Key Points Potted plants are more vulnerable to cold than those in the ground.Gradually acclimate plants indoors to prevent ...

If you missed the fall planting window, here's how to protect plants in their nursery pots so they survive until spring.

Strawberry plants (Fragaria x ananassa) are a fantastic low-effort crop to grow at home. They are a fairly hardy perennial that comes back year after year to produce fresh fruit for you to enjoy.

Perennial plants being overwintered in pots are subjected to much harsher conditions compared to those in the soil. Because of this, they can be damaged and killed. Fortunately, there are some steps ...

Start prepping potted plants for winter early in the fall. Bring houseplants and tropicals inside before nights dip below 50°F. Hardy perennials can stay out, but add protection with mulch, soil, or ...

This week’s preview of winter gave outdoor perennial potted plants a rude awakening. This sudden winter burst is a timely reminder to start overwintering potted plants. Why take time to protect potted ...

Having relocated from the Midwest to the Pacific Northwest 12 years ago, I was genuinely astonished to see folks cultivating perennials, shrubs and trees in pots, confidently letting them brave the ...

Protect garden plants from cold temperatures, drying winds, and occasional freezes by providing insulation, protecting roots, ...

There are certain plants that won't survive the winter outdoors. Sometimes, people buy plants that they fully intend to keep indoors through winter, like my Living Room Lemon: It goes out for summer, ...

It’s finally cooling off and it’s time to tuck in those potted plants that have decorated our decks and patios all summer. Gardening in containers has increased in popularity over the past few years ...