Flower Garden

A great way to re-purpose an old stock tank is by turning it into a container garden. New stock tanks make interesting garden containers as well, available in several shapes, depths and sizes for...

Asiatic lilies are non-fragrant, brightly colored lilies that are a great addition to any flower garden. Add some Asiatic lilies to your flower garden with tips from a third-generation flower...

The key to keeping deer out of a garden is to use strong-smelling spices, such as cayenne pepper or even cinnamon. Don't let deer destroy your garden with tips from a third-generation flower...

Umbrella-shaped trellises can be used to decorate the garden or lawn and to create unique, upright sprays of flowers. Use umbrella trellises to grow climbing flowers such as climbing roses,...

Gardening is a valuable exercise for children. The fresh air, sweet smell and learning experiences are immeasurable. Children can learn about flowers and the part they play in the nature. They can...

Designing a flower garden takes more than just considering your flowers, you must consider trees, grasses, rocks and water as well. Design a beautiful flower garden with guidance from a...

When lighting your garden, you want to highlight or light up the most beautiful trees first. Discover some ideas for how to light your garden with tips from a third-generation flower grower in...

Arranging a garden window is both a pleasure and a challenge for indoor gardeners. The gardener needs to position the plants so that they are displayed well and arranged to get the best light, all...

Roses are one of the most elegant and beautiful flowers. Most people not only like the beauty of roses, but the wonderful scent as well. Anyone with a garden wants to have beautiful roses in...

Raising a flower bed gives you control over your soil type and drainage. For yards that have water-logged soil or are prone to floods, raising your flower bed means the difference between a...

Human hair is made of protein, and as it degrades, it releases nitrogen into the soil. Mississippi State University research concluded that human hair mixed mixed with compost is an effective...

You may already have a design in mind of the way you want your flower bed to look. Shrubs add interest to any flower bed and highlight the flowers planted with them. Evergreen, deciduous or...

Honeysuckle is not only a beautiful plant, but it has a very sweet scent that many enjoy having in their garden. It is a great plant to enhance the scents around your home and it is very hardy! ...

Mulch in your garden or in your yard has many functions. It can provide a weed barrier, improve appearance, help retain moisture in your soil and for your garden or yard plants. It also can help...

Mexican Heather blooms every summer with small, colorful blossoms in shades of pink and purple. The plant won't do well in cold climates, where it is considered to be an annual. But if the weather...

It can be frustrating when deer eat up your garden after all the hard work you put into it. It is also discouraging and keeps you from growing the fruits and vegetables you want to grow. Take...

Calla lilies are beautiful flowers. Although they are considered a weed in some countries, that doesn't automatically mean they will sprout anywhere, at any time, under any condition. They need...

Want to have a hardy & colorful flower garden all summer and into fall? With a little work now you can enjoy your blooms all season long with a minimal effort later. This works for annuals and...

The Rose of Sharon is a type of flowering shrub also known by its more formal name of Hibiscus Syriacus. It is a sun loving plant that produces large bell shaped blooms that appear in mid summer...

Rose of Sharon hibiscus plants feature beautiful bright green leaves and pink to purple flowers with broad petals and distinctive, cone-shaped centers. These cheerful plants lend a tropical feel...

Surround yourself with butterflies when you create a patio garden filled with brightly colored flowers, vines and foliage. Even in a small space, butterflies are attracted to certain plants that...

Bidens are garden plants featuring long green stems and small yellow blooms that resemble that of a daisy, with larger and fewer petals. While they are not suited for garden pots due to their...

Trailing flower plants can be very beautiful in your garden. The problem with trailing flower plants is that they have a tendency to grow all over the place and take over every other plant in your...

Landscaping with large rocks adds a dramatic natural element to your flower garden. Rocks for gardens come in a wide variety of sizes, colors and textures. Planning is an essential part of...

Fairy gardens appeal to the fantasy lover. There might be nothing more enticing than the idea of stumbling upon a tiny garden inhabited by wee, magical folks creating a bit of innocent mischief....

Rabbits can seem cute, but they can wreak havoc on your flower and vegetable garden. While most people associate rabbits with vegetables like carrots and lettuce they will also eat the tender...

How lovely it is to have a flower garden in your backyard that attracts colorful butterflies. Not only are they beautiful to look at, but they help to pollinate your garden. Butterflies are a...

Butterfly gardens create safe spaces for butterflies, caterpillars and other beneficial insects, as well as fill outdoor spaces with color and fragrance. They also encourage gardening without the...

Southern magnolia trees are prized plants indigenous to the southeastern area of the United States, ranging as far north as North Carolina, down to mid-Florida, and as far west as Texas. The tree...

Planting an outdoor garden requires a lot of work. The work begins even before you plant the garden, because the soil must be cultivated and tilled so it can be used. Choosing when to plant your...

Moth balls contain one of two ingredients that work to kill moths and other insects. These ingredients are naphthalene and para-dichlorobenzene. Moth balls can be used outdoors as well as indoors....

Trying to Stop weeds from growing in a garden can be an exhausting task to repeat over and over. Here are three techniques to try, that may keep weeds from growing back.

Ever want a beautiful cottage garden like the ones you see in magazines, but didn't know where to start? Ever wanted to have a fun space for your kids? Well, you can have them both. This...

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...

Every week, you spend hours removing persistent weeds from your flower garden. No matter how many you pull, new ones pop up in their place. You can prevent these pesky weeds from growing in your...

Iron is essential for plants to flourish, performing a vital role in producing chlorophyll, a green pigment involved in the absorption of light required for plant growth. An iron deficiency causes...

Butterfly bushes can be the main attraction of a leafy and lush garden of flowers and herbs. These bushes attract beneficial insects such as butterflies and hummingbirds. They are sturdy plants...

A rain garden or retention pond is a planned depression designed to catch rainwater runoff from impervious areas like roofs, driveways, sidewalks and patios. Homeowners across the country are...

Building a path in the garden or yard using sand gives the garden or yard a tropical-beachy look, especially if you use a soft sand, like the sand found on Florida beaches. The base of the sand...

Very few things are more pleasing to the senses as a beautiful garden retreat. It doesn't have to be grand in scale; it can be rather small and still be a delight. One of the most charming parts...

Hollyhocks give gardens a cottage charm. In a sunny location against a fence their tall bell-shaped flowers become an enchanting focal point. Hollyhocks are easy to winter over in a garden if...

Believe it or not most garden soils are acidic. Let's see what we can do to correct this.

Sweet Annie is a variety of artemisia, or wormwood, often grown for its sweet-smelling leaves and blooms. This herb keeps its scent, which makes it a good choice for fresh flower arrangements....

Garden phlox, with most varieties towering around three feet tall, make the backdrop to many English or country garden designs. These tall beauties area easy to grow, attract butterflies, and...

Building a border around your garden provides a clear and designated boundary, allowing you to grow plants within its confines and use it as a line that children shouldn't pass. Whether in the...

Add a touch of whimsy to your garden by converting an old bed frame into a real flower bed. Old iron frames work best for this. Find one at an antique or junk store and give it a fresh coat of...

When you first prepared your perennial bed, you painstakingly removed all the weeds. You added compost and fertilizer to the ground, before you put the perennial plants into their new beds. Maybe...

If you love to garden, you probably aren't too fond of weeds, and grass that grows anywhere other than the lawn is considered a weed. Like any other weed, grass is persistent and, unfortunately,...

Keeping grass out of your flower beds requires a little effort on your part. A hard plastic barrier, more commonly known as landscape edging, keeps out invading grasses and provides a quick way to...

Blue plants and flowers are unusual and so exotic. You can use them to paint your garden or deck with bold color. Finding true blue flowers can be a challenge, so I've done the research for you.