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One of the most popular ways to grow plants is container gardening. Instead of planting flowers, vegetables, herbs etc. into the ground, they are planted in containers. Container gardening has become increas- ingly popular as people move to smaller homes without yards and as the weather gets hotter globally and folks do not want to tend to large yards for hours at a time. Water consumption is also a consideration for many. Garden centers now sell containers filled with gorgeous flowers and foliage that are ready to take home or you can buy the supplies to design your own. The inter- net is full of ideas for creating a stunning container using various plants of differing colors and textures. Check out one of the better ones we have found: 24 Stunning Container Garden Designs. Whether you are a beginner or experienced gardener, the tips below will help you cre- ate, grow and maintain a beautiful, produc- tive container garden. The Benefits of Container Gardening • Planting in containers makes garden- ing possible when yard space is limited or unavailable i.e. condominiums, apartments, urban spaces. • Container gardening uses a special soil mix that is light and airy. This is a great option for gardeners with hard, compacted soil that is less than ideal for planting. • Traditional gardening can be very physical. Container gardening requires less digging and bending, so a better option for those with physical limitations. Palm Growing in a Container on My Patio • Some backyards do not have enough sunlight to grow many types of flowers and vegetables. To overcome this, place containers in sunny locations that perhaps couldn't be planted otherwise- i.e. drive- ways and walks. • Container gardening allows the begin- ner to start small without becoming over- whelmed with a large garden. • Container gardening is a great way to bring nature to your back door. Landscap- ing your deck and patio with containers ("deckscaping" and "patioscaping") creates a beautiful outdoor living area. Selecting a Container This is a great way to express your person- al creativity and create an outdoor living space that reflects your style. Groupings in odd numbers that display a cohesive theme work best. Container Size As a general rule, the goal is to find a con- tainer that is in scale with the mature size