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Even if you have an in-ground garden, you should grow some plants in pots 🪴 ...

The orchid is said to be the most exotic of all flowers. Their fragile beauty has made them a favorite corsage flower.

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Olives need to grow to full size before harvesting. An olive tree is more than a food plant. The silvery-gray leaves shimmer in the breeze, making this Mediterranean crop beautiful too. If you’re not ...

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 ...

Even though you might have limited space to garden, you still can grow herbs in pots to enjoy fresh basil, thyme, parsley, and other favorites. Herb gardens in containers are among the easiest types ...

The heat of summer has arrived with farmers markets and home gardens filling up with delicious vegetables and fruit. Think it’s too late to start your own garden even if you only have a patio or deck ...

Perlite, a volcanic rock, is a common ingredient in potting mixes. It improves drainage, aeration and water retention in soil. Perlite is lightweight and can be added to in-ground gardens, but it's ...