You don’t need a backyard. You don’t need a plot at the community garden. You don’t even need to dedicate that much time.

Even the most beautifully planned garden can benefit from a few well-placed container plants. Pots and planters add flexibility, personality, and instant impact—no digging required. Containers make it ...

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As outdoor spaces have shrunk and the pace of life has become much faster than it used to be, new types of gardens have had to emerge. The best landscapes now aren’t measured in square footage or ...

A patio filled with fragrance can enhance an outdoor space. One flower stands out for its powerful scent and ability to perfume the air with just a few plants.

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Are you short on gardening space? Looking for the best container plants for full sun or partial sun? Consider growing these pint-sized hybrids bred for edible success, some of the best vegetables for ...

Winter may not be the most aerobic season for a gardener, but the index finger gets a good workout as the catalogues arrive in the mail. They’re irresistible to flip through, with their bright colors ...

CORVALLIS, Ore. – Many vegetables grow well in containers located on a patio, porch, balcony or windowsill, so don't let lack of yard space keep you from gardening this spring and summer. Limited ...

Fe Reyes-Dollete and Roldolfo Dollete’s patio container garden grew out of desperation. For 30 years the couple, who are both physicians, tried to grow flowers and vegetables on their suburban ...

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 ...

If it's time for a patio update -- either because you want privacy or need a refreshed oasis -- there's a simple, budget-friendly planting method that can help.