Gardening in containers can add a wonderful dimension to your home and landscape. Since there are so many different styles and sizes of containers, and so many different plants to choose from, the possible combinations are endless. To ensure your success with container gardening, make sure you select plants suited to the site. An area that receives direct sun at…
You don’t need to live on a farm to enjoy growing vegetables at home. Many vegetables do extremely well if not better when planted in large containers versus those that are planted in the ground. Vegetable container gardening is a great way to introduce children to where food comes from. Our last frost date is typically April 20th and since…
Plant some mums, sedum, asters and ornamental grasses for color and interest now. These perennials among others can provide instant interest now and establish themselves for future years of enjoyment. Perennials can be used in containers where the spring planted annuals have faded. Grasses are perfect for this purpose. In November simply remove the perennials from your containers and sink…