Just today I was able to go out into the garden and cut flowers for our dining table (photo above). It's comfort to my soul to be able to grow flowers for our own home.
It seems like every day we get questions about plants for narrow spaces. This might be a tight area between buildings, between a sidewalk and the house, or maybe along a garage wall or fence. Choosing an inappropriate plant for such a situation will surely bring troubles down the road. There are a
The plants at your borders are the most visible part of the garden, Choose plants that attract attention by considering size, color, shape, texture and season of bloom.
Looking to grow an herb garden at home? Here are 38 fun herb garden ideas to inspire your green thumb into action!
Lately I've been thinking/dreaming a lot my "Forever Home" and the design details I imagine adorning this house! One of the things I find myself drawn to time and time again are pea gravel gardens. They are so simple and understated, yet so incredibly beautiful. The natural look
If asked to recommend one Spring flowering garden plant, I would answer with Candytuft, a pretty evergreen perennial! Here's why!
A desirable ornamental Mullein, Verbascum 'Southern Charm' is a short-lived perennial with abundant, graceful spikes smothered with uniquely colored flowers in pastel shades of creamy yellow, soft lavender and peach, each adorned with a fuzzy purple eye. Blooming over a long flowering period extending from late spring to late summer (if properly deadheaded), with a possible fall rebloom, the flower stalks rise elegantly from a handsome low-growing rosette of woolly, ovate, silvery-green leaves. Easy to please, this hardy perennial will readily bloom the first year when started from seed. 'Southern Charm' is ideal as a background plant in flower borders and cutting gardens where each plant will produce hundreds of flowers.
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Even the smallest garden will benefit from the addition of a tree – but which type to choose?
While you need plenty of sun to grow many of the better-known flowers for cutting, there are several excellent cut flowers that thrive in the shade.
Looking for a garden border and edging ideas for your landscape? Take a look below: #1.
In a few weeks, the attractive blue flowers of Caryopteris will appear. This small shrub (or some may argue that it is a perennial due to its growing habit) is extremely easy to grow and is tolerant of drought. It is native to East Asia and common names include
Planning the slope your yard is difficult and expensive. But these 50+ hillside landscaping ideas with small budget will bring your dream comes true.
What is a good tree for a small backyard? Small trees for flower beds. Small trees for landscaping. Dwarf trees for landscaping. Fastest-growing small trees. Trees with small root systems. Very small trees for small gardens
Garden landscape wall print. Hang it anywhere in your home! If purchased, you will receive a download link from Etsy via email. All you have to do is print it (to your desired size) and then frame it in whatever frame you choose!
There are number of advantages of having your own potting bench - no more tired arms, legs and back and potting activity will be much more organized.
JARDIN - Marielle, jardinière amateure mais passionnée, a planté de nombreuses variétés tropicales et creusé deux bassins, pour attirer les oiseaux et les animaux. Quand ils ont acheté leur maison dans la Loire, près de Saint-Etienne, ce n'était certainement pas pour le jardin. “Il était en pente, avec un vis-à-vis terrible, une route passante et […]
Moody & Modern LANDSCAPE DESIGN: Garden Studio Design ARCHITECT: Eric Olsen Design BUILD: Devco Homes INTERIOR DESIGN: Raili Clasen PHOTO: Karyn Millet Photography The project name says it all. Our “Moody and Modern” creation is a testament to the perfect collaboration between renowned architect Eric Olsen and surf-style extraordinaire Raili Clausen. This Corona Del Mar […]
Kangaroo Paw, Anigozanthos: "Bizarre Beauty" If you're not familiar with this unique looking plant, then consider this your lucky day. This relatively rece
Use this guide to find the best shade perennials for your garden, plus get care tips for helping these plants thrive in your landscape.
