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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Want a Gorgeous Container Garden on a Budget? Here’s Where to Save (and Where to Splurge!)
You absolutely don't have to fork out a fortune on your new container garden, so long as you follow our advice...
By Kayleigh Dray
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These Unique Air Pruning Pots Could Be the Secret to Bigger, Healthier Container Plants
Air pruning pots encourage stronger root systems and faster growth — here’s why gardeners are swapping traditional containers for these clever designs.
By Allie Kerkhoff
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DIY Greenhouse Ideas That Will Take Your Garden to the Next Level – Plus, the Best Kits to Buy Online
A DIY greenhouse takes a bit of planning, but building a place to keep growing during the cold months can take your garden to the next level.
By Amy Grant
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Hugelkultur Garden Beds – How to Build Log-Filled Raised Beds
Recycle woody debris into productive raised beds that retain moisture, improve drainage, and build fertile soil over time.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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9 Best Hanging Planters for Vertical Displays – Super Stylish Picks That Make Your Plants Pop
If you want containers for dazzling hanging baskets, you don't have to settle for boring plastic tubs. These high-performing hanging planter ideas show that vertical gardening is getting a stylish upgrade
By Janey Goulding
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Want to Add a Greenhouse to a Small Garden? Designers Say This is the Trick That Makes it Work
Even if your yard is on the smaller side, there's ways to make a greenhouse work. Here's the secret, as recommended by garden design experts.
By Ciéra Cree
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My Russian Doll Trick Protects Potted Plants From Winter Freezes – And It Couldn’t Be Easier
Late winter is a lottery no gardener wants to lose. Discover how the ancient magic of nesting Russian dolls offers the perfect thermal defense for vulnerable potted plants
By Janey Goulding
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Gardeners Are Using This DIY Terracotta Pot Hack to Heat Their Greenhouses – But Does It Actually Work?
The viral clay pot heater hack is taking the internet and greenhouses by storm, but does this DIY trick really work? A scientist turned gardener weighs in.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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The Winter Watering Mistake Killing Your Container Plants
Don't let your containers die of thirst this January. Look for these crucial windows when watering is essential, and avoid this fatal mistake.
By Tyler Schuster
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When Record Rain Exposed a Drainage Problem in My Yard, These Easy Fixes Made a Big Difference
By Allie Kerkhoff
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This IKEA Hack Turns Cabinets Into Stylish Mini Greenhouses – Here's How to Make Them Work for Your Plants
A mini greenhouse can create a microclimate that will keep your houseplants happy and healthy. Learn how to use a stylish IKEA cabinet to help your plants.
By Kathleen Walters
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How to Stop Your Potted Plants From Freezing – 5 Easy Container Insulation Tricks
Don't leave your potted plants out in the cold. Actually, DO leave them out in the cold, but keep them toasty with these 5 insulation tricks.
By Tyler Schuster
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How to Create Winter-Proof Window Boxes That Shine All Season Long – Zero Maintenance Required!
These window box ideas are bursting with winter beauty – and there's so easy to copy! Here's how to create your own boxes that will add sparkle all winter long.
By Teo Spengler
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Want the Prettiest Holiday Pots on the Block? This Pro Trick for Gorgeous Christmas Planters Needs Just 3 Easy Elements
Forget throwing random greens into a pot this holiday season. The thriller filler spiller method is the foolproof recipe you need! Discover which common holiday elements play the starring roles for sophisticated Christmas planters
By Teo Spengler
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These Cute Indoor Growing Kits are Fab for First-Timers And On Sale - Beginner Hydroponics Has Never Been Easier (Or Cheaper!)
From countertop pods to chic vertical water stations, these water culture kits make hydroponics for beginners a clean and simple affair. Meet some gorgeous home growing game-changers
By Janey Goulding
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I’ve Tracked Down 6 Stylish Terracotta Pots That Won’t Crack This Winter – and They're On Sale for As Little As $20
Looking for terracotta that survives winter? These stylish, frost-proof pots are on sale for Black Friday – and I found the best ones worth buying.
By Melanie Griffiths
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I Stopped Waiting for Spring! This $35 Pop-Up Greenhouse Lets Me Keep Gardening Outdoors All Winter Long
Don't let budget or space stop you from growing the garden of your dreams! I'm buying this mini pop-up greenhouse and gardening all through the winter.
By Laura Walters

