Hypertufa containers are porous, rock-like planters that you can make at home. The basic ingredients include Portland cement, peat moss, and either vermiculite or perlite. Mix the dry ingredients ...

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 ...

Q.: What kind of flowers can I plant on my patio, in containers? My husband and I are in Germany (formerly from Millington) and each year we like to try something new. In the past, I have planted ...

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 ...

From overwatering to using the wrong soil, these missteps could be sabotaging your garden. Container gardening is a wonderful way to bring interest to patios, porches, balconies, and other areas of ...

Stepping outside to a burst of sweet, spicy fragrance mixed with delicate, fringed petals in shades of pink and rose is a wonderful experience on any patio or balcony. Dianthus gratianopolitanus, also ...

Cut twine or string into 8 equal lengths of approximately 24-34 inches (depending on how large your container is). Knot the ends. Lay out the string on a flat surface and divide the 8 strings into 4 ...

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 ...

People who live somewhere with ample outdoor space may have the room to spread out and make an in-ground garden—instead of being limited to planters like city-dwellers—but gardening in containers ...

Though the temperatures begin to drop around October, there are lots of fall flowers for pots and containers that create a beautiful garden or front door scene. There's no better way to add vibrancy ...