It is one of the best hedge roses in that it has a long bloom time, is disease resistant and deadheading is not necessary to keep the plant blooming. Its fragrant flowers look like tea roses and the lovely salmon color is contrasted beautifully by the shiny dark green foliage. Cut the pl...
Another great option is to start a compost pile. Composting is an excellent way to recycle kitchen and garden waste, and turn it into nutrient-rich soil for your plants. You can also make compost tea by steeping compost in water, which can be used as a l...
Take care of the garden beds – remove weeds, add compost, replant dead flowers, add new soil and keep it well moisturized. Now we are ready to get inspired with these 30+ Fresh Flower Bed Designs. Enjoy! 1. Dress up Corners With Flower Beds This is a great idea for the front yar...
Like roses, the Iris genus is also quite diverse. Iris flowers come in various shades and have drooping outer petals with upright inner petals. Removing spent flowers can help to prolong the blooming, which typically occurs from late spring into summer. 48. Red Hot Pokers shutterstock/BabichAndr...
Green plants, flowers and roses can add a natural sense to your office. Don’t overuse plants. Just one or two at the corners are enough. You can use faux plants or real ones, but make sure to match plant pots to your decor.
Use heavy compost for stability but with good drainage. Surround with a few sea-washed pebbles and twisted timber for a landscape in miniature, proving you don’t need a large garden to grow bamboo. The leafy Japanese type used here is also known as the green-onion bamboo because the ...
Garlic is one that is thought to work well in this regard. Many gardeners believe that garlic (as well as leeks, shallots, and onions) will protect roses from aphids if planted nearby. Garlic is also thought to repel Japanese beetles, spider mites, fruit tree borers, and weevils. Mosquitoes...
A level bed with no depressions is less susceptible to frost heaving.RosesThe best method for mulching roses in Northern Illinois is to "hill up" 10-12 inches of well-drained loose soil/compost mix around the base of the plants. If you grow hybrid tea roses you need to protect the ...
Markets and Farming: Epitome of locally grown—everything is used from all parts of plants, to Llama fiber and dung, for dyes, weaving, compost and fuel etc. Crops include numerous beans, potatoes, and corn. View the image gallery here ...
Out with the perfectly sculpted dozen roses and in with the real-to-life arrangements that will make your heart long for the countryside. These pieces incorporate fresh, dried, and silk flowers along with Mason jars, wood boxes, and watering cans. The options for design and color are endless...