Use steel brackets every 18 inches or so and fasten them into the siding or masonry with the proper screws.
Planting impatiens in window boxes.
Planting and caring for your window box.
Another thing to consider when determining which types of plants to place in a window box is the time of year and location.
Shade or partial shade moist soil.
The closer impatiens plants are the taller they will grow so space accordingly impatiens.
If yours do pinch them back by 4 or 5 inches.
April is the perfect time to commence planting when the danger of frost or chilly nights have passed and the soil temperature is warming up.
You have three options for planting your window box.
Always mount the box before you plant.
See your local frost dates.
Fill in gaps with cascading ivy or vinca for a whimsical touch.
Plants quickly respond with a new flush of growth and are more compact and covered with blooms that can take you to the first frost.
Feed every two weeks with a 20 20 20 fertilizer.
Plant impatiens transplants after the last spring frost.
Petunias are summer s workhorse continuously pumping out vibrant blooms in the season s harshest heat.
Impatiens prefer humus rich moist and well drained soil.
Make sure the plants have some shelter from the wind.
Try planting zinnias petunias and geraniums during the summer and mums pansies and purple fountain grass in the fall for seasonal appeal.
Plant directly in the container.
Planting time the best time to plant impatiens is after the last spring frost.
Rest the box on the supports and screw the bottom to the brackets.
12 plants that are perfect for window boxes sweet potato vine.