Growing Bigger in a Small Garden
My edible gardening pursuits are facing a few new challenges these days. When I moved into my house ten years ago, my garden was mostly a blank slate and I could plant veggies in any patch of sunlit ground I wanted…
April 22, 2013
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Tags: container gardening, containers, Growing Vegetables in Containers, Growing Vegetables in Small Spaces, Small space garden, Strawberries, vegetable gardening, Vegetable Seeds · Posted in: Gardening in Spring and Summer, How-Tos, Perennials, Vegetable Seeds
Create a Spectacular Tulip Show in Containers
The classic, colorful blooms of Tulips in early spring are often the most anticipated event for the enthusiastic gardener. However, many shy away from planting these early-blooming beauties because of hungry deer or limited space. This fall, try planting Tulips in large pots to not only protect them from hungry critters, but to create a spectacular show with little space and worry.
October 15, 2012
· Amanda Shepard · Comments Closed
Tags: container gardening, container gardens, containers, tulip, tulips · Posted in: Flower Bulbs, Gardening in Fall, How-Tos
Growing Herbs: Can You Contain It?
Fresh, home-grown herbs can be the highlight of any cook’s menu. What many don’t know is that herbs are easy to grow in containers, can be brought inside when the weather gets cold and will continue growing! Follow these tips below and you will thank yourself when your summer meals are bursting with fresh, home-grown flavor.
May 22, 2012
· Amanda Shepard · 6 Comments
Tags: container gardening, Herbs, small-space gardens, urban landscaping · Posted in: Gardening in Fall, Gardening in Spring and Summer, Gardening in the Winter, How-Tos, Perennials, Vegetable Seeds
Growing Vegetables – Can You Contain It?
It is a common misconception that you need a large plot of land to grow your own delicious vegetables. All you really need are sufficient containers, sunlight, and lots of love! Many varieties of vegetables, with a little care, can be grown in containers on balconies, patios, or even as an added aesthetic element to your existing garden.
March 9, 2012
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Tags: container gardening, growing vegetables, vegetable gardening · Posted in: Gardening in Spring and Summer, How-Tos, Vegetable Seeds
Lavender: A Treat for the Senses
Who doesn’t love the fresh, comforting scent of lavender? Either freshly picked from the garden, or dried to make potpourri, lavender is a wonderful flower that is extremely easy to grow. Whether you have an expansive garden, or are gardening in containers on your balcony, most can grow lavender for heavenly fragrance in the summer months.
January 3, 2012
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Tags: container gardening, container gardens, containers, fragrant plants, lavender · Posted in: Gardening in Spring and Summer, How-Tos, Perennials
The joys of planning your spring garden
Our Advanced Sale started today, which made me (gleefully) start thinking about what I am going to do in my garden this spring. My garden is a new space for me and has plenty of beautiful Daylilies, Peonies, Astilbe, Hosta, and other perennials that were graciously planted by the resident before me. This spring, I want to make the garden my own and try as many different varieties of plants as possible.
November 9, 2011
· Amanda Shepard · Comments Closed
Tags: bareroot plants, bee balm, butterflies, choosing plants, container gardening, dahlias, dahlias in containers, Hardy Hibiscus, hibiscus, planting, planting fall and spring · Posted in: Flower Bulbs, Gardening in Spring and Summer, Perennials
Make the Most of Your Small-Space Garden
No matter what the size of your growing area, you can have a beautiful and bountiful garden. Maybe you’re limited to growing plants on a balcony, or you’re trying to brighten up a corner near your front door. Or perhaps time constraints prevent you from expanding your gardens. Whatever the reason, here are some plant suggestions and gardening techniques to help you make the most of your garden space.
March 9, 2011
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Tags: compact plants, container gardening, small-space gardens · Posted in: Gardening in Spring and Summer, How-Tos, Perennials, Vegetable Seeds
