Arguably, one of the biggest mistakes you want to avoid as a beginner gardener is spending too much money on tools and supplies. Pots, soil, fertilizer, seeds, trowels ... it all adds up quickly to a ...

Have an extra section of gutter laying around? Drill some drainage holes along the bottom and mount it to a fence or exterior wall for an instant window planter box that won’t rot. Give it a new coat ...

Dark pots are an easy way to give a little extra heat to plants that need it. Watch your watering, and your garden will ...

Material, color, and size all matter when striving for optimal plant growth. Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She ...

If you have limited outdoor space but an undiminished desire to garden, container gardening offers the perfect solution. “They’re a fantastic way to add color and greenery for small outdoor spaces,” ...

Add a bit of seasonal beauty to your front steps, window boxes, and other outdoor spaces with winter containers. Fill them with greenery, berries, cones, baubles and more. You’ll find many of these ...