Flowering perennials, tropical shrubs and trees, citrus, and herbs are a few popular types of plants gardeners grow in pots to accent their summer outdoor living spaces. Plenty of houseplants benefit, ...

Container gardening changes what hostas need to stay healthy. Understanding how conditions differ in pots helps keep those ...

This week’s preview of winter gave outdoor perennial potted plants a rude awakening. This sudden winter burst is a timely reminder to start overwintering potted plants. Why take time to protect potted ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. You shouldn't rush this process, though. Overwintered plants must be gradually hardened off, and some may not be able to handle ...

Dropping temperatures are a serious concern for gardeners in the winter, so people are always on the lookout for new ways to protect outdoor plants from frost, including potted plants. In gardening ...

In fall, cut back hosta leaves, clear debris, and mulch crowns with pine needles for winter protection. Divide plants at least 30 days before frost, or overwinter divisions indoors if you’re late. For ...

While hostas can be planted in any season, planting hostas in spring or fall gives them time to establish roots. Here's how and when to plant them in your shade garden.

As outdoor spaces have shrunk and the pace of life has become much faster than it used to be, new types of gardens have had to emerge. The best landscapes now aren’t measured in square footage or ...