This article may contain affiliate links that Yahoo and/or the publisher may receive a commission from if you buy a product or service through those links. The key? Using empty soda cans! Placing cans ...

I plan to try gardening in some containers this year and would like some advice on how to be successful, since this is my first try. — Jerry Johnson, Park Ridge There are many different types and ...

Filling large planters with potting soil can get expensive. What choices do you have to fill the lower portion of your planter to cut down on cost yet still promote drainage? You can find dozen of ...

Ready to get creative with your planter? Now it’s your turn to fill planters with lots of foliage and flowers. First, make sure the containers have adequate drainage, and use a good potting soil.

I've spent years planning, designing, and planting to ensure my yard is colorful all year long. Part of my success is careful use of planters. If you stand at the edge of your yard in any season, you ...

Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at [email protected]. I bought two really large pots to place around my pool and want to ...

Question: Our two neighboring operations are looking at purchasing a new corn planter and/or a new bean planter together to take advantage of some economies of scale. The corn planter would probably ...

Large planters are great for making a dramatic display outdoors, but often require multiple bags of soil, making the filled pot absurdly heavy and next to impossible to move around — not to mention ...