Spruce up fading summer pots and transition them into a stunning fall display by adding these gorgeous fast-growing plants ...

Crape myrtles fall under the genus Lagerstroemia and boast lots of attractive features, from large flower clusters in soft or dramatic hues to bright fall leaves and interesting shedding bark that ...

Raised beds look fantastic in a garden, but they also come with lumber, brackets, soil, measuring, digging, and the small ...

I plan on trying to add some containers to my garden this year and would like some advice on how to be successful. — Anita Singh, Park Ridge Containers planted with annuals can add a lot of interest ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... 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 ...

Our picks of beautiful plants for pots in September. Use these to transition a tired container garden and provide color, ...

Many gardeners choose to raise plants in containers or in raised beds. Those with limited gardening space and those who love patio accents find that containers fit the bill. Those with poor soil or ...

Material, color, and size all matter when striving for optimal plant growth. Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She ...

Much frustration surrounds growing plants in containers outdoors, probably due to exaggerated expectations. If you want safety where container planting is concerned, confine your choices to cacti and ...

Expansive, in-ground flowerbeds and vegetable gardens aren’t for everyone. Maybe you want to grow just a few plants — either because of limited space or a desire for a minimal gardening commitment. Or ...