Growing a papaya tree from seeds can be a very interesting task if you have a balcony where you can keep the plants. This is ...

Almond trees might not be your first thought when looking for plants to grow in containers, but these spring-blooming trees deserve more attention. Even in small and compact spaces, it is possible to ...

Flowering trees can transform a dull patio into an at-home oasis, and bring a sense of tranquility to your backyard. However, if you aren't ready to fully commit to planting a tree directly into the ...

Not all trees thrive in containers. The best trees for pots are those that only reach certain heights and that can survive living in slightly confined spaces. Fortunately, there are plenty of options ...

The fragrant fruit and flowers are what make lime trees so popular. With fruits perfect for juicing, adding to drinks, or using in desserts, they make fantastic fruit trees for warmer climates.

Question: I’d like to grow my own fruit trees, but I’m short on space. Can I grow fruit trees in containers? Answer: We’re happy to say yes, you can. One of the great pleasures in life is picking ...

Potted trees can be a wonderful way to add greenery to your space, whether it's a pop of color on the balcony or a leafy sentry guarding your front door. In essence, containers allow you to put ...

Maybe you know your watering, pruning, and fertilizing well enough to get your fruit trees and bushes to produce something edible out of a pot. Maybe the bugs won’t infest, and the deer won’t eat ...

Question: In March of this year I planted a 2-foot tree with few leaves. It now has grown to 4 feet with a wide spread of branches. It is planted in an 18-inch pot in the southeast section of my yard.

Flowers aren’t the only plants that’ll grow in containers. Even trees will grow in pots if you give them big enough ones and are willing to put in the watering and fertilizing effort. Now’s a good ...

The houseplants are back inside, the pots of annuals have been emptied and the containers won’t be replanted until the spring. But in this rush to lay bare the winter garden, we may be missing an ...