Container Gardening
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Wednesday, April 7th, 2010i have small south facing garden and have many shrubs but would like to add some colour in pots
Is there a way of eliminating flatworms from container plants?
Tuesday, April 6th, 2010I’m moving house and don’t want to contaminate my new garden. I don’t think I have any flatworms as it’s two years since I saw one in my garden but I want to make sure.
How can I get rid of slugs and snails without pellets?
Monday, April 5th, 2010I’ve got loads of brown snails and slugs in my container garden destroying everything! What’s the best way to get rid of them without using pellets (I don’t want to use them because I’ve got a dog). I’ve heard of using beer traps, is it just lager you put out for them?
Can I grow peas in a container?
Sunday, April 4th, 2010I have some peas (Pilot) to plant for October. My garden is mostly laid to lawn (kids – football – you get the picture!). Any veggies I do grow are in containers – tomatoes, chillis, carrots. Would peas be ok in a container if I grow them up against a fence for support? I’ve never [...]
Anyone use shipping container as a garden shed? What are the advantages and how much do they cost?
Sunday, April 4th, 2010Which plants do well in pots and containers?
Friday, April 2nd, 2010I want to put some pots around my garden which is mostly graveled and paved. The garden faces north/northeast, but has plenty of sunny spots. I don’t want to only rely on bedding plants in the summer months, as I would like some colour and greenery all year round. Also any other tips for container [...]
I have a zinc water container in my garden which leaks. How can I waterproof the inside?
Thursday, April 1st, 2010The recent heavy rain has filled a large container in the garden which is now full of tadpoles?
Wednesday, March 31st, 2010My youngest insists on keeping them until they become frogs. I love frogs myself but i worry there’s nothing in this container for the little ones to live on. I’m sure that if we put them in the main pond the fish will eat them. Any suggestions?
Container Gardening: Container Herb Garden
Wednesday, March 31st, 2010Container gardening is a great way to grow plants, vegetables and herbs without needing a lot of space. Herbs do especially well and can be grown right outside your kitchen door. In this video, you’ll learn how to use an old farmer’s market basket to make a great container garden. Fill it with your favorite [...]
How to prepare an indoor herb garden container without water leaking after watering the plants?
Tuesday, March 30th, 2010I am new to indoors gardening.I will be putting a screen mesh over the base of the container and rocks on the top before filling the soil in, but I am worried about any excess water that might drip out after watering. I am concerned about the excess watering gathering mosquitoes.Please help
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