Can Perennials Grow in Pots? Container Gardening with Permanent Plants

Most perennials prefer ground for their large root systems, but large, deep resin pots work well.

Keys to Success

• Pot size: Deep enough for root system.
• Material: Resin—lightweight, freeze-resistant.
• Overwintering: Leave outdoors; resin protects roots.

The author overwinters perennials in resin pots successfully in Zone 6.

Choose compact varieties or use very large containers.