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Growing peach trees in containers

Mon, 18 Feb 2008 14:13:12 -0800

Sheena Adams

I would like to grow a dwarf peach tree in a container and espalier it against a south facing wall with an overhang. Any suggestions as to variety of tree to chose, and also size of container, would be much appreciated.

Contained beauty

Thu, 01 Nov 2007 15:36:21 -0700

Sharon Hanna

A new introduction – sea buckthorn (Rhamnus frangula) ‘Fine Line’ – forms a unique focal point for this easy (and deer resistant!) container for a season or two.

Washtubs for succulents

Thu, 01 Nov 2007 13:53:30 -0700

Carolyn Herriot

Carolyn Herriot shows you an innovative way of recycling and reusing old materials in your garden.

Tips on Soil Mixes for Containers

Thu, 16 Aug 2007 07:21:31 -0700

GardenWise offers tips on creating soil mixes for containers.

Tips on Plant Combinations

Thu, 16 Aug 2007 06:01:52 -0700

Not all container plantings must be lush and full of flowers to be beautiful. A single plant, tree or shrub can be stunning in its beauty and impact.

'Baby Brian' African Violet

Tue, 31 Jul 2007 13:26:45 -0700

By Kathleen Freimond

‘Baby Brian’ is used to special treatment – bright lights and regular drinks – so it came as no surprise that there was little bumping or jostling during its journey to Baton Rouge, LA.

Winter Colour

Wed, 01 Nov 2006 16:15:03 -0800

Judith Hogan

Best in full sun or partial shade and hardy to zone 5, ‘Gold Splash’ looks great in containers and has excellent disease resistance.

Daisy-Like Osteospermum

Thu, 01 Sep 2005 20:41:00 -0700

By Judith Hogan

Brightly coloured flowers produced throughout summer and fall are a definite must for patio containers

Create a Living Herb Centerpiece for the Patio

Wed, 01 Jun 2005 12:14:58 -0700

By Sheena Adams

Organic gardening expert, Sheena Adams explains an easy way to create a useful and gorgeous herb centrepiece -- straight from your garden to the table.

Growing Citrus Plants Indoor

Mon, 01 Nov 2004 11:22:49 -0800

By Sheena Adams

Indoor landscaping, also called interior plantscaping, is a growing trend. Today's homeowners are using plants not only to decorate their homes but also to freshen the air they breathe.