That classic “thriller, filler and spiller” technique gives your arrangement a professional look. Thriller gives height and drama; recommendations include aloe vera, pencil cactus or a jade plant.

“They’re a fantastic way to add color and greenery for small outdoor spaces,” says Mark Soboil, the founder of Shellscapes on ...

A filler could be a lower-growing, less vibrantly colored plant. The spiller is a trailing vine or flower that spills down the sides of the container. Good neighbors make good container gardens.

Thriller, Filler, and Spiller Method The concept is straightforward and has been a staple in landscape design for decades, but Gaines' take brings a fresh, approachable flair.

Adam's House (WPVI) -- When it comes to filling a planter, there are three simple rules to remember: THRILLER, FILLER, and SPILLER. It does not matter the size or shape of the container, the rule ...

Whether you have abundant sun or tons of shade, there are plants that fit into the thriller, filler, and spiller categories. You can use tried and true combinations or experiment with your ...

• A full sun option might include red salvia or tall blue delphinium (thriller), white petunias or white verbena (filler) and blue lobelia or trailing blue torenia (spiller).