Planting Projects

There’s nothing like crisp autumn temps to kill off what was left of a once-beautiful window box planting. But that doesn’t have to mean the end of your outdoor decor. Redo your window planter using harvested materials from your garden and create some fall-themed curb appeal.

Renew, recycle, reuse – it can apply to your garden, too! Learn how to make a unique garden planter out of an old dresser drawer. It’s an easy, inexpensive way to bring whimsy and color to the garden, as well as repurpose damaged furniture otherwise headed for the landfill.

Consider something crisp, nutritious and beautiful for your decorative pots when the gardening weather is cool. This quick and easy lettuce container can make your patio beautiful, your salad bowl full and your neighbors envious of your good taste!

Growing plants in containers is easy if you follow a few basic rules.

The “growing season” may be over, but that doesn’t mean your containers have to be. No matter where you live, you can add a little something to your pots, urns and window boxes every month of the year to keep them seasonally beautiful.

Creating container gardens is actually very simple – and a pretty fun project to boot.

Instead of having several different potting mixes for each kind of container plant, vary one good mix by adding sand or leaf mold.

Your summer plantings may have come to a weary end, but your container garden doesn’t have to! Give your tired-looking pots a seasonal makeover and welcome autumn with fall-loving plants. Here’s one idea to help you get started.

Who says chairs are just for sitting? Turn your seat into something neat and bring garden whimsy to your yard with an easy-to-make, unique planter.

Paper whites are easy-to-force, fragrant bulbs enjoyed during the holiday season. They make great gifts, and kids of all ages can easily master the art of coaxing these pretty plants to bloom indoors.

Fool your spring bulbs into winter bloom. You will add a touch of spring color to your indoor containers.

Curb appeal and gardening go hand in hand, but there’s no need to spend a fortune. Planting a window box is an easy and affordable way to boost curb appeal. Lean the simple steps to planting flowers in a box (and thus, more money in your wallet).

Don’t let limited gardening space or a bad back stop you from growing your own tomatoes. Jim Wilson’s garbage can planter method is an easy and productive way to having a bountiful harvest. Gather your supplies, plant your favorite variety and enjoy amazing tomatoes you won’t want to trash!

Instead of tossing the top of your pineapple in the trash, turn it into a tasty treasure! Once rooted (and with a little patience), pineapple is an easy-to-grow tropical plant that can reward you and your family with sweet fruit for years to come!

Bring your container gardening skills to a new level: Add hanging planters to your garden. From porches and sidewalls to arbors and tree branches, hanging beautiful containers at eye level brings unique vertical color to the landscape. Let’s look at the steps to help get you started!

Giant hanging baskets make big impact! Use them on your front porch to welcome visitors, line a walkway or decorate a deck or patio. They’re surprisingly simple to make, easy on the pocketbook and give you a bold blast of color throughout spring and summer!

“Hydroponics” may sound intimidating, but growing plants in water is actually fairly easy. With the right nutrient solution and materials, you can create your own floating garden that and grow all kinds of plants using just a nutrient solution! Even better, a hydroponics garden means you get to bypass common problems like soil pests, weeds and the need to water.

Whether by accident or design, a container garden can give your landscape a whole new look. Our eclectic mix of plants evolves as the seasons progress, our moods change and our tastes vary. So if you like the idea of all that flexibility, try growing one of your own!

Some homes are just made for window boxes, but where you do you start? With some guidance from Learn2Grow, this home gardener turned a 9-foot-long container into a beautiful window box garden that gave her home instant curb appeal. Learn how you can do the same.

Correct potting technique can lead to better plant growth and easier water management. Learn a few tips and tricks from a pro.

Without the proper support, some of your container plants could flop right over. Learn how to give your potted beauties the right stability – and how to install a simple trough trellis to dress up a bare wall or patio with a stunning screen of climbing vines.

Growing plants from seed is lots of fun and rewarding for all ages. (Best of all, it’s not that difficult!) Learn the tips to successful seed starting and begin turning your thumb that deep shade of green. (Now let’s get sowing!)

Looking for a neat indoor planting project? Give terrariums a whirl! Follow this easy step-by-step guide to creating an enclosed garden that can be as simple or intricate as you’d like. With the right preparation and follow-up, your terrarium might just care for itself for years!

Who says that vegetable gardening has to be backbreaking work over long rows? With Square Foot Gardening, you can grow small, efficiently planned gardens and produce lots of vegetables (and flowers) in just a small bit of space.

Looking for a unique idea for your old strawberry pot (or just a neat, different container planting)? Consider planting the pockets with trailing groundcovers or succulents for a fun, new look to an old-time container.

When it comes to creating interesting containers, succulents are often overlooked for the brighter annual and perennial selections. Let it be no more! Not only are succulents drought-tolerant, they’re absolutely beautiful with their interesting foliage and terrific textures – perfect for the gardener with a busy life!

Any way you slice it, this beautiful “succulent pizza” is delectable. With just a few dollars, supplies and 20 minutes, you can create a surprisingly eye-grabbing miniature garden that’s perfect for decorating or gift-giving!

Why spend money on expensive tabletop plant décor when you can create your own? A tabletop standard is a great way to introduce yourself to the art of training and pruning plants for indoor or outdoor use – and you can grow your own in as little as one season.

Why stick with growing tomatoes the old-fashioned way in the ground? Try growing them in the air! A little tomato starter plant can grow in a hanging basket and look just as nice as the typical flowers do (only with delicious results)!

Bulbs can be used just about anywhere, so don’t just sink them into the soil. Try layering your spring bloomers in a whiskey barrel or wheel barrow or milk crate. Their colorful spring blossoms will pop in just about any container you plant them in!