Native plants are the new darlings of the landscaping world, which is shifting its focus from ornamentals to building habitat to help hummingbirds, butterflies, bees and other beneficial pollinators ...

Container gardening isn’t just for vegetables. Growing flowers in containers offers a versatile method of adding color around your yard. Whether you live in an apartment, have limited space, are new ...

Looking to refresh your yard without waiting forever for results? Fast-growing plants can give your home a burst of color and ...

If you’ve ever dreamed of a gorgeous yard but can’t stand the idea of spending your weekends covered in dirt, you’re not ...

Gardens come in all forms, including setting up a layered array of pots and planters. Fill them with long-blooming, colorful ...

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Having relocated from the Midwest to the Pacific Northwest 12 years ago, I was genuinely astonished to see folks cultivating perennials, shrubs and trees in pots, confidently letting them brave the ...

For plenty of colorful petals all through your garden, plant primrose! These water-loving plants appreciate some morning sun ...

Being creative when choosing containers for your houseplants can add to the decor of a room, but make sure the pot is appropriate for the plant. Almost any container can be used for potting plants, as ...

I confess, I enjoy hand-watering some of my plants. Most of my containers are hand-watered. I find the time it takes to water them relaxing, and I take the opportunity to check on my plants and see ...