I live in an apartment with an incredibly shady so-called backyard: a 10-by-15-foot expanse of dirty concrete tucked behind my driveway. I’ve always wanted a big garden, but, unless a demolition crew ...

DIY Flower Pots from Used Plastic Bottles!!

Learn how to cast beautiful flower pots using a simple vegetable basket as a mold! This DIY project turns everyday items into stylish garden planters in just a few easy steps.

Do you have an abundance of soup cans that you’re not sure what to do with? Have you ever seen those flower planters some people make out of tin cans? Or maybe you’ve seen people use them to separate ...

Choosing flower and plant combinations for outdoor pots isn't just about picking the prettiest ones; all of the species should work together and create a blend of color, contrast, and texture for that ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. In ...

Want more spring blooms? Pots and containers are a wonderful way to bring a splash of color to your yard. Not only do they add more variety to your flora, but they can also be moved to areas of the ...

Don't limit yourself when it comes to container gardening. If you like flowers in your containers - plant them. If you want a potted vegetable garden - do it. But if you want to be trendy this year, ...

David Kuchta, Ph.D. has 10 years of experience in gardening and has read widely in environmental history and the energy transition. An environmental activist since the 1970s, he is also a historian, ...

Growing colorful flowers and even some vegetables in pots, tubs or hanging baskets is nothing new, but changing lifestyles have stimulated new interest in the idea. Whether you have a spacious garden ...

Transform your patio, porch, or garden into a soothing retreat by growing these fragrant plants in pots and containers. From the sweet smell of gardenias and dianthus to the citrusy-spicy scent of ...