These small ecosystems add color to your yard and improve biodiversity. Xavi Talleda / Getty Images A container water garden allows you to bring new plants and wildlife into your backyard in a way ...

1. Locate your garden so it receives at least six hours of sun a day. 2. Choose containers with dark-colored interiors to give an impression of greater depth and to discourage algae growth. 3.Use ...

Friends on the island of Kauai, where we vacation every winter, inspired me to experiment with a container water garden last summer. My three friends have very different potted ponds but their Zone 11 ...

With container gardening, it's surprisingly easy to slip into unsustainable practices—here's how to keep it green. Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, ...

Acontainer water garden is a perfect, low-maintenance plant vessel for homeowners or apartment dwellers. The water adds a cool, refreshing element. The floating plants provide color and drama. Fish ...

Our editors independently select these products. Making a purchase through our links may earn Well+Good a commission You might think you need a yard and a lot of space in order to start a vegetable ...

Spring is all about relishing the warm weather, taking in the colorful blooms, and finally getting to spend time in your garden. And now that we're finally bringing our gardens out of hibernation, ...

Most urbanites, and many suburbanites, are restricted to containers when planting a garden. Containers have a lot of advantages: they’re portable, cheap, and can be placed in awkward places, from ...