This is especially true of smaller plants where groups are necessary to have impact. Short plants can be used in long narrow plantings to create borders on the edge of a bed. There is an exception to the plant 3 or more plants rule. In general, if a plant is l...
Mulch helps to moderate soil temperature and retain soil moisture which is good for the health of your plants. Adding a layer of mulch to your flower beds also improves theappearanceof your beds and suppresses weed growth. Additionally organic mulches provide nutrients to your plants as they brea...
Container planting: Grow hellebores in shaded containers for winter and early spring color. On a hillside: Plant hellebore flowers on a hillside or in raised flower beds to better enjoy their downward-facing blooms. See an excellent example of this planting strategy: A Winter Jewel Box.Companion...
Most flowerbeds that border your home are no wider than 2 to 3 feet, while landscape garden beds can be considerably larger. How deep should a flowerbed be? That depends on the plants you want to put in it, but the minimum depth is at least 6 inches, and 12 inches is preferable. ...
For long-lasting, easy-to-grow color in the garden, few plants rival blanket flower. This sun-loving prairie native with daisy-like flowers needs little care once established, rewarding with months of continuous bloom from late spring to fall. The common name is derived from the bright flower...
Potting soil is specifically designed for areas such as flower beds, while the potting mix is designed for things such as planters,hanging baskets, andwindow planter boxes. Step 3 – Fill Your Window Planter Box with Potting Mix Fill yourwindow box planterto 1”-2” from the top edge with...
Your dog might be your best friend, but not necessarily that of your flowers. Nor are other animals like squirrels, deer and rabbits, as they are equally prone to dig or munch on your carefully planted flowers for their next meal. Take heart, though, bec
Learn how to grow Gypsophila with Love the Garden. This plant works beautifully in the garden, making it perfect for adding a graceful aesthetic to flower beds.
Armadillos have a voracious appetite for grubs and insects. During the night they dig non-stop in their quest for food. This ongoing search can often lead the armadillo into flower beds. Many gardeners wake up to find their beloved flowers and lawns uprooted from one night of feeding by an...
When leaf mulching, you can save cost and time if leaves that fall in hedges, flowerbeds and paths are blown onto the open grass areas where a ride-on mower with a mulching unit can chop the leaves up.Mulch Kit How to install a mulch kit on your Husqvarna lawn mowerLearn moreWhen...