Here is our how-to guide to edging a flower bed and more gardening tips to keep things looking good. How to Edge a Flower Bed The first step in edging a flower bed is to plan the edge. Like all artists, you have to plan your garden out. After all, isn’t a garden just a ...
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...
You can turn any grass area into a flower bed by removing the grass in the space you want to plant. Once the lawn is gone, till the area 8 – 12” deep, completely breaking up the soil. Edge the area or add a border to keep surrounding grass from creeping into your new flower bed...
To protect flower beds and individual trees and shrubs from these garden pests, use wire fencing made of ¼-inch thick hardware cloth. Place the cloth around the base of trees and shrubs and bury it 4 to 6 inches in the ground, making sure it reaches 18 to 24 inches high. Use the...
Dogs love to dig. Flower beds often have loose soil that is more enjoyable for a dog to play in, but unfortunately, the dog will also dig up your beautiful plants and flowers. You can work on training a dog to stay away from your flower bed, but until th
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
英语翻译dear mrs.white.I just heard the awful to your flower beds.At this moment ,my husband is expanding the fence so the dog will not climb over it again.I would like to talk to you at your convenience about how i might replace the ruined plant
Each will provide an attractive surface that adds a decorative and useful finish to flower beds, around the base of trees and along the edges of paths. Make sure you water the ground thoroughly before you add your layer of mulch. Remember you need to trap the moisture in the soil so ...
Where to plant Chinese cabbage Grow Chinese cabbage in full sun in cool regions and in partial shade in warm regions. Plant Chinese cabbage in well-worked, well-drained but moisture-retentive soil rich in organic matter. Add aged compost to planting beds before planting and side-dress crops wi...
Cutting an edge between a lawn and flower beds involves removing the grass and creating a shallow trench to slow its progress. Stand on the lawn to cut the edge. Push a broad-bladed spade 4 inches deep into the lawn edge, and lever the spade upward. Continue in the same way around the...