Container Gardens
Gardening in pots doesn’t need to be limited to growing houseplants. There are many types of container gardens you can grow. Everything from container water gardens to vegetable container gardening is possible. With our container garden ideas, you’ll find information on a number of plants for containers and how to grow them. Container gardening is one of the easiest methods for growing plants and are great for gardening in small spaces. Keep reading to learn more about growing plants in containers.
Container Gardens
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10 Fall Flowers For Front Porch Decor
By Amy Draiss Last updated
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How To Wrap Potted Plants For Winter
Cold weather’s just around the corner. Grab some burlap and bubble wrap and bundle up your potted plants for winter.
By Susan Albert Published
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Grow A Spring Container Vegetable Garden
Growing vegetables in pots is an easy way to raise fresh produce at home, especially in small spaces. Read on to find out how.
By Laura Walters Last updated
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Grow These 12 Natives Anywhere With Containers
What are the best native plants for growing in pots? Click here for our top 12.
By Mary Ellen Ellis Published
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8 Common Container Gardening Mistakes To Avoid
Container gardening isn't the same as growing in the garden. Click here to learn how to avoid the 8 common container gardening mistakes.
By Amy Grant Published
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Common Pot Filler Materials
To learn how to fill deep planters and what makes good container filler materials, click here.
By Mary Ellen Ellis Published
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Hydroponic Gardening Indoors
Hydroponic gardening is one of the best ways to grow fresh vegetables year round. Hydroponic gardening is simply a means of growing plants without soil. Learn more in this article.
By Nikki Tilley Last updated
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Growing With Aeroponics: What Is Aeroponics
Aeroponics is a great alternative for growing plants in small spaces, especially indoors. Aeroponics is similar to hydroponics but somewhat different. Learn more about this form of container gardening in this article.
By Nikki Tilley Last updated
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Self Watering Indoor Garden: How Do You Use A Smart Garden
What is a smart garden? How do you use a smart garden, or does it just do it all? Learn more about indoor smart gardens in this article.
By Amy Grant Last updated
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Christmas Thriller Filler Spiller: How To Plant A Holiday Container
Winter planter ideas, like holiday thriller-filler-spiller displays, are fun ways to make the home look festive and cheerful. Learn more here.
By Tonya Barnett Last updated
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Cleaning Used Flower Pots: How To Clean A Container
If you've accumulated a large collection of pots and planters, you're probably thinking about reusing them for next year. Read here for tips on washing pots before planting so you can grow healthy plants.
By Anne Baley Last updated
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Downspout Garden Planters – Plant A Rain Gutter Container Garden
A downspout planter box acts like a small rain garden and makes the area around a downspout more attractive. Click here for planter ideas.
By Mary Ellen Ellis Last updated
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Fish Tank Herb Garden – Growing Herbs In An Old Aquarium
If you have an empty aquarium taking up space in your basement or garage, put it to use by turning it into an aquarium herb garden. Learn more here.
By Mary H. Dyer Last updated
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Winter Windowsill Garden - Foods To Grow On A Windowsill In Winter
You don't have to give up on the joys of gardening as soon as it turns cold outside. A winter windowsill garden will bring a smile to your face during those long, cold days. Learn more here.
By Susan Patterson Last updated
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Ideas For Broken Pot Planters – Tips On Making Cracked Pot Gardens
Even if it can't do the same job it did when it was whole, there's no need to throw it away. Broken flower pot gardens give new life to old pots and can make for very interesting displays. Learn more about how to make a garden from broken pots here.
By Liz Baessler Last updated
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Planting Shoe Organizer Gardens: Tips On Vertical Gardening In A Shoe Organizer
Are you a crafter who loves everything DIY? Or perhaps you're a frustrated gardener living in an apartment with little outdoor space? This idea is perfect for either of you: gardening with vertical planters. Click here to learn more.
By Amy Grant Last updated
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Winter Patio Plants - Growing Outdoor Winter Containers
Livening up the patio is a great way to fight winter blues. Once you have the right plants, it’s easy. Click here for some ideas for patio plants in winter.
By Bonnie L. Grant Last updated