Arguably, one of the biggest mistakes you want to avoid as a beginner gardener is spending too much money on tools and supplies. Pots, soil, fertilizer, seeds, trowels ... it all adds up quickly to a ...

Our editors independently select these products. Making a purchase through our links may earn Well+Good a commission You might think you need a yard and a lot of space in order to start a vegetable ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Darrell Gulin / Getty Images Container gardening is the solution to so many gardening ...

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, ...

When choosing a container for gardening, consider its material, placement, and drainage capabilities. Terracotta pots are porous and require frequent watering, while glazed pots retain moisture better ...

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 ...

Container gardening is a great way to liven up outdoor deck and entertainment spaces. Not only can the containers grow flowers and foliage, but they can support fruits and vegetables. The pot in the ...

Time was, the vegetable garden was a square plot out back, the front landscaping consisted of shrubs and easy perennials, and the deck and patio glowed with pots of annuals. No more! Container ...

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I plan on trying to add some containers to my garden this year and would like some advice on how to be successful. — Anita Singh, Park Ridge Containers planted with annuals can add a lot of interest ...

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, ...

What’s not to love about Colorado fall weather? Warm days and cool nights are perfect for checking out the changing colors in the high country. Pack a lunch, hike some trails and let nature inspire ...