Aromatic and low-maintenance, this vibrant plant adds color, attracts pollinators, and thrives in containers while helping ...

Position your pot in a sunny spot, and water well. Don't expect masses of growth in that first season, but once established, ...

When planting your containers, be sure to leave about an inch of space at the top. Arrange the taller plants in the center or back and trailing plants along the edges.

Choose larger-sized containers. The larger the container, the more choices you have of vegetables to grow, production is generally higher, and you don’t have to water as often.

Sweet potatoes are one of the most re­warding crops for home gardeners.They are nutritious, versatile in the kitchen, and, surprisingly, quite easy to grow.While many people associate sweet po­tatoes ...

Herbs should be planted in pots that are at least a half-gallon in size. Dwarf cultivars like cabbage, lettuces and peas can grow best in 2-gallon containers. Dwarf carrots, peppers and tomatoes ...

Traditional wisdom says plant pots need drainage holes. Instead, you could experiment with using houseplants that might ...

Growing plants in containers is a great way to maximize gardening space. Grow plants inside, on the front porch or anywhere else, which works great for apartment and condo dwellers who could grow ...

For those dreaming of a vibrant spring display, now is the opportune moment to get bulbs into the ground. Bulbs promise a ...

“Bamboo takes the top spot among container disasters,” says Andy Wu, founder of Backyard Oasis. “The rhizome grows with such ...

Some perennials aren't suited for the container life. While they can grow in pots, they'll thrive if planted in the ground.

Choose larger-sized containers. The larger the container, the more choices you have of vegetables to grow, production is generally higher, and you don’t have to water as often.