Container Gardening Basics

Get started with Container Gardening! Learn how to grow an assortment of fruits, vegetables, herbs, and flowers where space is limited, including tips on choosing plants and reusing soil.

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Container Gardening: The Complete Beginner’s Guide

If you are new to gardening, containers offer a relatively controlled environment to develop the skills needed to grow various …

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10 Differences Between In-Ground And Container Gardening

Are you stuck trying to decide between container gardening and growing your plants in the ground? Let’s fix that. In …

Container Gardening Tips

11 Practical Container Gardening Tips (That Actually Work)

Started a container garden but not getting the results you expected? Let’s fix that! A few years ago, I found …

19 Best Vegetables For Container Gardening (With Pictures)

Are you looking for the easiest vegetables to grow in your container garden? Then, here is a list of 19 beginner-friendly veggies for you to try. I’ve included growing requirements …

“How To” Guides & Tutorials

Learn how to grow and care for various container plants using the instructions in our step-by-step tutorials.

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How To Grow Tomato Plants In Pots (Beginner’s Guide)

Growing tomatoes in pots is a fun and exciting way to produce tasty tomatoes in limited spaces. We can grow …

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How To Grow Lettuce In Containers From Seed (Step-By-Step)

Do you want to grow lettuce in containers but don’t know where to begin? Thankfully, lettuce is one of the …

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Repotting Leggy Aloe Vera Plant (A Simple Guide)

Is your plant growing out of control? If so, repotting your leggy aloe vera plant can help it stay healthy, …

When Do You Need To Water Aloe Vera Plants?

Generally, you need to water Aloe Vera plants at least once every 2 to 3 weeks during the warm, dry months and less often during winter or rainy seasons, allowing …

Latest Articles

Here you’ll find recently published articles about Container Gardening, including answers to common questions and concerns.

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7 Affordable Containers for Growing Vegetables At Home

It has never been easier to start a garden at home. In fact, all you need are some containers for …

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21 Practical Tips For Container Gardening On A Budget

If you intend to get started with container gardening on a budget, it will take some creativity and resourcefulness.  In …

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How To Reuse Potting Soil In Container Gardens

As a gardener, you know that potting mix can be expensive. Thankfully, it is possible to reuse potting soil from …

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How To Keep Bugs Out Of Container Gardens (Practical Guide)

The most effective way to keep bugs out of container gardens is to grow your plants in an insect-proof structure …

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How To Fertilize Container Plants (The Basics)

Do you want to learn how to fertilize container plants and have them produce as much or even more than …

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How To Water Container Plants (Practical Guide)

The easiest way to water container plants is to use a watering can to soak the potting mix until water …

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Potting Soil For Container Gardening (A Beginner’s Guide)

Did you know that potting soil for container gardening does not actually contain dirt? Well, at least those made in …

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How To Plan A Container Garden (Simple Guide)

Learning how to plan a container garden can completely change the way you see and use small spaces around your …

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How To Grow Corn In A Pot (A Beginner’s Guide)

Learning how to grow corn in a pot is a fun way to get started with gardening, especially if you …

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Can We Keep Aloe Vera Plant At Home?

Yes, we can keep Aloe Vera plants at home in pots or in the ground, so long as we can …

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Can Aloe Vera Grow In Water?

Aloe vera can grow in water, provided it receives the nutrients and light needed to function. Ideally, it should be …

repotting leggy aloe vera plants

Repotting Leggy Aloe Vera Plant (A Simple Guide)

Is your plant growing out of control? If so, repotting your leggy aloe vera plant can help it stay healthy, …