kinnaree1 / Getty Images Lavender(Lavandula spp.) is an asset in any garden. These three cultivars from the four main species of lavender are all good choices for growing as potted plants. kinnaree1 / Getty Images Add coarse sand, vermiculite and perlite to the potting mix for improved drainage. Lavender plants won’t tolerate soggy soil so allow your potted plants to dry before watering deeply and thoroughly. Check the soil on a regular basis by poking in a finger....

Bring Fresh Aromas to Your Garden The Spruce / Adrienne Legault Lavender(Lavendulaspp.) Flowers usually bloom in summer and have a signature scent that is somewhat spicy but also calming. It will grow at a moderate pace, often adding a few inches to its size each year. The Spruce / Adrienne Legault Note that lavender can be toxic to pets. Where to Plant Plant lavender in the ground in your sunniest spots....

in just a single season. Lemon balm also has the tendency to bolt if exposed to too much water or not maintained properly. Once the plant blooms, the flavor of its leaves will change, causing them to taste bitter. The Spruce / Krystal Slagle Take care to never remove more than about 25 percent of the plant’s mass at any one time. Light In both indoor and outdoor environments, lemon balm loves asunny spot....

Clumps of lemongrass form from bulbs and feature coarse, wide leaves. This tropical or subtropical perennial can be grown in the ground, in containers, or even in water. It’s often grown as an annual in temperate zones. Philippe Gerber / Getty Images Note that this plant is toxic to pets. To start from seed indoors, sow in flats three weeks before the last frost in yourgrowing zone. Where to Plant Choose a spot in full sun with good drainage....

This easy-to-grow annual is a classic for beginner and expert gardeners alike. Most types of lettuce grow quickly, maturing in five to eight weeks. Some gardeners plant a second crop of lettuce as the days grow cooler in fall. The Spruce / Kara Riley Leaf lettuce has the greatest number of varieties available and is the most popular key in for home gardens. Or, start seeds inside around five weeks before your area’s projected last spring frost date....

Kwangmoozaa / Getty Images Lettuces are cool weather cropsusually planted in early spring. If you want to grow only baby lettuces, sow seeds four to five weeks before final frost. If choosing one of these methods, plant seeds six to seven weeks before the first frost. Kwangmoozaa / Getty Images Want more gardening tips? Others may require up to 100 days. For successfulautumnand early winter harvests keep in mind the following key factors....

The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova Ligulariais a substantial genus of plants perfect forproblem areas in your landscape. With just a little bit of care, this tall ornamental brings color and structure to the garden. How to Grow Ligularia Success with ligulariais all about location. The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova Want more gardening tips? Too much sun and afternoon heat causes droopy flowers and wilting of large leaves. Soil This is a moisture-loving genus that needs soil to stay constantly moist....

Flowering trees and shrubsadd loads of charm to the home landscape. The other is Teddy Bear magnolia. A ten-gallon pot will accommodate, however annual pruning includingroot pruningmay be required. ficio74 / Getty Images Light Little gem magnolia performs best with six or more hours of sunlight daily. Morning light is ideal with partial shade, two to six hours, in the afternoon. Organically rich, loamy soil is ideal so consider working in aged compost at planting time....

The round, fleshy, semi-succulent green leaves are tougher than spinach. When cooked, they acquire a viscous consistency similar to okra. Gardeners tout longevity spinach for its taste and nutrition, as it’s very nutrient-dense. Shahidul Hasan Roman /Wikimedia Commons/ CC BY-SA 4.0 Longevity spinach is a perennial in USDA Zones 9-11 and grown as an annual in climates with chilly winters. It lends itself to container-growing and can be grown indoors during the winter....

This spikey succulent shrub belongs to the dogbane family (Apocynaceae). The plant bears large, fragrant white flowers in the spring and into the early summer. Grown as a houseplant, Madagascar palm rarely blooms. The Spruce / Danielle Moore Outdoors, Madagascar palm is planted into the landscape in the spring. In its native habitat, it often grows over 20 feet tall. When planted in the landscape, it typically tops out at 10 to 15 feet....

The fallfruit will attract birds to your landscape. Plant your magnolia tree in the ground in a hole at least as deep as its root ball. Moist, well-drained soil is best, but this species can thrive in a variety of conditions. The Spruce / K. Dave These magnolias are often planted in rows to act as a privacy screen or to define property lines. Once established, they can do well in a full sun position in moist, rich soils....

Harvest Your Own Fruit in Just a Few Years The Spruce/K. Dave Amango tree(Mangifera indica) is tricky to grow but can be rewarding. After flowering, mango trees bear fruit three to five months later. The Spruce/K. Dave Mango trees grow best in tropical and warmer subtropical climates where there is no danger of frost. In the United States, mango trees grow in California, Florida, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico. They should be planted in the spring and are generally fast-growing....

This large white flower has six petals with a ball-shaped center of bright yellow stamens. The flower’s nectar especiallyattracts bees in spring. It’s sometimes called fried egg flower, for its uncanny resemblance to a very large fried egg. The Spruce / Randi Rhoades Learn more about how to grow, care, and contain the Matilija poppy plant. Their tendency to be aggressive spreaders is a consideration. If planting nursery plants, be careful while transplanting to handle the roots gently....