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Tips For A Stellar Container Garden

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) -- Thrillers, fillers and spillers.

No, we're not talking about the latest horror flick -- those words actually refer to plants.

Susie Bachman from Bachman's Floral explains how they will help to make the perfect container garden.

First, your container needs drainage, so make sure a couple holes can let the water flow through. Then, toss in good potting soil.

The thriller goes in the back and is the statement. Filler goes around the edge, and then you want a spiller that cascades over the side of the pot and adds flair.

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