Container Gardens
Gardening in pots doesn’t need to be limited to growing houseplants. There are many types of container gardens you can grow. Everything from container water gardens to vegetable container gardening is possible. With our container garden ideas, you’ll find information on a number of plants for containers and how to grow them. Container gardening is one of the easiest methods for growing plants and are great for gardening in small spaces. Keep reading to learn more about growing plants in containers.
Container Gardens
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Grow These 12 Natives Anywhere With Containers
What are the best native plants for growing in pots? Click here for our top 12.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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8 Common Container Gardening Mistakes To Avoid For Better Containers
Container gardening isn't the same as growing in the garden. Click here to learn how to avoid the 8 common container gardening mistakes.
By Amy Grant
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Best Planter Filler Materials To Help You Save On Soil
To learn how to fill deep planters and what makes good container filler materials, click here.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Hydroponic Gardening Indoors
Hydroponic gardening is one of the best ways to grow fresh vegetables year round. Hydroponic gardening is simply a means of growing plants without soil. Learn more in this article.
By Nikki Tilley
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Growing With Aeroponics: What Is Aeroponics
Aeroponics is a great alternative for growing plants in small spaces, especially indoors. Aeroponics is similar to hydroponics but somewhat different. Learn more about this form of container gardening in this article.
By Nikki Tilley
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DIY Herb Carton Planters: Growing Herbs In Milk Cartons
Making a milk carton herb garden is a great way to combine recycling with the love of gardening. Click here for ideas.
By Laura Miller
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Self Watering Indoor Garden: How Do You Use A Smart Garden
What is a smart garden? How do you use a smart garden, or does it just do it all? Learn more about indoor smart gardens in this article.
By Amy Grant
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Christmas Thriller Filler Spiller: How To Plant A Holiday Container
Winter planter ideas, like holiday thriller-filler-spiller displays, are fun ways to make the home look festive and cheerful. Learn more here.
By Tonya Barnett
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Downspout Garden Planters – Plant A Rain Gutter Container Garden
A downspout planter box acts like a small rain garden and makes the area around a downspout more attractive. Click here for planter ideas.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Fish Tank Herb Garden – Growing Herbs In An Old Aquarium
If you have an empty aquarium taking up space in your basement or garage, put it to use by turning it into an aquarium herb garden. Learn more here.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Ideas For Broken Pot Planters – Tips On Making Cracked Pot Gardens
Don't throw out that broken pot. It might make an unusual and beautiful planter for a cracked pot garden.
By Liz Baessler
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Planting Shoe Organizer Gardens: Tips On Vertical Gardening In A Shoe Organizer
Are you a crafter who loves everything DIY? Or perhaps you're a frustrated gardener living in an apartment with little outdoor space? This idea is perfect for either of you: gardening with vertical planters. Click here to learn more.
By Amy Grant
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Winter Patio Plants - Growing Outdoor Winter Containers
Livening up the patio is a great way to fight winter blues. Once you have the right plants, it’s easy. Click here for some ideas for patio plants in winter.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Using Styrofoam In Containers – Does Styrofoam Help With Drainage
When filled with potting medium, large pots can be extremely heavy. Many also lack proper drainage holes or don't drain well. Not to mention, potting soil to fill them can become quite expensive. What's a gardener to do? Learn about using Styrofoam for container filler here.
By Darcy Larum
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Container Plants For Full Sun – Choosing Full Sun Plants For Containers
Container gardens allow plenty of flexibility for gardeners with little to no space, but in the hottest part of the summer, keeping potted plants alive in full sun can be a challenge. This article will give you ideas and information for successful container gardening in full sun.
By Ilana Goldowitz Jimenez
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Hydroponic Mason Jar Garden – Growing Hydroponic Plants In A Jar
There are hydroponic growing systems in various price ranges, but using inexpensive canning jars is a budget-friendly option. With a little creativity, your hydroponic mason jar garden can be a quintessential part of your kitchen décor. Learn more here.
By Laura Miller
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Caring For Hydroponic Herbs - Tips On Growing A Hydroponic Window Farm
Interest in indoor hydroponic gardens is growing fast, and for good reason. It's great for those with little space. Learn more here.
By Mary H. Dyer