Blackberries require specific growing conditions to thrive in containers, and certain varieties grow better in these compact spaces than others.

Have fun and enjoy picking fresh fruit right outside your door thanks to compact varieties you can grow in containers. Just clear some space on your patio, deck, balcony, or front steps that receives ...

Currants are cold-hardy, edible berries that are typically grown in the ground. Here's what to consider if you want to grow ...

Much frustration surrounds growing plants in containers outdoors, probably due to exaggerated expectations. If you want safety where container planting is concerned, confine your choices to cacti and ...

My gardening education began with a bean seed in a Dixie cup. A paper cup, a scoop of playground dirt and a sprouting bean seed was supposed to awaken every child’s sense of wonder at the natural ...

Are you using a pot that is too small for your plant? Many people have plants in containers. Potted plants can be objects of art — both pot and plant — or they may hold favorite bulbs, coveted ...

Growing herbs in containers is best for a variety of reasons. They're easier to maintain and won't overtake other plants in your garden. Rather than cultivating herbs directly in the ground alongside ...

Gardening in a container is a desirable option in several situations. Limited sunlight: Use of containers allows a limited sun availability to be utilized. Sometimes the container can even be moved ...