Growing vegetables, herbs and flowers in containers opens up the gardening world, whether you only have space on a patio or wish to keep certain plants close to the kitchen. Whatever the size of the ...

It's a sacred principle of container gardening, but putting crocks at the bottom of a container can do more damage than good. Dig deep: using crocks, left, will reduce the volume of compost that is ...

Perlite, a volcanic rock, is a common ingredient in potting mixes. It improves drainage, aeration and water retention in soil. Perlite is lightweight and can be added to in-ground gardens, but it's ...