"Who says you can’t grow fruit trees in containers," says Linda. "New ‘dwarf,’ or more compact varieties, are making beautiful, bountiful harvests possible, no matter how petite your patio ...

How to grow clove trees in pots Clove trees might be best known as a spice cupboard essential, but they’re also surprisingly good patio plants.

8 best trees for pots, recommended by professionals Whatever your preferred garden trend, there are the best trees for pots to complement it.

Care requirements: Bright, indirect sunlight; sandy, well-draining soil ...

AUGUST is the perfect time to breathe some new life and beauty into your garden. Now that we’re sadly in the final few weeks of summer, many think it’s time to stop worrying ...

* What it is: Fignomenal is a recently introduced dwarf fig tree that’s geared to growing in pots. It’s capable of delivering fresh figs for weeks to northern gardeners.

A wide variety of plants can thrive in containers that can perk up the appearance of your front porch, deck or patio.

Plants in containers are increasingly finding their way into the garden, especially where the edge of a garden meets the edge of a hardscape feature or driveway.

Now that daytime temperatures are once again in the 90s, it's time to think about ways to conserve moisture in your potted patio plants.

You can grow food in pots on your balcony -- or anyplace else you get some sun. But there are important things to know about container farming. Consider this your starter guide.