The use of containers is ideal for townhouse gardens, pots are perfect for seasonal colour; veggies and herbs are happy to be contained; succulents potted in an indigenous setting will add interest.   Container colours, designs, shapes, materials and ideas are endless.  

Three similar pots of varying heights can create an interesting feature giving elevation to an otherwise level area.  Pots attached to walls can break the dullness of a flat wall, and single large ornamental pots create beautiful artistic effects or can be used as a water feature creating movement and tranquil water sounds in the garden.

In some areas where horizontal space is limited, build a vertical garden.  Vertical planting can be a climber growing up a wall or fence; or a window box or other wall mounted container.