container garden, various size plastic pots - Jordan Lye/Getty Images It starts with good intentions and a yogurt tub--or maybe a takeout container. Either way, it's a perfectly decent vessel. So, why ...

Container gardening is a great way to grow plants and vegetables, even if you have limited space. Whether you have a small patio, balcony, or simply want to add some greenery to your home, container ...

For starters, skip the individual bags of compost and the plastic seedling pots. Gardening is one of those soul-affirming, Earth-friendly activities that we're big fans of at TreeHugger. Growing your ...

Many gardeners choose to raise plants in containers or in raised beds. Those with limited gardening space and those who love patio accents find that containers fit the bill. Those with poor soil or ...

Containers for starting seedlings can be drinking cups, cottage cheese and yogurt containers as well as commercial plant trays and coir fiber pots. Use a fine texture soil mix for your starter soil.

It starts with good intentions and a yogurt tub--or maybe a takeout container. Either way, it's a perfectly decent vessel. So, why not give it a second life as a tomato nursery? It feels eco-savvy.

Many gardeners choose to raise plants in containers or in raised beds. Those with limited gardening space and those who love patio accents find that containers fit the bill. Those with poor soil or ...