Tough spring plants.

My windowbox at my backdoor is the first planter I plant every year.  It needs tough spring plants!

Pansy's are a good choice.  They aren't harmed by a frost or snowfall.

If they are root bound, make sure to rough up the roots before planting.

Allysum are also hardy spring plants. A good choice for an early spring planter.

Allysum are  hardy spring plants. A good choice for an early spring planter.

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It will mound and drape over the container.  I keep it for my summer and fall planters too!

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Dusty miller is also tough enough for frosts and snow.

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Dusty miller is also tough enough for frosts and snow.

When you just need to garden in early spring choose pansy's, dusty miller and allysum - great early spring plants!