Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Potted plants in containers Brightening a shady spot on your property (and by “shady,” we mean an area that receives less than 6 ...

If you live in an urban area you probably have plenty of under-utilized shady spaces that can be improved by introducing plants that thrive in these conditions. While shade-loving plants for ...

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You can grow berries in containers in small spaces, and here an experienced horticulturist discusses the five easiest berries for a deck, balcony, or patio ...

Think of these container recipes like planting for the future.

Looking for some shade loving, beautiful plants to place in containers and window boxes? Consider begonias and impatiens for their gorgeous flowers along with caladiums and coleus for their colorful ...

Punch up your pots when the temperature rises with these styles. Plus, browse tried-and-true species to fill out your outdoor oasis. Midsummer is when containers can really stand out. Perennials in ...

How pots filled with annuals, grasses, herbs and more can transform any outdoor space King Louis XIV famously grew orange trees in the wooden boxes known as Versailles planters, but you don’t have to ...

If you live in an apartment or condominium with limited space for plantings, container gardening is a good option. Here are plants, timing and ideas to consider. A few general recommendations: The ...