Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at gnogardening@agcenter.lsu.edu. I bought two really large pots to place around my pool and want to ...

Many gardeners choose to raise plants in containers or in raised beds. Those with limited gardening space and those who love patio accents find that containers fit the bill. Those with poor soil or ...

The short answer: It depends on the plant and the container.

I plan on trying to add some containers to my garden this year and would like some advice on how to be successful. — Anita Singh, Park Ridge Containers planted with annuals can add a lot of interest ...

This story is part of a package about growing food in containers. Learn how to grow vegetables, fruits and herbs in a contained space. You don’t need land to be a farmer. With the right kind of sun, ...

Discover the six key factors to get right for growing Russian sage in containers, and guarantee your perennials thrive by following these expert growing tips ...

Most of us crave color in the landscape. Colorful flowers and foliage enliven a landscape and bring interest and beauty. We typically plant colorful flowerbeds to provide splashes of color. While ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Succulent plants are defined as plants that have evolved to store moisture in their leaves, stems or roots. They occur within several different plant ...

For pesto lovers and those who adore Mediterranean dishes, basil (Ocimum basilicum) is one of those must-have herbs every gardener needs to grow during the warmer months of the year. Not only is it ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Container gardens offer instant gratification to those who want to enjoy flowers and plants all summer long. Fill a pot with soil, pick your plants and voila ...