With container gardening, it's surprisingly easy to slip into unsustainable practices—here's how to keep it green. Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, ...

Large planters make dramatic additions to any backyard, whether flanking the entrance to your home or acting as a focal point in your garden’s design. They can certainly give a ‘wow’ factor, but ...

This planter works for areas in part sun/part shade. There are white caladium plus rose and lime green coleus in the back. Filling out the container are dragon wing pink begonia, blue torenia, ...

Asparagus is a perennial vegetable that produces a harvest for over a decade when properly cared for. It just needs the right ...

To prevent weeds from growing into your garden bed, lay an organic base layer that will drain well when you water your garden. Cardboard, newspapers or paper bags are great choices. Use a few ...

Add a bit of seasonal beauty to your front steps, window boxes, and other outdoor spaces with winter containers. Fill them ...

What’s not to love about Colorado fall weather? Warm days and cool nights are perfect for checking out the changing colors in the high country. Pack a lunch, hike some trails and let nature inspire ...

Kuziki/Getty Images Succulent container gardens add just the right touch of sculptural interest and natural life to a space. In a matter of minutes, you can create your own customized little garden, ...

The secret’s out of the bag: Grow bags make great garden containers. Soil is the literal foundation of a healthy garden. Most container gardeners prefer a mix of ⅓ compost, ⅓ vermiculite, and ⅓ peat ...

If you like what fresh herbs can do for your food, you’ll love having them at your fingertips. These Mason jar gardens are attractive, easy to make and small enough to fit on a kitchen windowsill.

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 ...