"Make your bed" is all about preparing the soil for planting. Every gardener gets excited by the thought of finally getting their hands in the soil. The joy of finally getting to see the flower garden come together in spring is certainly a rewarding experience. However, the...
I've recently been working on my garden (again) and thought that a flower bed would be just the perfect addition. There was an amazing spot in my garden but it seem to have clay soil and I didn't really want toamendit. So my other solution, a raised flower bed. Not only does it...
Edging a flower bed requires a half moon edger or a sharp flat-blade spade and some weight. Facing the bed, make sharp slices in an even line all the way around the bed. Do not remove the edged turf until the end. Turn, and with your back to the bed this time, cut into the tur...
Not to mention it adds a rich, dark color to the edge. This method will make your garden look neat, contained, and beautiful with very minimal effort. Whether you’re starting a new flower bed, or maintaining a current one, we have the tools you’ll need to learn how to edge a ...
How do you start a perennial flower bed? Here are some basic tips for laying out a perennial garden you'll love for years to come. Make a plan. ... Match your garden style with your architectural style. ... Watch the scale. ... ...
This step-by-step guide will teach you how to build a raised flower garden, a type of garden that is elevated above the ground.
Creating a neat edge between your lawn and flower beds is one of the quickest ways to improve your garden's appearance. You can maintain your lawn edge by regularly cutting it, or you can build a barrier to prevent the grass from invading your flower bed
When planning a flower garden, it’s essential to understand your USDA growing zone so you can select plants that will flourish in your location. Also think about whether you want your flower bed to be an eye-catching centerpiece of your landscape, or more subdued and complement other elements...
As any gardener knows, “Make your bed” refers to preparing the soil before planting seeds or bulbs in it. Choose an area for your flower garden that receives 6 hours of direct sunlight per day and has well-draining soil, clearing away grass, weeds and any obstructions from it. When se...
5 | Dig the flower bed(s) Now you’re ready to start doing some work! In most cases, you will need to mix insoil amendmentssuch as top soil, compost and peat moss to make things easier to grow. This will ensure your flower garden has tons of organic matter to draw nutrients from ...