If you are able to grow multiple blueberry plants, you should stick with just one plant per container to avoid overcrowding and competition. You can, however, position your planters near each other. Blueberries like to have other blueberries nearby, as this will help with cross-pollination. Ho...
You can use these convenient bulbs in any lamp to place them close to your plants to provide bright light directly to the plant and create an attractive growing space for the plants in your bathroom. Usethese bulbs to provide natural, bright lightto your plants. Keeping a grow light bulb o...
All of this takes into effect when caring for your rose. Some may do great in the winter as others may die because of the harsh conditions. Things to know is the fertilizer to use, how much water does the rose need and, how to keep it healthy and away from pests or diseases. Keepin...
The Almanac Garden Planner - Use It Free for 7 Days! Plan your 2025 garden with our award-winning Garden Planner. Try Now Zucchini is known to be staggeringly productive. But there are some pitfalls, such as poor pollination and pests, to avoid if you wish to have a prolific harvest. I...
Use a high quality organic potting mix, filling the container to an inch or two below the rim. Soil will settle somewhat over the growing season. Don’t use soil out of the garden, as it can become compacted, resulting in poor drainage. Water: Plants in containers dry out quicker than ...
A decorative and environmentally friendly way to place planters around your deck, or patio is to use a brown coco fiber liner. A coco liner not only looks good in wire planters, but also helps keep root rot away by increasing aeration as well as encourag
watering, avoid getting water on the leaves. Water the soil 1 inch per week directly or set the container in a bucket or tub of water and allow it to be absorbed. As the plants grow, train the vines (if that type) onto the trellis or other support. Use string to gently secure them...
Will you use it year-round? Do you want to add a grill, table, and deck planters? What about stairs and railings? The Trex® AR Visualizer lets you compare colors, railings and deck sizes in real time with your backyard. Once you know the general look you like in your space, you...
Because soil drainage is so important,raised beds are often usedfor growing strawberries. You can also plant them in containers andhanging planters. Just be certain not to use old tires as they can leak toxins! Working two to three inches ofcompost into the soilbefore planting will improve soi...
Your tree can happily grow in a terracotta, plastic, or metal pot. However, if you plan to move your pot between indoors and outdoors, consider the planter’s weight. A simple terra cotta pot is much easier to move than a glazed ceramic planter! Some planters have rolling stands to make...