There are many, many chores to be done in the spring as the perennial plants start to emerge but staking them is one chore you can avoid if you follow some general principles. But first let’s review the definition of a perennial, these are the plants which die back in the fall with first frost … Read more
Most of us automatically start pulling plants from their pots when the calendar turns to fall, we discard them or try to find a place to put them in the ground. However this might be wasted effort as there are quite a few plants and shrubs which are happy to stay in a pot for … Read more
As we continue the series about keeping plants in containers during the winter, there are a few more rules to know in order to be successful. Be sure to use a container which can withstand the freezing and thawing cycles during the winter. The rule about soil quality is the same as always for pots, … Read more
Just about everyone who does some gardening around their home uses pots for some of their plantings. Pots have the advantage of having a bit more height and versatility since they can be moved from place to place to suit the changing needs of the garden and the landscape. Essential for most containers is size, … Read more