Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A selection of plants growing in planters Drainage is a hugely important element for growing any plants in a planter or container.

It's best not to put a plant directly in hole-free container because limited drainage can cause root rot. If your favorite planter has no holes, keep the plant in its original nursery container within ...

For years, gardeners were told to put rocks or gravel in the bottom of planters to improve drainage. In theory, it allows water to flow freely out of the pot while also reducing the amount of space we ...

You'll get the best results when drilling ceramic, porcelain, or concrete with a masonry bit tipped with carbide or diamond. A carbide bit will be slower going than diamond. You can also use a ...