Growing plants in containers is a great way to get a headstart on the gardening season before spring arrives. Whether you want to add a dose of cheerful colour to your garden or front door, the key is ...

Alpine strawberries (Fragaria vesca)—also called wild or woodland strawberries—are big bursts of flavor in tiny packages. Unlike other types of strawberries, they produce new fruit all summer long, so ...

Container gardening opens the door to growing beautiful, healthy plants without needing a large yard to do it. Whether you're living in an apartment, condo, or a home with only a small patio or ...

There are about as many reasons to grow plants in containers as there are containers to grow plants in. Container gardening can satisfy whimsy or necessity, and often both at once. The benefits of ...

Many gardeners lack the space for traditional gardens but can grow vegetables and herbs in containers. Choose compact, bush or patio plant varieties specifically bred for growing in smaller pots.