Adam’s top pot tips

K I always start with peat-free multi-purpose compost, then add top soil, grit, sand or composted bark, depending on the plants.

K When buying a single plant for a pot,

choose a larger one for instant structure.

K I feed twice a year with liquid fertiliser,

rather than adding slow-release fertiliser.

K Pots don’t tend to need much watering

through the winter months.

K Weed regularly and remove faded leaves. Deadhead flowers, unless they form attractive seedheads for winter interest.

K If a plant is staying in its pot long term, check its root system once a year to make sure it isn’t congested. If it is, move the plant to a new pot about 5cm larger.