With container gardening, it's surprisingly easy to slip into unsustainable practices—here's how to keep it green. Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, ...

Discover the six key factors to get right for growing Russian sage in containers, and guarantee your perennials thrive by ...

Container gardening is a great way to grow plants and vegetables, even if you have limited space. Whether you have a small patio, balcony, or simply want to add some greenery to your home, container ...

JACKSONVILLE — Now that we’ve hit April, the gardening season is starting to ramp up. For many of us, that means getting back into the garden and weeding, replacing mulch, and planting and dividing ...

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Editor's note: This is part one of a three-part series on container gardening. Containers are great for people with limited mobility as well as people living in apartments or who have minimal space in ...

If you can't have a garden plot, a container garden is a nice alternative. You'll need pots and containers, potting soil, seeds and seedlings. You can plant almost any plant or vegetable in a ...

Don’t be afraid to prune back plants like potato vine. It will help keep your containers looking lovely. Johnson County Extension Colorful container gardens bring beauty to front porches and patios ...

If you want your garden containers to be filled with colorful flowers in spring, now's the time to get your bulbs planted to make sure they're ready to bloom once our gardens thaw out after winter.

As outdoor spaces have shrunk and the pace of life has become much faster than it used to be, new types of gardens have had to emerge. The best landscapes now aren’t measured in square footage or ...

This is the month most container flowers are planted to accent homes, draw attention to front doors or away from unsightly views, and enjoy on patios. Container plants need light, air, water, and ...

Limited space or time shouldn't deter you from enjoying homegrown tomatoes. Container size is crucial, with larger containers being preferable for sufficient root space and moisture retention. Use a ...