Gardeners everywhere are discovering the benefits of raised bed gardening. Better drainage, warmer soil earlier in spring, and easier access make raised beds an attractive option for growing vegetables, herbs, and flowers. Cedar raised beds specifically offer natural resistance to rot and insects without chemical treatments. After spending three seasons testing different raised bed materials … Read more
I spent three years unable to garden comfortably after a herniated disc made bending over impossible. Watching my tomatoes wither from the deck wasn’t how I wanted to spend my gardening season. That summer, I discovered elevated garden beds, and they literally saved my favorite hobby. The VegTrug Raised Bed Planter is the best elevated … Read more
I’ve killed more houseplants than I care to admit. Dead peace lilies on my bookshelf. A withered herbs garden on my windowsill. Countless succulents that turned into mush because I forgot they existed for three weeks. The guilt was real. If you’re busy, travel frequently, or just struggle with consistent watering schedules, self-watering planters can … Read more
I spent three months testing 10 different large outdoor planters with various tree species on my patio, measuring how each container handled drainage, wind exposure, and temperature extremes. After filling dozens of planters with hundreds of pounds of soil and watching trees thrive or struggle, I learned that choosing the right container makes the difference … Read more
Living in a small apartment shouldn’t mean giving up on growing your own food. I spent three years testing different vertical garden systems on a 4×6 foot balcony, learning through trial and error what actually works. The Greenstalk 5-Tier Vertical Planter is the best vertical garden planter for small spaces because its patented internal watering … Read more
Nothing transforms a home exterior quite like colorful flowers cascading from a well-chosen window box. After researching and testing various options, we found the Lechuza Balconera Color 80 is the best window box for flowers in thanks to its intelligent self-watering system that keeps plants hydrated for up to 12 weeks. Our team spent 45 … Read more
Gardening shouldn’t mean ending your day with aching knees and a sore back. After spending years tending to my own garden beds, I’ve learned that the right equipment makes all the difference between a chore you dread and a hobby you love. The best garden kneeler with tool storage is the Ohuhu Garden Kneeler and … Read more
There’s nothing quite like walking up to a porch filled with cascading greenery and colorful blooms. Hanging planters transform ordinary outdoor spaces into welcoming retreats. The best hanging planters for porches combine durable materials that withstand weather with proper drainage systems that keep plants healthy without creating a mess below. After testing hanging baskets across … Read more
Vertical gardening has become essential for anyone dealing with small outdoor spaces, apartments, or the desire to maximize growing area without expanding the footprint. A planter box with trellis solves this problem by combining soil capacity with vertical support, letting plants grow upward instead of sprawling across your patio or balcony. After researching dozens of … Read more
After spending three seasons testing fabric grow bags on my patio, I’ve learned that not all breathable containers are created equal. Some ripped at the handles within weeks, while others are still going strong after three years of tomato and pepper production. Gorilla 7 Gallon Grow Bags with 600G fabric are the best fabric grow … Read more