1. Locate your garden so it receives at least six hours of sun a day. 2. Choose containers with dark-colored interiors to give an impression of greater depth and to discourage algae growth. 3.Use ...

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, ...

These small ecosystems add color to your yard and improve biodiversity. Xavi Talleda / Getty Images A container water garden allows you to bring new plants and wildlife into your backyard in a way ...

Friends on the island of Kauai, where we vacation every winter, inspired me to experiment with a container water garden last summer. My three friends have very different potted ponds but their Zone 11 ...

You can buy such containers easily or create your own with upcycled materials. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at ...

Spring is in full swing, and that means temperatures are rising and tank-tops, shorts, and flip-flops are the preferred attire. As highs reach steadily into the mid to upper 90s, any outdoor activity ...

Growing flowers and vegetables in containers will allow you to expand planting space, grow plants right outside your door and elevate them for easier access and maintenance. Unlike growing in the ...

Repurposed garden containers made from household items are a great way to add personality and points of interest to your ...