Choosing Hardy Plants for Cold Climates. One of the most crucial steps in successful winter container gardening is selecting hardy plants that can withstand cold temperatures and harsh winter ...

These pretty plants make perfect centerpieces for a winter container with their ruffled leaves in shades of green, white, and purple. They are suitable for USDA zones 2 through 11.

The container should be kept cool (around 45-50 degrees) for two or three weeks. When the emerging leaves reach about 3 inches in height, move the container to a sunny window.

When frost does come, I’ve got only myself to blame for any last-minute panics or scrounging for plants by flashlight. Many outdoor container plants winter beautifully indoors, which saves money ...

Cornell Cooperative Extension Oneida County answers home and garden questions which can be emailed [email protected] or call 315-736-3394, press 1 and ext. 333. Leave your question, name ...

Potting the plants. I buy the plants for my container gardens at one time so I can do all my potting simultaneously. I use primarily large pots (14-inch and larger) around our landscape, so I’m ...

Prepare non-winter hardy roses for winter after the plants have been hardened by exposure to several nights of temperatures in the low to mid-20s. Usually, this is early to mid-November in Iowa ...

Plant your seeds in the mix, following the depth recommended on their package labels, and snap on container lids or, if using jugs, use duct tape to affix the top and bottom sections back together.

Many container plants must be stored indoors over the winter, but now you're eager to move them outdoors. Here's what to know about moving overwintered plants back outside in spring.

Containers planted with annuals can add a lot of interest to a garden, and they’re an opportunity to garden as a hobby if you live in an apartment without a yard.

Leave the treated water in a container for a day or two, allowing the fluorides to dissipate reducing leave burn. • House plants grow very slowly during the winter months; therefore, regular ...