Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. In ...

Richard Jauron and Greg Wallace Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Container gardens are an excellent way to grow plants in limited spaces. Here are some questions about containers and ...

If you want to have success in container gardening, start with a good potting mix. Pre-mixed commercial varieties sold at nurseries can work well, but if you're a DIY type, you might want to mix your ...

Before you fill your next container, consider if you should sterilize the potting soil first.

Container plants are nearing the season’s end. Gardeners will soon be discarding colorful annuals and potted vegetables. Meanwhile, houseplants enjoying a summer vacation in the garden or porch need ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Bryan Gardener When shopping at your local gardening center or plant nursery, you'll probably come upon hefty bags of potting soil ...

Think of your indoor and outdoor plants a little bit like Goldilocks: They need a just-right potting mix or soil to help them really thrive. And although the words “potting mix” and “potting soil” are ...

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 ...