Asparagus is a perennial vegetable that produces a harvest for over a decade when properly cared for. It just needs the right ...

We have a satsuma tree that is full of fruit. My husband wants to pick them. He said that they are sweeter if you pick them when they are not completely ripe and let them ripen on the counter. I say ...

With container gardening, it's surprisingly easy to slip into unsustainable practices—here's how to keep it green. Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, ...

SAN ANTONIO – Want to grow a vegetable garden but don’t own land, or do you want something simple to manage? A container garden is a simple solution to that problem. Rainbow Gardens has you covered ...

Material, color, and size all matter when striving for optimal plant growth. Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She ...

Every garden needs water to grow, but with a container’s small amount of soil, watering is vital for plants to look their best. But don’t overdo it, either. “Proper drainage is just as important as ...

This story is part of a package about growing food in containers. Learn how to grow vegetables, fruits and herbs in a contained space. You don’t need land to be a farmer. With the right kind of sun, ...

Nothing adds a pop of color, a smidgen of style, or a dash of drama to the garden like a perfectly planned and planted container. And while every gardener has their magic recipe for what works ...

I like having containers with greens in them over the winter to add interest to my garden. It’s best not to use terra cotta ...

Arugula is an easy-to-grow vegetable that can thrive in an indoor container garden. It just needs the right temperature, ...