Wednesday, April 30, 2008

flower gardening - do it right the first time

Herb gardens can be grown both indoors and out. Sometimes the backyard garden doesn't work for everyone.

Whichever your garden is, great care should be taken in the designing stage. There are several ways to control the weed population in your garden.

Plants that trail look fantastic in hanging baskets, those that tend to grow straight up look out of place most of the time. It is a good idea to work your soil in the fall. Its important you look for good soil and containers before the season is over.

Follow these simple guidelines. Another thing to determine is how much space you will need and what vegetable you are going to be able to grow. In the spring when the soils are getting warmer and the microorganisms are more active.

Make sure you always take the time to pick what plants and trees you want for your garden. Now open your mind up a bit and get going.

Tuesday, April 29, 2008

water gardening prerequisites

Copying English gardens, using roses and clematis can only go so far. Nature is imperfect, and when all else fails, remember what is going on the bench and don t stress.

The pictures of perennials that are included in this landscape plan are provided in the photo gallery at the top of the page. Hundreds of years ago when a gardener needed a specific tool, they did not jump in their car and run to the gardening store for that special tool.

If you live in an area that receives an abundance of snow, you want to avoid pruning the top of your hedges flat. Weeds that come after you have planted your garden should be rid of before they get past 3 inches tall. When gardeners think of ground covers, the goal is to cover barren ground, control erosion, and/or suppress weeds.

Another helpful hint is to stake out your garden so you know where you are going to plant your vegetables. Once you have selected your grasses make sure that the soil is prepared correctly before planting. If you have a disease you will want to prevent it from spreading.

You can always ask your local agriculture office for more tips. Fallen leaves, tree bark and bushes offer such needed protection for our beautiful friends.

Monday, April 28, 2008

gardening forum - what you need to know

Garden weeds tend to grow rapidly while producing a large number of seeds and will spread very aggressively. Define walkways through your garden or gazebo.

Small flowers adorn the plants. Most are without steady access to natural water and are in shaded spots, as they are being hung under pergolas or rafters.

These grasses will begin to show growth once the ground temperature becomes stable and warm. Weeds that come after you have planted your garden should be rid of before they get past 3 inches tall. When gardeners think of ground covers, the goal is to cover barren ground, control erosion, and/or suppress weeds.

Follow these simple guidelines. Now taking all of that into consideration, you should be able to tell how many rocks or how many tons you need for your garden. The plants or flowers are also very nice to look at, but an added bonus is if you use decorative pots.

A good rule for watering is to check the soil and if it is dry then add water. Now get gardening.

Sunday, April 27, 2008

indoor gardening - it's all here

Copying English gardens, using roses and clematis can only go so far. Tomatoes are easy to grow, both in a container and in your very own garden.

Insert 8-foot poles every three feet along both sides of a path. Here are some popular choices for you to consider, kiwi vine or actinidia kolomikta, while without a strong scent, this vine has a heart shaped leaf.

Plants that trail look fantastic in hanging baskets, those that tend to grow straight up look out of place most of the time. They can grow from vines that reach a certain point and will stop growing. There are many hand tools that have been proven effective on small weeds.

The root, if prepared properly, is a tasty beverage and a very good coffee substitute. Most plants kept indoors prefer controlled temperatures; ideally the temperatures should be between 65 and 75 during the day and 60 to 65 at night. When the weather turns warm, put the plants outdoors and bring them in at nighttime.

Before long, you will be able to enjoy fresh herbs with your meals. I love to have a beautiful garden, and you will too.

Saturday, April 26, 2008

gardening equipment - just like mom used to do it

The rock garden can be cut from the already existing ground following the natural contours of the soil. Nature is imperfect, and when all else fails, remember what is going on the bench and don t stress.

They also make your garden the most kid-friendly place in your neighborhood. You also need to choose plants that are designated for your region's climate.

Usually the kitchen receives a great deal of sunlight and of course, the water is nearby when the herbs need it. If you are wondering how large your flowers will be, you can usually tell by the size of the bulbs. In addition, soil type and drainage, sunlight exposure, rapid temperature variations, and absolute winter low temperatures can all affect the over-winter survival of a plant.

Gardener's have a saying "kill your plant with kindness". By planting the slow and fast maturing vegetables near each other you will be able to harvest the fast ones providing more room for the slow growing vegetables. When the weather turns warm, put the plants outdoors and bring them in at nighttime.

Remember to keep your pruners sharp and clean and away from children. Now get gardening.