Watering can be a tricky art to master for container gardens as it does not take long for a plant to go from looking healthy to wilting. That fine line also comes into play between soil being too dry ...

Every garden needs water to grow, but with a container’s small amount of soil, watering is vital for plants to look their best. But don’t overdo it, either. “Proper drainage is just as important as ...

Seasonal accents can make your outdoor containers feel festive with very little effort. Pinecones are an easy way to add ...

Strawberries are a perfect plant for containers, especially hanging containers. They look gorgeous with the fruit drooping ...

A self-watering container can be made from a discarded molasses-supplement tub used by cattle ranchers. The 25-gallon tub is a practical size for a container that can control soil and moisture ...

Don't let the watering schedule discourage you from growing in pots. Enlist one or more of these strategies to eliminate the daily burden of watering while still maintaining beautiful and productive ...

Add a bit of seasonal beauty to your front steps, window boxes, and other outdoor spaces with winter containers. Fill them ...

If you're after a flower that can handle sun, heat, and a bit of neglect, all while being vibrant and beautiful, the blanket flower (gaillardia spp.) is the kind of stunning plant that thrives in a ...