Watering can be a tricky art to master for container gardens as it does not take long for a plant to go from looking healthy to wilting. That fine line also comes into play between soil being too dry ...

SINGAPORE – The end of the year is when most people will go away on a holiday. It can be a stressful time for plant parents: Will their plants dry up while they are away? It can be a real worry for ...

These affordable devices aim to keep your plants hydrated when you're out of town or too busy to keep up. I tested two to see if they're worth a buy. John Carlsen has more than a decade of experience ...

URBANA — Every garden needs water, but with a container garden’s limited soil volume, proper watering is crucial for plants to stay productive. “Proper drainage is just as important as the amount of ...

Whether it's under the pressure of an approaching Kentucky Derby week, getting ready to head out of town for summer vacation, or the sheer embarrassment of having had plants in black plastic pots on ...

My local garden center has a lot of shrubs grown in containers, and I am interested in adding some new shrubs to my garden. Most of my experience has been with balled and burlapped shrubs, and I would ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Container gardening also adds versatility to gardens large and small. Plants lend instant color, provide a focal point in the ...

SAN ANGELO — The use of container plants in a landscape can offer accent, fill voids or even produce food while being interesting and fun. Successful gardening in containers requires attention to soil ...

The word is out — container gardening is for both novice and experienced gardeners alike. It’s the perfect way to experiment with plants, delve into edibles, and exercise creativity. No longer limited ...