Start vegetable container gardening for beginners with these DIY garden container ideas. Container gardening can be much easier to maintain than a conventional garden and thrives in almost any spot ...

To combat the cold, repurpose plastic containers to protect not only your garden but the environment. The process is simple, ...

I live in an apartment with an incredibly shady so-called backyard: a 10-by-15-foot expanse of dirty concrete tucked behind my driveway. I’ve always wanted a big garden, but, unless a demolition crew ...

In many zones, it's necessary to protect late-season or overwintering plants from frost. Any of these 7 DIYs could work for ...

I find that one of the most rewarding things is to grow a vegetable garden. I’m going on my fourth year of growing a larger garden, but even when I lived in an apartment and a home that had little ...

Old cans and jars make for excellent decorative pots for small plants like succulents or herbs. Paint them in vibrant colors or wrap them in twine for a rustic look before planting. Arrange these ...

From carryout to leftover storage, the convenience of plastic food containers is undeniable. Considering how much plastic waste is created every year, it seems a shame to throw away containers that ...

If hummingbirds have not already arrived in your neck of the woods, they are on the way. And if you want to lure them to your yard without feeders filled with sugar water, your plant selection is key.

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, ...

Millennials may have re-ignited America's love affair with houseplants, but you don't have to be one of them to want your own succulent garden. Nor do you have to be a millionaire – or even well off.