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 ...

Using chemicals and inhumane deterrents isn't the only way to ward off pests. Certain plants, especially those with strong ...

After describing the benefits of growing herbs at home in containers, our vertical veg man picks his favouritesHerbs are one of the most rewarding container crops. Most are also easy to grow. Still, ...

Peter Krumhardt Herbs to Plant Together in a Container Most herbs make excellent container garden plants. The beauty of growing herbs in containers is that you can easily move your plants around ...

Why Grow Basil in Containers Basil is one of the most popular and versatile herbs in the world. It’s easy to grow from seed or a seedling from the store, and it can be used in sweet and savory ...

Planting vegetables and herbs in containers is an easy way to start gardening on a small scale and is ideal for people who lack yards or whose yards are unfavorable for a traditional garden. A few ...

Keep your favourite herbs within easy reach for cooking and seasoning by growing them in containers. A few pots set by your door and grill or on the patio, deck or balcony make it easy to include ...

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 ...

Herbs and containers go together like thyme and chicken, say, or basil and tomatoes. Culinary herbs, in fact, are among the most effortless of plants to grow in containers, says Jennifer Schneller… ...

I especially like growing herbs in containers. The raised height makes it convenient to snip a few leaves for cooking (or for curious children take some for snacking). When deciding how to arrange ...

Keep your favorite herbs within easy reach for cooking and seasoning by growing them in containers. A few pots set by your door and grill or on the patio, deck or balcony make it easy to include ...