Articles listed under “container”
Warm sunshine container — August 31, 2010
One of the great things about container gardening is that you can create a planting almost any time of year.
Shape up your container: pinching — July 20, 2010
Some common container plants, like the coleus here, are fantastic growers. But the flip side is that they can get a bit leggy and start taking over the entire container.
Plant a hanging basket — May 18, 2010
Planting a hanging basket isn’t so different from planting a regular container. But because hanging baskets are often shallower than standing pots, and are placed in different locations, they have slightly different needs.
Whimsical frame planter — May 4, 2010
Some paintings look so real they seem to burst from the frame. Here’s something that really does!
Kitchen basket — February 16, 2010
Florists, supermarket floral departments and even home improvement stores stock live plants year-round these days. But their color really packs a punch when the view outdoors is dreary.
Slide Show: Cool containers — February 9, 2010
It’s never too early to start planning dynamite containers for great summer color.
Make your own pot feet — January 12, 2010
Designer pot feet look great but they can get expensive if you have a lot of containers.
Dress up black nursery pots — December 29, 2009
Do you have a stack of plastic nursery pots in your garage? Well, start now and by next spring you can make them into a stack of attractive pots.
Pumpkin planter — October 27, 2009
Nothing says “fall” like a pumpkin, so what could be more perfect to use for a fall container?
Container challenge plan — May 12, 2009
Here’s a deck planting that really makes a great first impression.
Container design tips — April 14, 2009
There’s more to beautiful containers than just the right planting and care. Design plays a role, too.
Butterfly container garden — March 17, 2009
Want to bring in the butterflies? Create a garden using plants they love. The butterflies will flock to the “buffet” selection of flowers.
Colander hang-ups — November 11, 2008
Don’t toss that old aluminum colander — turn it into a unique hanging basket.
Using containers in borders — August 26, 2008
Containers aren’t just for porches, patios and decks — you can also put them in your perennial borders. Here are some tips to help you decide where to place the containers.
Video: Filling a large container — June 24, 2008
If you like to plant in large containers, you know that filling one with potting mix can be expensive. Check out these helpful tips for saving both mix and money.
Design a container with dwarf perennials — March 4, 2008
Small-stature perennials are easily incorporated into almost any garden, but what about using them in containers?
Wrapping up a container plant — December 25, 2007
Even the hardiest trees and shrubs need a little winter help when they’re living in containers.
Starflower — July 31, 2007
Once starflower starts to bloom, nothing stops it until frost. Like many butterfly plants, this one prefers, in fact needs, heat to bloom its best. So there’s no point setting it out into your garden until all danger of frost is past.
Video: Watering hanging plants — July 17, 2007
If you live where it’s hot and dry, you’re probably spending lots of time watering, especially if you have containers. Here are some tips and a tool to help make that task easier and more enjoyable.
Hosta ‘June’ — July 3, 2007
You’ll never get bored with this beautiful hosta. Leaf centers are chartreuse in spring then change to a creamy yellow by summer. The color varies depending on the amount of light available — you’ll get the best color by growing ‘June’ in morning sun and afternoon shade.
