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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Container Plant Watering: How Much And How Often To Water Potted Plants
It is often difficult to gauge how much water for container garden plants is necessary. Get tips and hints to determine when to water container plants here.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Dish Garden Plants: Tips For Designing A Dish Garden
Plants in a dish garden are an excellent way to bring nature inside. In any shallow, open container, a thriving and eye-pleasing ecosystem can be created. This article will help get you started.
By Susan Patterson
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Proper Soil Mix For Evergreen Container Plants And Trees
Using evergreen container plants is an excellent way to add winter interest. But what types of soil do these plants require? This article will help with that. Click here to get more information.
By Heather Rhoades
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Metal Plant Containers: Growing Plants In Galvanized Containers
Growing plants in galvanized containers is a great way to get into container gardening. So how do you go about growing plants in galvanized containers? Learn more about planting in galvanized steel containers in this article.
By Liz Baessler
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Evergreens For Pots: Best Evergreen Plants For Containers
Looking outside at your barren or snow-covered garden in the dead of winter can be disheartening. The placement of a few evergreens in containers on your patio will look good all year. Learn more about container grown evergreens here.
By Liz Baessler
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Growing Plants In Plastic Containers: Can You Grow Plants In Plastic Pots Safely
Container gardening is the answer for small plots or urbanites. However, we hear more and more concerning the safety of plastics in regards to our health. So, when growing plants in plastic containers, are they really safe to use? Read more here.
By Amy Grant
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How To Grow Container Trees
For those of us with little yards or none at all, having a tree in the ground is simply not an option. Planting a tree in a container is, however. Take a look at how to choose and grow container trees in this article.
By Heather Rhoades
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Balcony Planter Ideas - Containers For Balcony Gardens
You can find nearly endless balcony planter ideas. However, determining which balcony containers are ideal for your specific needs can sometimes feel quite difficult. Read on for help.
By Tonya Barnett
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How To Keep Containers Cool - The Secret To Cool Potted Plants
Hot, drying winds, soaring temperatures and blazing sunshine can take a huge toll on outdoor potted plants during the summer months. Read on for tips on keeping containers cool.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Guide To Fall And Winter Container Gardening
Does the cold weather mean you don't want to trek all the way to the garden? No problem! Just do some fall container gardening and keep your cold weather plants within reach. Click this article to learn more about container gardening in cold weather.
By Liz Baessler
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What Is A Bottomless Pot For - Bottomless Plant Containers
Bottomless container gardening is a great way to unleash those pent-up roots in your plant containers. Read on to learn more.
By Susan Albert
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DIY Container Irrigation - Container Irrigation Systems
Deciding on the best method of container plant irrigation is a real challenge, and there are several ways to go. Read on to learn more.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Weeds In Containers: How To Stop Planter Weeds
Container garden weeds can pop up from time to time, despite our best efforts to prevent them. Read on as we explore how to control and prevent weeds in potted plants.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Warm Climate Container Gardening - Hot Weather Container Plants
Growing plants in containers can be a challenge for those who live in warm climates. Follow these tips to ensure that your potted plants will make a beautiful statement all summer.
By Susan Albert
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Broken Planter Ideas: Mending A Broken Flower Pot
Many gardeners have a favorite planting container and it is a huge loss when it cracks or breaks. Read on for container repair ideas.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Can I Use Garden Soil In Containers: Topsoil In Containers
Can I use garden soil in containers? This is a common question. Unfortunately, there are many good reasons not to try it. Here's why:
By Laura Miller
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Vegetables For Hanging Baskets: Growing Vegetables In A Hanging Basket
An easy way to garden in a small space is to grow vegetables for hanging baskets. The following article will provide tips on how to do this successfully.
By Bonnie L. Grant