Four o'clocks in containers will perform their best in moist soil. Keep a close eye on the pot and avoid the top two inches ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. I have various plants in containers I grow on my patio and porch.

Containers are great for those that are gardening in small spaces. Though there is the fear of not knowing when or how often to water them. This is why I started to make my own self-watering ...

Here are the basics about watering mums, including tips about when, how, and how much to water both florist and hardy garden ...

I am planning to install a new garden in spring. I intend to buy most of the plants grown in containers and would like some tips for best watering practices. Plants that nurseries produce in ...

Question: I would like to plant flowers in hanging baskets and tubs. Could you give me some suggestions on how to do this successfully? Answer: I would suggest using containers that are at least 14 ...

The Old Farmer's Almanac forecasts this summer as the hottest on record, breaking the previous two years’ record-high temperatures. And while hot weather is excellent for sun-loving plants like ...

One of my favorite little summer pleasures is watering my flowers. It brings back childhood memories of helping my mom water her many flower beds during my summer vacations. I can still feel the heavy ...

Most urbanites, and many suburbanites, are restricted to containers when planting a garden. Containers have a lot of advantages: they’re portable, cheap, and can be placed in awkward places, from ...