Basil is my go-to summer herb. Its iconic aroma reminds me of summer, and it is the perfect container garden herb. Believe it or not, basil is a member of the mint family! We love pesto! We make big batches of this basil recipe and freeze it in ice cube trays. Then we can eat ...
When choosing a location for your container garden, it’s important to have the right temperature and light for your plants. Some plants flourish more when they’re in a relatively hot and sunny space, while others grow better when there’s more shade. This guide lists down thebest pot pla...
Herbs are generally low-maintenance, requiring minimal watering and care compared to other garden plants. With their culinary versatility, space-saving nature, and ease of cultivation, herbs are a rewarding addition to any container garden, providing both practical and sensory benefits for gardeners. ...
A container garden can comprise almost any plant or a combination. Discover how to create the most colorful containers for every spot in your landscape, whether you'd like to fill them with flowers, grow tasty vegetables, or experiment with larger plants
Try unique garden planters such as galvanized metal buckets, old milk cans, washtubs, teapots, roasting pans, or watering cans Here are two ways to make gardening in containers more convenient: One, put planters on casters, or rolling plant caddies, to make them super-easy to move. Two, ...
Container gardening really isn’t all that different from gardening in the ground. However, it is important to know the subtle differences to be aware of if you are hoping for a lush, productive container garden. Watering—Plants that are grown in pots will need more frequent watering than in...
4) Watering Checking your vegetable container garden should be part of your everyday routine. This will be especially true in warmer summer months and when your plants are just starting. Daily watering may be necessary. Depending on the container size and type and your temps, you might not ne...
DIY Self-Watering Containers 1. DIY Wicking Bed A wicking bed container garden is a simple, ingenious, and space-saving alternative to growing plants in the garden, as most people do. It saves water and also provides the proper moisture to plants. Check out theDIY tutorial video!
They will need a big drink of water, so a watering can will do for one or two pots, but you will need thebest garden hoseto tackle a whole container garden. For low admin watering, trycreating your own self watering system. 8. Repotting ...
Portable, reusable, and self-watering. Makes container gardening simple and fun. Grow indoors, outdoors, in natural light or artificial light.