How to lay out a herb garden Making a herb garden requires consistency and maintenance. If you are unsure of where to start, we got your back. Here’s a simple step-by-step guide that answers your questions about how to plant herbs from scratch. Step 1: Pick a place to plant your h...
Flower gardens are a great way to turn your yard into a relaxing and beautiful retreat. And creating them is not as hard as you might think. This guide leads you through everything you need to know to start a flower garden in your own backyard, even if you’re a beginner gardener. Wh...
Moss lawns requireacidic soilwith a pH of between 5.0 and 5.5. If you can, get a soil test to ensure the area where you want to grow your moss lawn meets these conditions. Alkaline soil will need a soil amendment like sulfur to help reduce the pH and allow the moss to grow correctly...
Moss grows easily and can provide a green carpet in your garden all year round. Use a spade or a butcher knife to dig a piece of moss the size of an outstretched hand. This piece will serve as your transplant piece. If you don't have moss already growing in your garden, you can bu...
From the baby-soft feel of a lamb's ear to the irresistible sensation of cool moss through the fingers or the brush of rough seedpods, it is possible to incorporate many different textures into the garden. Do not plant anything that may be dangerous, however, such as prickly roses or ...
Grow bags are easy to use (just buy and start planting) and they’re often better for plant health than traditional plant pots, as they allow the plant roots to breathe. The downsides? Patio garden grow bags don’t last as long as traditional pots or these other options, like a raised...
Pro tip:Always work from the highest point to make the surface as level as possible. Start there and use the compactor to work in an outward motion. 3. Install a border If there’s no border already around the area where your artificial lawn will be, you’ll need to create one. Using...
1. Planning a Container Garden Whether your container will sit on a deck or patio or hang from a railing, the real key to location is sunlight. Plants require six to eight hours of full direct sunlight each day; otherwise, they become spindly and the produce might not ripen before the en...
Finally, seeds are much less expensive than buying plants at the garden store. When to Start Seeds Indoors As a general rule, seeds are started indoors about 6 weeks prior to your last frost date. During a cold spring, it’s better to delay sowing to ensure the soil temperature is warm...
Learn how to grow Sedums with Love the Garden. Sedum plants are easy to grow, produce lots of nectar for pollinators, and provide lovely autumn colour.