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 ...

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 ...

Editor's note: This is part one of a three-part series on container gardening. Containers are great for people with limited mobility as well as people living in apartments or who have minimal space in ...

And while hot weather is excellent for sun-loving plants like tomatoes and sunflowers, it can quickly dry out plants growing in containers, rather than in garden beds. Avoid a droopy fate for your ...

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 ...

Containers are a great option if gardening space is limited, soil conditions are poor, or if you simply want more control over growing conditions. Growing food in adequately sized containers is easy ...

Container gardening can bring plant life and color to spaces such as patios. If you’re longing for a garden but are lacking land, container gardening could be a perfect way to bring ornamentals or ...

Limited space or time shouldn't deter you from enjoying homegrown tomatoes. Container size is crucial, with larger containers being preferable for sufficient root space and moisture retention. Use a ...

Yes, you can grow garlic in containers. If there is a lack of garden space in full sun, then container growing could be good for you. Gardeners who have had problems with white rot and Fusarium basal ...