Irrigation tubing laid out ready to install next to a container

Why Spring Is the Best Time to Set Up Drip Irrigation for Containers

  CONTAINEDBRILLIANCE Spring is Calling Spring has officially arrived, and if you’re anything like me, that first hint of warmth has you itching to get back in the garden, pondering your containers and what you’ll tuck into them this season. But before the shopping and planting frenzy begins, there’s one thing I’d encourage you to…

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Holiday Gift Guide for Container Gardeners

Holiday Gift Guide for the Container Gardener in Your Life

  CONTAINEDBRILLIANCE It’s December, and like many of you, my inbox is overflowing with “last chance” deals, countdown clocks, and limited-time offers. And while I appreciate a good deal, I try not to let all the noise dictate my spending. Instead of clicking impulsively, I keep a running list of thoughtful gift ideas throughout the…

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Faux white Hellebores mixed with live plants in winter container

Faux and Fabulous: Stylish Tips for Winter Containers

  CONTAINEDBRILLIANCE Have you ever watched the game show Is It Cake? Contestants craft cakes that look exactly like everyday objects, trying to fool celebrity judges into thinking they’re the real deal. It’s a whimsical concept that playfully questions our perception of reality. I like to play a similar game in my container planting designs…

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