Melinda Myers, a horticulturist and gardening expert, describes this ornamental grass as a compact version of the native ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Vivien Killilea via Getty Images Container plants are fantastic for decorating a patio or ...

Container gardens offer instant gratification to those who want to enjoy flowers and plants all summer long. Fill a pot with soil, pick your plants and voila! The payoff comes in having a beautiful ...

Starting a vegetable garden at home is easier than you think. No need to be intimidated. Instead, just reach for an egg ...

Dark pots are an easy way to give a little extra heat to plants that need it. Watch your watering, and your garden will ...

Even if you’ve got a beautifully designed garden, there are plenty of reasons to add plants in containers to your home. You ...

As outdoor spaces have shrunk and the pace of life has become much faster than it used to be, new types of gardens have had to emerge. The best landscapes now aren’t measured in square footage or ...

Are you short on gardening space? Looking for the best container plants for full sun or partial sun? Consider growing these pint-sized hybrids bred for edible success, some of the best vegetables for ...

Many gardeners may not have the space or desire to cultivate an extensive in-ground garden where they can grow their favorite flowers or vegetables. Residents of condominiums, apartments and ...

1. If you have a patio or deck, you may be considering adorning it with potted plants. The problem with containerized plants on concrete or wood surfaces is the stains that they create. To prevent ...

It doesn’t matter what size garden you have, or even if you have a garden at all: Container arrangements make sense for many people. Even the tiniest porch or apartment balcony can accommodate a ...

Like all obsessions, this one started small and gradually took on a life of its own. Partly it’s because I enjoy visual complexity, a good thing because collecting tendencies entice me to bring home ...