Container Gardening

Vegetables for container gardens are readily available. Almost any vegetable that will grow in the backyard can be grown in a container. Some require more space or time investment when grown in a container, but there are many vegetable…

A Fuchsia standard is an outstanding tree when displayed in your container garden. I should explain that standard is the horticultural term for any non-tree plant that is trained to grow as a tree. As a guideline, it takes at least 18…

Spring is underway and the cheery spring bulbs are in full bloom. As they finish their season, we find we miss them, and quickly replace them with other flowers. The season for bulbs however, is not over yet. It's time to plant some summer…

Planting tomatoes in containers is by far the most popular method of enjoying a fresh, sun ripened tomato for most gardeners with limited space. Of all the vegetables grown in home gardens, tomatoes by far lead the list of most planted…

When planting a garden container, your first thoughts should be about cleaning and sanitizing the pot. Many of you may think, "Why? I'm just going to fill this container with dirt." Number one, for aesthetic reasons alone, you want your pot…

Plant a water garden as a spring project and enjoy the cooling look and sound of water throughout the hot summer months. When I started this article, I had no idea it would be so long. I've broken this down into 3 parts, so if you haven't…

Plant nutrient deficiencies are often mistaken for diseases and insects. However, oftentimes the plant is lacking nutrients that can be replaced by regular fertilizing. What fertilizer to use is as important as having a regular feeding…

Plant a window box following these instructions and you will have plants blooming for the entire growing season. Nothing does more to add color and character to a home than colorful, beautifully blooming window boxes. Even new container…

More herbs for container gardens - a continuation of a previous listing. There's nothing like an herb container garden just outside the kitchen door to inspire a chef and bring out the creativity of a gourmet. Whether your container…

When locating your container garden, you are restricted by only 2 things, your available space and your imagination. So carefully evaluate your property. View it as if you were seeing it for the first time. If you were thinking about…