Special Gardens
What are special gardens? These are gardens with something specific in mind. Here you will find tips for the special needs gardener, gardening with children and those just starting out. In addition, you will learn more about growing specific types of gardens like xeriscape designs, color themes, seaside gardens, organic gardening, urban gardening and using containers in the garden. From how to design them to their overall care, these special gardens have something for everyone. So, if you’re looking for something specific, it’s likely here.
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Balcony Containers: 15 Best Flowering And Cropping Plants For Balcony Growing
Although balconies can be challenging spaces, there are plenty of ornamentals and edibles you can cultivate. Here are the best 15 plants for balcony growing
By Susan Albert
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6 Clever Self-Watering Plant Pot Ideas To Take The Stress Out Of Watering
Keep your indoor and outdoor plants hydrated with these easy, low-effort planter ideas – perfect for vacations, busy lifestyles, and forgetful gardeners.
By Ellen Wells
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Fairy Garden Containers: Bring A Little Magic To Your Yard With A Container Garden For Fairies!
Any garden space, large or small, can find a little room for enchantment. Find out how to create your own fairy garden containers to add some magic to your yard
By Susan Albert
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Gorgeous Thriller Filler Spiller Ideas: 7 Tried & True Container Combinations For Any Garden
If you haven’t tried the classic thriller filler spiller planting design with your container gardening, now’s your chance! These thriller filler spiller ideas will make pots perfect
By Tonya Barnett
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How To Create A Layered Garden – Landscape Design Principles For Every Gardener
A layered garden will take your landscape to the next level. For both vertical and horizontal eye appeal, as well as seasonal interest, try this method.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Low Maintenance Patio Plants For Containers: 12 Easiest Potted Plants For Terraces, Patios & Decks
Do you have a patio, deck or courtyard, and want low maintenance containers that deliver instant garden wins? Here are 12 of the easiest potted plants for patios
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Looking For Full Sun Container Plants? Try These Gorgeous Plant Combos And Themes
There are plenty of heat-tolerant plants that thrive in containers – but if you’re stuck for ideas, these full sun container plants and planting ideas will help get you started
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Looking For Blue Garden Design Inspiration? Try These 8 Plants For A Super Cool Garden
Embrace some of the coolest flowers and foliage around with blue garden design, as we reveal the design ideas and plants that can add a fresh new look to your space
By Teo Spengler
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Creative Ideas For Plant Containers: 7 Ways To Save Money And Add Charm To A Garden
If you are looking for great ways to add personality to your container gardening – and even save yourself some money – then try these creative ideas for plant containers
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Ultimate Potted Flowers For Spring: 8 Brilliant Blooming Options for Spring Containers
Celebrate the most uplifting of seasons with the most dazzling container flowers imaginable. Here, we present some of the loveliest potted flowers for spring…
By Tonya Barnett
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Best Trees For Containers: Create A Potted Grove On Your Porch With These 8 Compact Varieties
We may not always think of trees as being obvious candidates for pots, but there are a few that not only thrive but flourish. Here are some of the best trees for containers
By Teo Spengler
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Best Plants For Container Gardening: Try These 10 Easy Ornamental And Edible Options For Pots
Gardening with pots is a quick way to make more of smaller spaces – but which edibles and ornamentals are right? Here are some of the best plants for container gardening
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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DIY Cloche Ideas For Frost Protection In The Garden
Extend the growing season into early spring and late fall with an easy, DIY garden cloche. These simple ideas can yield benefits for gardens of all sizes.
By Susan Albert
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How To Grow A Cut Flower Container Garden – For Gorgeous Fresh Blooms Even In Small Spaces
Cut flower cultivation may bring to mind tall, statuesque plants in beds and borders – but you can also grow a cut flower container garden for bold blooms in smaller spaces
By Tonya Barnett
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Cheap Container Vegetable Gardening Ideas To Save Money And Maximize Space And Harvests
Keen to grow potted crops but looking to save money? Let these cheap container vegetable gardening ideas inspire you and free up funds this gardening year
By Bonnie L. Grant
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5 Sensational Succulent Arrangement Ideas For A Showstopping Container Anyone Can Try
Few things are guaranteed with gardening, but the combination of succulents with pots is an easy win. Here are some of the best succulent arrangement ideas to try
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Elevate Your Flower Power: 10 Best Flowers For Hanging Baskets
Whether you’re after styling up a patio with a medley of color or practical ways to conceal a drab wall, here are some of the best flowers for hanging baskets…
By Tonya Barnett