How To Grow Anything Container Gardening Tips & Techniques

Growing your own plants in containers is the perfect way to liven up a living space without much of the hassle associated with traditional gardening. Join horticulture expert Melinda Myers and find out how to plant anything in a container that you would in an in-ground garden, including perennials, annuals, grasses, vegetables, fruits and even trees. First, discover one of the keys to designing a powerful container garden: the "thriller, spiller, filler" method. And, get creative solutions for everyday gardening challenges, including color balance, climate restrictions, privacy with neighbors and pest control. Plus, get her insider tricks for enjoying your plants all year long. Finally, learn how to make eye-catching theme gardens, such as a tropical paradise, a miniature "fairy" garden and a winter garden perfect for holiday parties.

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Melinda Myers - Instructor

Melinda Myers has more than 30 years of horticulture experience. She has authored more than 20 gardening books, including Small Space Gardening (Can't Miss series) and Birds & Blooms' Ultimate Gardening Guide, and she is a columnist for Birds & Blooms magazine. She has also hosted The Plant Doctor radio program, seven seasons of Great Lakes Gardener on PBS and the nationally syndicated YardWorks.

How to Grow Anything: Container Gardening Tips and Techniques: The Great Courses - Course Guidebook

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