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Sensory journey container

Sat, 01 Nov 2008 17:23:18 -0700

Individual oversized herbs in identical containers combine to create an elegant, contemporary vignette. During warm weather, snip a few leaves to flavour summer salads; when summer transitions to fall, dry the leaves for use in wintertime dishes.

Orange and yellow container

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 17:19:21 -0700

Tropical colours of orange, yellow and mango combine to give this container a light, summery air. The contorted hazelnut provides structural interest, while the begonia blooms soften the whole presentation.

High and low container

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 17:13:15 -0700

A red-leaf banana provides height and interest while other smaller tropical plants round out this attractive pair of containers.

Shades of purple container

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 17:08:44 -0700

Generate an abundance of blooms that provide a full season of colour and impact with easy-care “Proven Winners” plants. Enhance the fresh, summery shades of purple and lilac with white outdoor furniture.

Contemporary containers

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 16:57:10 -0700

These tall, contemporary containers make comfortable companions on the patio. They bring the textures of the plantings to eye level for those relaxing alongside and simultaneously define the patio border.

Thwart weeds

Tue, 06 May 2008 01:17:00 -0700

By Sheena Adams

Sheena Adams offers her five top tips on how thwarting weeds.

Spectacular succulents container

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 23:47:00 -0700

Transform an ornate bird bath into a dramatic display of striking succulents. The layer of white rocks not only helps to showcase this sun-loving selection, but also serves to protect these drought-hardy plants from unwanted condensation that could damage the leaves.

Blue and pink container

Sat, 01 Dec 2007 17:29:43 -0800

This container was inspired by the Parterre du Midi at Versailles. A mingling of two favourite colours in the garden, blue and pink, and the use of just three plant varieties, combine to achieve this colourful French look.

Pet precaution

Thu, 01 Nov 2007 15:45:18 -0700

Sharon Hanna

Gardeners take note: a number of plants can be toxic, most particularly to young animals at their most active and curious.

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.