[metmom]

I got my pole beans in already and am just waiting to see if/when they come up. Providing no rodents eat the seeds first......

[Diana in Wisconsin]

We may have missed a 'R W & B' 'Porch Pot' for Memorial Day, but we can still pull one together for the 4th of July, our 250th Anniversary!

9 Red, White, and Blue Container Designs for Independence Day

We don’t need an excuse to embellish flowering containers, but with Independence Day approaching, the opportunity presents itself to add a splash of red, white, and blue to arrangements. Whether a straightforward representation or a loose adaptation, this classic flowering color scheme celebrates the Fourth of July and the summer season with versatility. Join gardener Katherine Rowe in exploring adaptable displays to highlight Independence Day.

https://www.epicgardening.com/red-white-blue-containers/

[Diana in Wisconsin]

I almost ALWAYS have to plant bean seeds twice, or fill in some gaps when the others start to emerge. Chipmunks! They're also very keen on stealing sunflower seeds from the feeder (or found on the ground) and 'planting' them for me in various pots around the garden.