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Design by Function Window Box

You can create great impact in a small space. Window boxes are a great way to get started.

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There’s a house in your neighborhood that has the prettiest window boxes every spring and summer. And every time you walk or drive by, you can’t help but admire how attractive and inviting they make that home look.

That’s the magic of curb appeal – one of the top criteria homebuyers and realtors look for. A house with that kind of charm is warm, welcoming and beautiful. One of the easiest – and cost-efficient – ways to help boost the appearance of your home is to add a gorgeous window box planting.

This window box design is a simple concept that brings fantastic results. Even better, it’s a snap to bring to life. And since a majority of this planting is done with annuals, you can experiment with new colors and textures season after season.

So continue to admire that house with the nice window boxes if you’d like, but with one exception: Now the prettiest window box in the neighborhood will be yours!

Remember, when you shop for plants, pick the ones you like that match the functions identified on the plan!

Facts
  • Planting window boxes is a great way to get a lot of impact in a small area – especially if you’re short on in-the-ground planting space. It’s also a nice low-cost option if you’re working within a tight budget.
  • Color is one of the most important and distinguishing elements in good landscaping.
Tips
  • Remember, your window box plants are sharing the same small space. Make sure the ones you pick also share the same sun, water and soil requirements, so all the plants in your box thrive. (Also make sure the box itself is placed in a location that matches your plants’ sun/shade needs.)
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  • We’d love to see how your project’s grown! Visit our forums and post some pictures of your planted window box, and share your green thumb accomplishments with our Learn2Grow community!
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