Shipping containers are so robust, modular and inexpensive that they quickly became very popular for all kinds of inventive applications. Containers provide flexibility and a toughness that more tradi ...

Can you think of a plant that flowers in Britain all year round? One flower that is a member of this special club is the iris ...

After weeks of rigorous hands-on testing, I found three meal-prep containers that will keep your food fresh without pesky leaks.

While it is still winter, schedule a lawn mower tuneup with your local small-motor vendor. Sharpen the blades, tighten bolts, and add fresh oil. Check springs and gear connections. Doing it now will ...

Once these bulbs bloom, keep them cool and watered. You can gently tie tulip flowers with yarn or string to keep them from opening. (Remove the yarn when you have company!) You can also return them to ...

Abelias are hardy plants with few pest problems. Plants are resistant to deer browsing and experience few insect or disease pests. Abelia can experience occasional aphid problems, which are easily ...

Skip the winter doldrums and grow a rainbow of pretty spring blooms by forcing bulbs to flower inside your home.

You can grow berries in containers in small spaces, and here an experienced horticulturist discusses the five easiest berries for a deck, balcony, or patio ...

They say you never get a second chance to make a first impression, and that goes for your home as well. Follow these designer ...

Many plants can be grown from seeds, but sometimes it's worth buying seedlings because not all plants grow quickly or easily from seeds. Here are 12 plants that are best purchased as seedlings or a ...

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Boost the beauty and pollinator appeal of your gardens and containers with flowering bulbs. A combination of spring- and fall ...