Q: I’d like to grow flowers that attract butterflies, but I can only grow in containers right now, in a mostly sunny spot. What perennials or annuals appeal to them? A: Species in the mint (Lamiaceae) ...

With space to spare outdoors, I haven't felt the need to grow crops in containers. Yet I've been urging folks without outdoor space to do it -- to turn their balconies, decks and rooftops into food ...