Articles related to "Containers"
Colorful Containers
There is never a bad time to fill a container with colorful plants to give the garden a fresh look. Today's article is full of ideas and tips for Colorful Containers.
• container gardening
• colorful annuals and foliage
• gardening for elderly
• handicapped gardening
• water garden container
Recycle Crafts
This week let's explore crafts that turn "trash" into "treasures". We discover ways to use recycled materials to create neat items suitable for gift-giving.
• angels
• cds
• plastic lids
• containers
• jars
Soil for Desert Container Gardens
Desert soil, when mixed with water, will have the consistency of concrete. So, when potting desert plants,you'll need to create your own soil mixtures.
• desert container garden
• desert garden
• container plants
• soil
• soil for container plants
Gardening ideas: from Philadelphia to southern Ontario
The gardeners of Philadelphia have a lot in common with the gardeners of southern Ontario. On a recent trip, I visited private and public gardens of Philadelphia and came away with ten great gardening ideas that we can do in Ontario.
• gardening
• gardens
• "lorraine flanigan"
• philadelphia
• trends
A First Landscape: 2
The quickest way to bring flowers and color into the residential landscape is by planting containers full of bright and interesting plants.
• landscaping
• landscaping ideas
• landscaping designs landscaping plans
• residential landscaping
• landscaping tips
Choosing the Right Container
There are many different containers available, but which kind is best for your plants? Read on to find out!
• pots
• clay pots
• terra cotta pots
• pots for plants
• ceramic pots
Container Desert Gardens
Planting desert plants in containers can provide an ideal, low-maintenance garden for limited-space areas.
• desert garden
• desert gardens
• container desert gardens
• container
• terra cotta
Container Gardening
Container gardening provides fresh vegetables for thousands worldwide who don't have time or space for a vegetable garden. Gardening ideas and gardening tips...
• container gardening
• gardening tip
• gardening idea
• sally morton
• vegetable gardens
Container Gardening
Container Gardening
• container gardening
• flowers
• vegetables
• containers
• pots
Container Gardening (part two)
Discover all sorts of plants for the perfect containers as well as themes and style suggestions. This is the second part of a two-part article.
• gardening
• container
• pot
• plant
• flower
Container Gardening and other hot pepper tips.
Container gardening is cost-effective, makes beautiful borders and is DROUGHT-RESISTANT!
• container gardening
• hot pepper tips
• fresh hot peppers
• container plants
• small gardens
Container Gardens for the College Bound
Just because you'll be living in a tiny dorm room doesn't mean you have to give up your garden. Here are a few ideas of small space container gardens to try.
• windowsill garden
• herbs
• terrariums
• sprouts
• aquarium garden
Containers for Gardening with Alpine Plants
Many types of containers can be used for rock gardens aside from the traditional inground-style garden. This article discusses several alternatives that make this practical for the disabled.
• disabled gardening
• troughs
• clay pots
• hypertufa troughs
• styrofoam chest gardens
Cool Season Containers
Cool season annual flowers bloom into late fall and earliest spring and sometimes flower all winter. Ideal in pots or planters by the door, walk or mailbox.
• cool season annual
• spring flower
• fall flower
• container
• pot
Creative Containers
With a little imagination, almost anything can be a container for plants. Read what others have tried, and add you own creative ideas.
• container
• gardening
• pots
• creative containers
• yard sales
Fall Seasonal Container Plants
With harvest parties, Halloween and Thanksgiving autumn containers can be a dramatic focal point on a deck, patio or open garden spot.
• fall container plants
• autumn perennials
• harvest plants
• annuals
• hanging baskets
Garden Containers
Container gardening ideas begin with the vessel. When choosing garden containers consider what is needed to water container plants.
• garden container ideas
• plastic containers
• watering container plants
• garden ideas for children
• eclectic garden
Large Roses for Containers
Some folks just need to grow roses in containers. Here are a few suggestions.
• container rose gardens
• growing roses in containers
• advice
• tips
Overwintering Perennials in Containers
Yes, it's August - but it's never too early to start thinking about what you'll do with your perennials over winter. (Or at least that's what they tell me :).
• perennial
• winter
• hardy
• container
• overwintering
Vegetable Seed Varieties for Containers
A lot more seed companies are selling vegetable seeds specially bred to meet the small space needs of container gardening. Here's a list of the ones I've found so far.
• vegetable seeds
• bush beans
• carrot
• cucumber
• lettuce
Wooden Container Garden Windowbox
Are you itching to get your hands in the garden but live in the northern zones? Here is a craft project that will let you get a jump on the garden.
• gardening
• bed gardens
• deck gardens
• planting early
• crafting
Storing Your Yarn Stash
A few tips, tricks and ideas on how to keep your stash organized, easy to get to, and in step with your home decor.
• yarn organization
• yarn stash
• stash organization
• tool organization
• home decor
A Wading Pool Garden
A bright blue plastic wading pool may not be the latest in high tech gardening tools or the epitome of high gardening style, but it makes gardening possible from roof top to parking lot and everywhere in between. Now you can grow bog plants, water chestnuts, breed frogs, or even grow bright cheerful flowers and pounds of healthy nutritious vegetables in an inexpensive and amazingly productive container. You might even be so successful you'll have extra produce to share!
• container garden gardening kiddy wading pool dr. e
Baiting Box Traps 2
Baiting box traps part two.
• box traps
• baiting containers
• animal trapping
Buying Roses: Healthy Roots
A good quality rose bush has a healthy root system right from the start. Learn to recognize potential root problems and avoid purchasing a badly grown rose.
• how to buy a rose
• rose roots
• healthy root system
• container grown rose
• bare root rose
Cranesbills for summer flower power
Hardy Geraniums or Cranesbills are perfect plants for the border in cottage and city gardens. Ranging from tiny alpines to tall stately giants. Utterly dependable and easy to grow, they cover a wide range of colours.
• perennials
• cranesbills
• shade
• borders
• high summer
Grow Organic Herbs Anywhere
You can perfume your garden and then your home with a harvest of fragrant and flavorful herbs even if your landscaping space is limited to pots and containers.
• herbs
• gardening
• container gardens
• small planting beds
• small gardens
Late Summer Performance
How to bridge the late summer flower gap with some very interesting and dependable plants for both the border and containers and pots.
• late summer
• borders
• pots
• containers
Plants That Earn Their Keep
Flowering and foliage houseplants are great, but why not try growing a few vegetables or fruit to brighten your home?
• houseplants
• container
• vegetables
• fruit
• herbs
Pots of Gold
Pots and containers are the key to a bold display for small gardens in the city or town. They come in a variety of types, I explore both the plants and the containers themselves.
• perennials
• pots
• containers
• wood containers
• clay
Water Features in a Kid's Garden
Water fountains and water gardens are lots of fun for kids in the garden. Safe and easy water features for a kid's and grown-ups gardens. © <a href="/profile.cfm/Linda">Linda Mazar</a>
• water garden
• kids
• garden
• fountain
• container
Get Organized in the Kitchen
Imagine being unembarrassed by an open fridge or pantry door? It's possible to organize your kitchen before the holidays if you start now.
• organizing the kitchen
• organizing cupboards
• storage solutions
• storage containers
• holiday organizing
A Childs Garden
A child's garden teaches more than just gardening skills: your child will learn math, science & more! Gardening for kids can be easy, educational and fun.
• child garden
• gardening for kid
• raised garden bed
• raised bed gardening
• square foot gardening
Building a Small Pot Fountain
It is easy to build a beautiful indoor/outdoor fountain using glazed pottery.
• fountain
• water feature
• garden
• garden pot
• water fountain container
Citrus Plant & Herb Themed Garden
Learn how to use citrus trees and citrus scented herbs such as lemon balm, lime balm and mint to create a citrus theme garden.
• using citrus as a garden theme
• herb garden designs
• herbal garden
• herb gardens
• garden designs for a fragrant herbs
Fruit Seed Potted Plants
This article gives directions for planting a small windowsill garden from fruit seeds.
• lemon trees in containers
• avocado seedlings
• grapefruit plants
• orange seed planting
• container gardening for kids
Plant a Pub to Please "Flying Flowers"
Planting a colorful "butterfly pub" can be a fun project and will attract flocks of "flying flowers!" Read about some great nectar-rich flowers that will thrive in a butterfly pub container and also brighten up your deck or patio. Containers can be placed wherever you prefer, or moved from place to place. Their versatility makes them a great gardening option.
• flying flowers
• butterfly pub
• attracting butterflies
• butterfly
• butterflies
Collectible Thanksgiving
Not yet as popular as Christmas or Halloween, Thanksgiving collectibles are inexpensive and may be the next big thing!
• collectible thanksgiving
• vintage thanksgiving
• thanksgiving ephemera
• dennison thanksgiving paper decor
• beistle thanksgiving paper decor