Planting a hanging basket

1. Place the hanging basket on a bucket or large container. Line with moist sphagnum moss, coir, or other hanging basket liner.

2. Add some soil-less or multi-purpose compost; hanging basket compost is available which includes slow-release fertiliser and water-retaining granules.

3. Water plants and put them in the side of the basket. Build moss and compost layers around them. With other liners, cut cross-shaped holes around sides and put plant roots through the holes.

4. Fill basket with compost, then place low-growing and trailing plants around the edge. Finish with upright or taller growing plants in the centre.

5. Firm the compost, water well and hang on a secure hook. Water daily, provide a liquid feed fortnightly (if no slow-release fertiliser has been added).