Special Gardens
What are special gardens? These are gardens with something specific in mind. Here you will find tips for the special needs gardener, gardening with children and those just starting out. In addition, you will learn more about growing specific types of gardens like xeriscape designs, color themes, seaside gardens, organic gardening, urban gardening and using containers in the garden. From how to design them to their overall care, these special gardens have something for everyone. So, if you’re looking for something specific, it’s likely here.
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Best Trees For Containers: Create A Potted Grove On Your Porch With These 8 Compact Varieties
We may not always think of trees as being obvious candidates for pots, but there are a few that not only thrive but flourish. Here are some of the best trees for containers
By Teo Spengler
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Best Plants For Container Gardening: Try These 10 Easy Ornamental And Edible Options For Pots
Gardening with pots is a quick way to make more of smaller spaces – but which edibles and ornamentals are right? Here are some of the best plants for container gardening
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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DIY Cloche Ideas For Frost Protection In The Garden
Extend the growing season into early spring and late fall with an easy, DIY garden cloche. These simple ideas can yield benefits for gardens of all sizes.
By Susan Albert
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How To Grow A Cut Flower Container Garden – For Gorgeous Fresh Blooms Even In Small Spaces
Cut flower cultivation may bring to mind tall, statuesque plants in beds and borders – but you can also grow a cut flower container garden for bold blooms in smaller spaces
By Tonya Barnett
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Cheap Container Vegetable Gardening Ideas To Save Money And Maximize Space And Harvests
Keen to grow potted crops but looking to save money? Let these cheap container vegetable gardening ideas inspire you and free up funds this gardening year
By Bonnie L. Grant
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5 Sensational Succulent Arrangement Ideas For A Showstopping Container Anyone Can Try
Few things are guaranteed with gardening, but the combination of succulents with pots is an easy win. Here are some of the best succulent arrangement ideas to try
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Elevate Your Flower Power: 10 Best Flowers For Hanging Baskets
Whether you’re after styling up a patio with a medley of color or practical ways to conceal a drab wall, here are some of the best flowers for hanging baskets…
By Tonya Barnett
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How To Prepare Your Greenhouse For Winter – To Keep Growing All Year
A winter greenhouse can be a joy when you can harvest fresh crops in the coldest months. It takes some prep and upkeep to maintain optimal conditions.
By Amy Grant
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Container Color And Plants – Is The Color Of Plant Pots Important
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Grow A Pineapple Top From Store-Bought Fruit – For A Tasty Tropical Houseplant
Did you know you can grow a pineapple plant in your very own home—no tropical travel required? Here's how to grow a pineapple top from a store-bought fruit.
By Teo Spengler
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Easy Vertical Gardening Hacks For Beginners: Why You Should Grow Up, And 3 Ways To Do It!
If you’re short on space or keen to make the most of every inch, vertical gardening is the way to grow. We explain how to plan & plant up with three easy building methods
By Teo Spengler
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Shade Tolerant Wildflowers – Growing Wildflowers In Shade
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Downsizing Your Garden: How To Simplify Your Landscape Without Sacrificing Beauty
Gracefully downsizing your garden requires some forethought and maybe even some outside help, but it can be made easier with some practical tips.
By Teo Spengler
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5 Easy Winter Container Recipes: Last-Minute Plant Combinations For Your Porch Pots
These winter container plant combos are quick and easy to put together before the holidays – and will add visual interest while the rest of your garden sleeps.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Want To Grow Four Season Containers? Try These 6 Best Plants For Pots All Year Round
After reliable container gardening options that serve you across all four seasons? You’ve come to the right place, as we present the best plants for pots all year round
By Tonya Barnett
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Grow A Container Winter Wonderland: 7 Best Winter Flowers For Pots With Cool-Season Cheer
Containers don’t need to go into hibernation in colder months – there’s still plenty of floral life to be enjoyed! We round up some of the very best winter flowers for pots
By Tonya Barnett
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DIY Holiday Porch Pot Ideas: 12 Perfect Plants For A Magical Winter Display
Make a charming holiday porch pot to take you through the festive season and beyond, filled with lustrous foliage, vibrant berries, and cheerful flowers.
By Melanie Griffiths