These small ecosystems add color to your yard and improve biodiversity. Xavi Talleda / Getty Images A container water garden allows you to bring new plants and wildlife into your backyard in a way ...

1. Locate your garden so it receives at least six hours of sun a day. 2. Choose containers with dark-colored interiors to give an impression of greater depth and to discourage algae growth. 3.Use ...

If you think you don’t have the time or room to create a water garden, think again. With a little bit of creativity, you can make a miniature version for your patio, deck or balcony. You’ll not only ...

An explainer outlines how backyard water features provide wildlife habitat and pest benefits, while detailing safeguards to ...

Friends on the island of Kauai, where we vacation every winter, inspired me to experiment with a container water garden last summer. My three friends have very different potted ponds but their Zone 11 ...

With container gardening, it's surprisingly easy to slip into unsustainable practices—here's how to keep it green. Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, ...

If you love the idea of a pond but didn't think you had the space, you are in luck! There's a pond for any space, and you can even have a pond right on your patio. This is a great option for renters ...

Now that it’s officially summer, vacation season swings into high gear. That means gardeners will be leaving their yards in nature’s hands for a week or two – maybe more. That can be risky for some ...