Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. In ...

Container gardening is a very popular topic for gardeners. Most homes do not have a lot of gardening space, either because of tiny lot size or no lot at all (in the case of condos or apartments).

If you want to have success in container gardening, start with a good potting mix. Pre-mixed commercial varieties sold at nurseries can work well, but if you're a DIY type, you might want to mix your ...

Formulated for container gardening, potting soil is an all-in-one mixture that provides plants with essential nutrients, moisture retention, and structural support. Unlike soil amendments that mix ...

Richard Jauron and Greg Wallace Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Container gardens are an excellent way to grow plants in limited spaces. Here are some questions about containers and ...

Dipping your toes into the world of gardening seems all well and good until you discover the plethora of potting mixes, the complexities of compost, and the mystifying world of soil. That brown stuff ...

Container gardening is a very popular topic for Southern California gardeners. Most homes do not have a lot of gardening space, either because of tiny lot size or no lot at all (in the case of condos ...

All potting soil blends are not created equal. The quality of your container gardening mix can fluctuate from bag to bag even among the best brands. To ensure that my container gardening soil is what ...

Think of your indoor and outdoor plants a little bit like Goldilocks: They need a just-right potting mix or soil to help them really thrive. And although the words “potting mix” and “potting soil” are ...

Guest presenter and furniture designer Craig Miller-Randle doesn’t know how many plants he has in his home but there is barely any surface, wall or airspace that isn’t filled with leafy goodness. Over ...

To call guest presenter and furniture designer Craig Miller-Randle an indoor plant fan is a bit of an understatement! He’s unsure just how many plants he has in his home, but it is completely filled ...