Start with the right pot size. Young fruit trees should generally be potted in a 5- to 10-gallon container. Gradually ...

Before you head out to the nursery to purchase a tree for your landscape, there are some important things to consider.

Growing lemons in containers is an excellent option for urban gardeners with limited space. Lemon trees grow well in pots, ...

Pots and planters add instant color and flexibility. Learn how to choose containers, manage watering and soil, and pick ...

Bare-root trees need to be planted quickly to keep their exposed roots from drying out. Here's the best time to plant so ...

Envision yourself going outside to your balcony and noticing that your tomatoes, peppers, and herbs are growing upside down ...

Growing banana plants in containers is a rewarding way to enjoy lush tropical foliage, at home, especially if you don’t have ...

A little planning now, big buzz later. This versatile plant pulls double duty — start in a container in winter and it will be ...

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BLACKSBURG, VA -- Many landscape trees are started in-ground, then sold as bare-root ''liners'' to producers who plant them in large containers to grow. To minimize wind damage and to facilitate ...

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 ...

Even if you’ve got a beautifully designed garden, there are plenty of reasons to add plants in containers to your home. You can decorate a front porch or backyard patio with boxes or pots of flowers.