Who doesn’t love a container filled with colourful flowers? But flowers need sun to bloom, and not every container gardener has sun. When this is the case, container plants for shade that feature interesting leaf shapes and textures are your best bet for a shady corner. This trio of pots highlights a shady corner at the bend of a path. A cedar hedge and blue Nootka … [Read more...] about Foliage shines in container plants for shade
Container gardening
How to choose garden pots
Even before you think about what plants you’ll grow in your container garden, consider what garden pots you have on hand, what needs replacing and what you need to acquire. Almost anything that holds soil and water will work as a container for plants, but consider practicalities and aesthetics, too. The larger the container, the more room there is for a beautiful display of … [Read more...] about How to choose garden pots
Up front with container gardening of vegetables
If you have a sunny spot by your front steps, consider constructing a series of stacked boxes to act as containers for growing a few vegetables. Wouldn’t it be fun to arrive home from work and harvest a few lettuce leaves, cherry tomatoes and herbs as you unlock the front door? The scene shown above was part of a display of front garden designs at the 2016 Philadelphia … [Read more...] about Up front with container gardening of vegetables
Container combo for front porch planters
The best-looking summer containers are filled to the brim with plants that feature bountiful flowers and interesting foliage. This rectangular planter box, situated along the edge of a front porch in part sun, meets the criteria — it’s bursting with colour and attractive leaf patterns. Here’s how you can create this look for your container gardening. By spacing plants … [Read more...] about Container combo for front porch planters
Growing grapes in containers: Pixie gapes
If you’re looking for something different to plant in a container this year, consider Pixie grapes, a grapevine that grows only 12 to 24 inches (30 to 60 cm) tall. The grape clusters are equally diminutive, reaching about four inches (10 cm) in length. The tiny grapes would certainly be a conversation piece for your patio table. Pixie is a naturally occurring mutant of Vitis … [Read more...] about Growing grapes in containers: Pixie gapes