1. Locate your garden so it receives at least six hours of sun a day. 2. Choose containers with dark-colored interiors to give an impression of greater depth and to discourage algae growth. 3.Use ...

Learn where to put it, what to fill it with, and how to keep it healthy. Olivia Young is a writer, fact checker, and green living expert passionate about tiny living, climate advocacy, and all things ...

Friends on the island of Kauai, where we vacation every winter, inspired me to experiment with a container water garden last summer. My three friends have very different potted ponds but their Zone 11 ...

Repurposed garden containers made from household items are a great way to add personality and points of interest to your garden or patio. The possibilities of what you can turn into a planter are ...

Spring is in full swing, and that means temperatures are rising and tank-tops, shorts, and flip-flops are the preferred attire. As highs reach steadily into the mid to upper 90s, any outdoor activity ...

These small ecosystems add color to your yard and improve biodiversity. Xavi Talleda / Getty Images A container water garden allows you to bring new plants and wildlife into your backyard in a way ...

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 ...

You're probably planning your Spring planting — and here's something to consider: Container gardening. Niki from Botanicals Design says it's a striking way to enhance the architecture of your home and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Photography: Laurey Glenn / Styling: BUFFY HARGETT MILLER These summer show-off container gardens will brighten up any porch or ...

Container plantings are a great way to enhance decks, patios or other small spaces. Despite our midwinter gloom, now is a great time to get started. The upcoming Northwest Flower and Garden Festival, ...