Posts Tagged ‘container gardening’

Must-have herbs for foodies

August 30, 2012 |  by  |  Plants

See which delectable herbs you should be growing in your garden for dishes that will dazzle your taste buds. Read More

Pot Maker

December 29, 2011 |  by  |  Dig In

Unless you’re totally paperless, newspaper is something you’ll have around the house–at least on Sunday afternoons. While there are many ways to recycle old papers at home (as shipping cushion, papier mache or a lasagna garden), one of the most unique ways to reuse your old newspapers is by making them into planter pots with the help of the Pot Maker. Read More

Growing Ginger

July 26, 2011 |  by  |  Plants

Ginger is an essential ingredient in Asian cooking, and although most of us pick it up at the store, you actually can grow it at home. In fact, you can start your own ginger plant with the ginger root you get at the grocery store! Read More

Window Boxes

June 29, 2011 |  by  |  Dig In

Window boxes are an ideal way to add a container garden to small spaces. They’re also a great way to add color to your home, no matter how much space you have. Before you go filling a window box with soil and flowers, there are a few things to keep in mind. Read More

DIY Boot Planter

June 17, 2011 |  by  |  Dig In

If you have a creative mind, you can make a planter out of just about anything. An old leather or rubber boot can make a great planter for indoors or out, as well as an interesting conversation piece. Read More

Self-Watering Containers

May 12, 2011 |  by  |  Garden

If you’re a bit of a “black thumb” or have a vast collection of container gardens that take forever to water, self-watering containers can be your very best friend in the garden. One of the biggest issues with container gardens is soil drying out, but if the container waters itself—you won’t have that problem! Read More

DIY Chia Pet

April 22, 2011 |  by  |  Garden

Ch-ch-ch-chia! The Chia Pet is a pop culture icon. It’s the gag gift that nobody wants to give or receive, but (despite the cheesy caricatures) it’s actually a pretty nice little container garden. If you’re too embarrassed to buy one, you can make your own—a great Earth Day craft for the kids! Read More

Root Rot

April 8, 2011 |  by  |  Dig In

Root rot can affect indoor and outdoor plants, but it is most common in container gardens with poor drainage. Water isn’t the only thing to blame when root rot strikes your plants—fungi is usually the real culprit. Read More

Stylish Planter Pots

April 6, 2011 |  by  |  Dig In

 

Part of the fun of setting up a container garden is choosing decorative planter pots to add style and color to your garden. Whether you grow in containers indoors or outdoors, take a look at these stylish pots that can add some flair to your garden! Read More

Easter Egg Flower Pots

March 31, 2011 |  by  |  Dig In

An Easter floral display doesn’t need to be a giant vase of lilies. Small, baby plants capture the essence of Easter and spring. Display tiny plants in Easter eggs for a cute and unique indoor flower garden. Read More