A. While there are many benefits to growing in containers, the biggest drawback is water retention. A tomato planted in the ground, or even in a raised bed, has the luxury of spreading its roots far ...

Here's how to choose the right size of plants for your garden and your budget. As you browse the plant selections at your local garden center or nursery, you’ll likely find some small plants (often ...

Many gardeners may not have the space or desire to cultivate an extensive in-ground garden where they can grow their favorite flowers or vegetables. Residents of condominiums, apartments and ...

Everybody loves plants in containers. Whether it’s giant pots of annual color, a few cherry tomatoes on a sunny balcony or a succulent on the back patio, containers provide all kinds of options for ...