We use them as architectural plants in the landscape, but shrubs can also lend flair to containers. Here, the ruby-red stems of redtwig dogwood (Cornus sericea) offer great contrast to the fresh-green leaves. The arrangement is made even more interesting with a couple of colorful sedums (purple 'Voodoo' and golden 'Angelina') and white candytuft.
Hint: Young specimens of most shrubs should fit well in containers. But also consider dwarf shrubs such as 'My Monet' weigela , bearberry (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi), or 'Tom Thumb' cotoneaster.
Incorporate Perennials
Don't be afraid to incorporate perennials into your spring containers. Then plant the perennials in your garden once the annuals start to fade. Here, for example, bacopa, purple pansy, white nemesia, and yellow strawflower mix well with 'Fire and Ice' hosta.
Hint: Growing hostas and other perennials in tall containers can help protect them from hungry rabbits early in the season.
Create Drama with Color
Bright colors are especially refreshing after a long, dull winter. Here, bold pink containers feature favorites such as silvery licorice plant (Helichrysum 'Icicles'), pink 'Little Charmer' diascia, and 'Intensia Neon Pink' annual phlox, and the golden foliage of foamy bells (x Heucherella 'Stoplight').
Hint: When using bold containers, make sure your plants are dramatic enough to hold their own so they don't get overshadowed by the pots.
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