These gorgeous fast-growing fall flowers make containers shine from now until the autumn turns into winter.

Hostas like shady spots, needs lots of water, and are at risk of being eaten by slugs. Does that mean container planting is an option for these plants?

Perennials are a wonderful way to bring color to your garden year after year, whether it's a sprig of lavender or a cluster of chrysanthemums. However, for many, growing flowers and vegetables in ...

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — When selecting perennials for container gardening, it's important to choose plants that thrive well in confined spaces, maintain their beauty throughout the growing season, and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. pots of hostas in garden Make the most of shady outside spaces by choosing container plants that will thrive in these conditions.

Not every perennial is meant for a container—and even seasoned gardeners can be surprised by which ones struggle! While container planting has its perks (like easy portability), it can also restrict ...

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, ...

Question: I want to get started early with my container flower plantings, but the weather has been so cold that I’m worried about possible frost damage. Also, what can I do to keep my containers from ...

As you prepare your landscape for winter don’t overlook the trees, shrubs and perennials you have growing in containers. These need a bit of extra protection to help them survive cold winter ...

Answer: Make sure that your containers all have drainage holes. If you are reusing last year’s soil, loosen it with a hand trowel all the way to the bottom. Some people prefer to dump old soil into ...

As you prepare your landscape for winter, donâ t overlook the trees, shrubs and perennials you have growing in containers. These need a bit of extra protection to help them survive cold winter ...