviva, adds a splash of sunny yellow—another perennial that thrives in spring containers and will flourish in garden settings in subsequent years.
Tips for Dramatic Spring Containers
For more inspiration on creating lively and dramatic spring planters, see Kruktips – dramatik, where additional combinations and practical container gardening ideas are shared.
Summary Table
| Växt | Typ | Blomfärg | Särskilda egenskaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pensé | Annuel | Ljusgul, kastanj | Tidig färg, måste omsås |
| Heuchera 'Palace Purple' | Perenn | (Foliage plant) | Djup lila blad |
| Pulsatilla 'Röde Klokke' | Perenn | Rödviolett | Tidig blom, pollinatörvänlig |
| Primula veris | Perenn | Gul | Glädje i vår, lättodlad |
Sammanfattning
By combining perennials and annuals in your spring container, you gain both immediate impact and long-term value. Plants like backsippa and alunrot are not only beautiful in pots but can also transform your garden for years to come once transplanted, maximizing both your effort and joy through repeated seasons.