Wipe down pots with warm, soapy water to get rid of any lingering dirt or pests. Clean pots help prevent problems once your ...

Perennial plants being overwintered in pots are subjected to much harsher conditions compared to those in the soil. Because of this, they can be damaged and killed. Fortunately, there are some steps ...

Unlike those planted in the ground, potted perennials are more susceptible to harsh winter conditions because they have less growing media, which exposes their roots to cold temperatures. In the ...

Potted plants are an easy and fun addition to your garden. But, follow these crucial tips to make sure they stay happy and ...

Strawberry plants (Fragaria x ananassa) are a fantastic low-effort crop to grow at home. They are a fairly hardy perennial that comes back year after year to produce fresh fruit for you to enjoy.

If you want to freshen up your holiday decor with lovely, scented flowers, plant this bulb before Thanksgiving so your blooms ...

With the growing popularity of garden plants in pots, there’s been an explosion in the number of questions we field about what to do come winter. Whether you’re the current keeper of grandma’s ...

Even if you’ve got a beautifully designed garden, there are plenty of reasons to add plants in containers to your home. You can decorate a front porch or backyard patio with boxes or pots of flowers.

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