Flower Garden

According to Purdue University's Department of Horticulture, the definition of an annual is a plant that goes through its life cycle in one season (see References 1). Sometimes other flowering...

If your region has had lots of rain recently, you might have mushrooms in your flowerbeds. Mushrooms thrive in moist environments, so if the problem is not wet weather, it could be improper...

Winter is hard on gardens. Debris from trees and shrubs collects on the beds you cleared off last fall. Weeds begin sprouting long before your hardiest flowers can be transplanted outside....

The most important step you must take in preparing new flower beds--even before purchasing your plants--is to prepare your garden soil. A little work spent preparing the soil will pay big...

Edging gives flower beds a neat look and helps keep weeds out and mulch in. Edging adds interest and texture to the landscape and can be as much a part of the garden design as the flowers...

According to the Azalea Society, there are many, many types of this flower. You can find azaleas in different sizes, colors and blooming times--whatever you need to fulfill your landscape plans....

Everyone that knows me knows that I am getting ready to move. Well I have been trying to do a little packing so when it is time to move I will not have so much to pack. You see I am taking most...

In many parts of the country, drought has become a serious concern. Even where there is no drought, people are concerned about global warming and population growth. Yet, despite our worries,...

There is one thing that makes me gasp when I see it!!! It's when I see wood chip mulch up against a house!!! Oh my! This is just like inviting termites to come on in! The mulch is up against the...

A big investment in a beautiful landscaped yard will bring more value to your home. It’s so eye appealing that people will want to stop and look at what you have created. You don’t need to hire...

An attractive front yard welcomes guests to your home and makes a statement about who you are and what you value. One filled with brightly colored and fragrant flowers creates a cheery entrance...

Flower beds can be used in both the front and back lawns of your home. They can be accents for the architecture or focal points of your curb appeal. Flower beds that are built into your lawn or...

Beautiful flower beds are one of the highlights of summer. However, that can become diminished when you can't make neighborhood cats stop pooping in your flower beds and garden areas. People...

There are many steps you have to take to make sure you have a healthy summer garden. There are factors like water, sun, insects and soil that need to be balanced to be sure your summer garden...

Raised beds are being used more and more for successful planting. Raised beds provide good drainage, a great place for the roots of your plants to penetrate, plus the soil in a raised bed warms up...

If you love outdoor flower gardening but can never decide where to place your flower beds, designing your flower beds online can be an easy and convenient way to try different flower bed designs....

How to spruce up your yard and house for more curb appeal.

As the weather begins to warm and spring approaches, now is a good time to ready your flower beds for the new season. By doing a lot of work at this time, you can spend the warmer spring days...

If your yard is lonley and need some flowers and shrubs here is a very inexpensive way of achieving that. The borders for flower beds are so expensive that by the time you buy those you won't even...

Very few modern gardeners have herbaceous borders in the strictest sense. Most mix in a few other types of plants, such as roses and perhaps a few annuals. In gardening terms, there is very...

Bermuda grass is a great lawn grass in many areas. However, it can be very invasive. Here is how to stop it from invading your beds.

As the cool air starts to creep up on us, it is time to think about getting ready for winter. One of the places that you need to do winter prep is in your flower beds. Many people leave their...

Iris beds need to be thinned every two to three years. This process will encourage healthy plants with loads of beautiful flowers. Follow these steps then sit back and enjoy those gorgeous Iris!

Creating an outline for your flower beds makes your gardening project look polished and complete. With a variety of landscaping materials, such as railroad timbers, bricks, stones or fencing, you...

As winter approaches and nature begins to settle in for a long nap, our flower beds will need a little attention if we want them to produce beautiful, hearty plants in the Spring. With just a few...

Landscaping is often an ongoing project. Actually, that is the beauty of it--you can always find something worthwhile to do in your yard. Using raised beds to accomplish the beauty and aesthetic...