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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Foodscaping Ideas For Containers – How To Try Edible Landscaping In Even The Smallest Spaces
Grow edibles and ornamentals together even if you don't have a big garden. Try foodscaping in containers this year!
By Amy Grant
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10 Beautiful Window Box Ideas For Flowers And Edibles
Plant a window box to boost growing space and curb appeal. From romantic, abundant flowers to a mini kitchen garden, these designs will bring your home's exterior to life.
By Melanie Griffiths
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Best Fruits And Vegetables To Grow In Hanging Baskets
Want to grow edibles but looking to make a splash? Try hanging baskets!
By Amy Grant
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How To Grow All Your Vegetables In A 5-Gallon Bucket
Ever heard of a bucket garden? Lots of gardeners with limited space have great success growing vegetables in 5-gallon buckets on a balcony, porch, deck, or lanai.
By Susan Patterson
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This Expert Trick To Stop Terracotta Pots Cracking Is So Simple: Winterize Your Pots Now
Terracotta pots are such a classic garden staple. However, they are vulnerable to cracking in the frost. Take steps to winterize them now.
By Melanie Griffiths
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10 Fall Flowers For Front Porch Decor
By Amy Draiss
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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
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Best Spring Vegetables to Grow In Pots: 3 Veggies To Plant In Pots For An Early Harvest
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
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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
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Best Planter Filler Materials To Help You Save On Soil
To learn how to fill deep planters and what makes good container filler materials, click here.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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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
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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
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DIY Herb Carton Planters: Growing Herbs In Milk Cartons
Making a milk carton herb garden is a great way to combine recycling with the love of gardening. Click here for ideas.
By Laura Miller
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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
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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
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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
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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