David Kuchta, Ph.D. has 10 years of experience in gardening and has read widely in environmental history and the energy transition. An environmental activist since the 1970s, he is also a historian, ...

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 ...

Instead of filling large planters with potting mix, use one of these materials to take up space at the bottom of the planter.

No green thumb required.

Maybe you were on a trip or have been too busy to water, mix the fertilizer and dead-head the blooms regularly — it happens. Fortunately, there are quick fixes that can get containers shaped up for ...

Stepping outside to a burst of sweet, spicy fragrance mixed with delicate, fringed petals in shades of pink and rose is a wonderful experience on any patio or balcony. Dianthus gratianopolitanus, also ...

Make the most of balconies, courtyards and small patios by growing vertically ...

There is no reason why our winter gardens should be drab and colourless. Nature provides us with an abundance of colourful winter and spring flowers. Poppies, snapdragons, Namaqualand daisies, pansies ...

Because every garden needs a pop of pink.

Want to bring more butterflies to your container garden quickly? You need an easy-grow plant that thrives in pots and throws ...