It's no secret that container gardening has taken off in a big way. It offers convenience for gardeners with limited space, ...

Mums are a go-to fall bloom for containers, but that also makes them a bit boring. Spice things up with other, equally pretty ...

If your outdoor potted plants tend to die of thirst due to your absence or absentmindedness, try selecting less-thirsty ...

Four o'clocks in containers will perform their best in moist soil. Keep a close eye on the pot and avoid the top two inches ...

Even if you’ve got a beautifully designed garden, there are plenty of reasons to add plants in containers to your home. You can decorate a front porch or backyard patio with boxes or pots of flowers.

When I was in college, I had three pots with tiny plants growing on my windowsill. They were my connection with horticulture. Those long nights trying to figure out why a horticulture major was taking ...

Boost the flavor and beauty of your landscape by adding a few ornamental edible plants to your garden beds and containers. Look for opportunities to substitute ornamental vegetables, fruit, herbs and ...

Q: I could use some filler plants to make my porch look more lush. I know there’s caladium and a handful of annual flowers (fuchsia, torenia, impatiens) that can be used, but is there anything that ...

When choosing a container for gardening, consider its material, placement, and drainage capabilities. Terracotta pots are porous and require frequent watering, while glazed pots retain moisture better ...

As frost approaches, gardeners are tempted to dig up plants and place them in pots for use indoors. Too often, the results ...

Don’t stop there, look for new ways to add a bit of fall to your front steps, balcony and garden beds.