I like maximising growing space for food crops, so in this example, I have a fig tree growing in a container with an undergrowth of banana mint! The mint helps as a companion by keeping the weeds and ...

Anyone can grow a peach tree in any climate - provided you grow it in a container so you can move it indoors when needed.

If you are looking for a fast-growing fruit tree that can live in containers, the Greensleeves (Malus domestica) apple tree may be perfect for you.

If you enjoy decadent foliage, delicate flowers, and a bountiful harvest, then a key lime tree is a great choice. These ...

Much frustration surrounds growing plants in containers outdoors, probably due to exaggerated expectations. If you want safety where container planting is concerned, confine your choices to cacti ...

Q: Growing tress in pots what size is good for a tree on a patio?. I have heavy support roof but I planted trees in containers that are already too small for the tree - where can I get large ...

A plant may be kept in a container for hundreds of years. This is evidenced in the Japanese art of bonsai, and in the potted orange trees at the Palace of Versailles near Paris, some of which were ...

Our fishing friend, Pablo Torres, has been growing fruit trees in containers for several years. He has a variety of healthy fruit trees in large, sturdy nursery-style pots. Pablo has been gardening at ...

These are naturally smaller trees that will last longer in containers. One benefit of growing citrus in containers is being able to bring the plants indoors during extended freezing temperatures.

There are plenty of herbs that thrive in the cooler temperatures of fall. Learn about eight herbs to plant in late summer for ...

Not every plant is happy with living its life bound to a container – are you unnecessarily restricting your favorite ...