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Planting Spring-Blooming Bulbs in Containers

When I plant containers of bulbs in the fall, I’m thinking of the color and drama they will add to the following spring’s landscape. Not only will these planted pots…

Four Container Planting Ideas for Autumn

These recipes hold up even as temperatures go down

Using Containers as a Design Element

Careful and considered placement can add a sense of coherence to a garden

Planting Trees and Shrubs the Right Way

Packaging determines how to put your new purchase in the ground

How to Grow Tomatoes in Containers

When my husband retired from the Navy and we set about gardening on Florida’s panhandle, tomatoes were high on our list of things to grow. We tried valiantly to rise…

How to Plant Alliums

Here are a few things you need to remember when planting alliums: - Plant them in the fall. - Get the root side down, with the pointy end up. -…

Plant Spring Containers Months in Advance

Fall is the time to plant bulbs, and they look amazing in garden beds and borders. Yet did you ever think you could plant your bulbs in containers before the…

Never Forget a Plant’s Name Again

As a gardener, you may find yourself forgetting what plants you put into your containers. It’s even more frustrating when you want to replant them but can’t remember what they…

A Simple Way To Start Seeds Indoors

If you’re looking for a simple, inexpensive way to start seeds inside your home, look no further. In this video, gardener Ruth Dobsevage demonstrates her unassuming yet effective seed-starting technique. …

Planting Roses