Believe it or not, you don't have to plant a large pollinator garden to attract hummingbirds. Here are eight container flowers you can plant to attract hummingbirds all season.

These spring plants are lovely options for container gardens. Learn about the various attributes that make them so good for ...

We all know that plants need sunlight to survive, but what if that's precisely the thing your backyard is lacking? The cheery sight of some bright and colorful potted flowers might just be the perfect ...

Everything you need to know to create a beautiful potted rose garden.

If you don't have space for a full garden, or you just prefer the convenience of containers, try these easy-to-grow ...

David Kuchta, Ph.D. has 10 years of experience in gardening and has read widely in environmental history and the energy transition. An environmental activist since the 1970s, he is also a historian, ...

Growing up in New England, I had no choice; hydrangeas had to be my favorite flower. Years of seeing the plants wave in the sea breeze against white colonial-style homes in Maine amounted to complete ...

Stepping outside to a burst of sweet, spicy fragrance mixed with delicate, fringed petals in shades of pink and rose is a wonderful experience on any patio or balcony. Dianthus gratianopolitanus, also ...

Maybe you were on a trip or have been too busy to water, mix the fertilizer and dead-head the blooms regularly — it happens. Fortunately, there are quick fixes that can get containers shaped up for ...

If your outdoor space consists of a deck, patio or balcony, you can create a small-scale garden paradise that brings you joy for months or years to come. And even if you live in a warmer climate or ...

Most people have probably heard of raised garden beds. With them, you can plant flowers or vegetables just about anywhere, even on a patio or a paved surface. However, probably not as many people know ...