Garden lovers without sprawling lawns or flower beds are being urged to embrace the joys of container gardening. Planting in pots is not only space-efficient, but also a creative, low-commitment way ...

We all know that plants need sunlight to survive, but what if that's precisely the thing your backyard is lacking? The cheery sight of some bright and colorful potted flowers might just be the perfect ...

Pots and containers offer a superb alternative to planting in the ground. This is especially true in areas of your garden that have little or no soil, like wooden decks, concrete patios, and small, ...

If you want to grow flowers but don't have a garden or want to add a focal point or pop of color to your landscape, grab a container. Almost every type of flowering annual and most perennials can be ...

Few things can beat fresh flowers livening up your home's exterior with fragrant aromas and attractive blooms. If you don't have ample amounts of yard space to accommodate raised garden beds or rows ...

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, ...