Explore 20 inspiring hydrangea gardens for ideas and tips for companion plants, where and when to plant hydrangeas, and how to grow them in the South.
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Just today I was able to go out into the garden and cut flowers for our dining table (photo above). It's comfort to my soul to be able to grow flowers for our own home.
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Spring is almost here! You would be amazed at was a perfectly manicured lawn can do to your home’s curb...
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Let nature lend a helping hand in caring for your roses by planting alongside them flowers and herbs which look out for one another.
HGTV shares some of the best shrubs for shade gardens, including shade shrubs such as oakleaf hydrangeas, Euonymus, viburnum and elderberries that will add color to your garden with their flowers and foliage.
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Unfussy and long-lived, perennials pump out beautiful foliage and flowers year after year
Happy Memorial Day Weekend! They say it’s the unofficial beginning of summer. And that means more time outdoors– sunshine… And for some– gardens, pools and exquisite gardens. That is— if one has the land to accommodate all of that. Alas, I am in an apartment. And before that, I lived in a Townhouse. We had […]
Whether you have a shade garden area or your whole yard doesn’t get much sun, this list of best shade-loving flowers will suit you perfectly.
Le Pavot d'Orient (papaver orientale) est une vivace à magnifiques fleurs colorées. Inspirez-vous de nos 8 belles idées pour bien l'associer au jardin !
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Growing roses by themselves would be an open invitation to the pests and diseases that favor roses. Roses are healthier when we provide them with companion plants which help repel destructive bugs and pests while encouraging beneficial insects. Here, the lovely English rose 'Lady of Shalott' is interplanted with Nepeta (catmint) and Achillea (Yarrow). Easy to grow, these perennials make the apricot chalice-shaped roses appear more vibrant than they would on their own, cover their exposed knees without covering their romantic rose blooms, attract a huge number of insects, are good at keeping rabbits away and flower just as the roses begin to bloom - providing an attractive early and long-lasting display.
Get inspired by this post on cottage garden planning as well as ideas on how you can get this beautiful cottage look yourself!
Clare Foster explains how to grow dahlias, how to care for them, whether they are perennials, and chooses favourite varieties
"QUICK BUY" License Options City Twitchers Garden; flowerbed with Agapanthus 'White heaven', Hydrangea macrophylla 'Nymphe', Campanula persicifolia Alba; Digitalis purpurea Albiflora, Hosta 'Fire and ice', Lamium maculatum 'White Nancy' against white rustic wooden wall with bird houses.- Designer: Sarah Keyser; Sponsor: Living Landscapes; RHS Hampton Court Palace Flower Show 2015 All images featured on the website are © Joanna Kossak. You are free to use my images only on Pinterest.
Purple draws the eye, focusing attention on its deep, rich warmth.Here are nine purple palettes to add courage, power, and warmth to a garden.
Explore 15 of our favorite flowering shrubs, and how to grow them, that aren't hydrangeas. Bring on the curb appeal.
Summer isn't the only time for pretty flowers. Try these varieties in your floral arrangements throughout Autumn.
Een beplantingsplan voor een border met blauwe, paarse en violette planten. Geschikt voor een zonnige tuin en bloei van mei tot september. Bestel direct.
Which plants are essential in a traditional English garden? Roses, hollyhocks, foxgloves, lupins, pinks, and more, with a sprinkling of fruits and vegetables.
There's something oh-so-endearing about a rambling, soft, and colourful cottage garden. From flowering shrubs to groundcover, get started with our list of 11 of the best plants for country cottage gardens.
30 shade-loving perennials to plant before spring.
My friend and landscape architect, John Howard, has been awarded a number of awards for his contribution in the field of landscape/garden design. He recently took the time to share some garden design tips with us! Keep it simple – A panel of lawn with a border of shrubs can be quite dramatic and provide a great place for recreation and entertaining. One perfect Garden Object can make a garden space special and become an important focal point. Find the perfect bench, urn, sculpture or sundial for the space and spend the money on something of high quality that will last. Think about evergreen structure. What will the garden space look like in winter when many plants are dormant? Boxwood and Holly are both good bets for evergreen structure. Use walks, walls and patios to define a space. Think about how you will be moving through, in or around a garden space and plan for this in your layout. Repeat material from the house or use a contrasting natural material such as brick or stone. Level changes help define spaces and add dimension to “outdoor rooms”. Try 6” risers and 14” treads for a comfortable step. Think about symmetry and balance. Use geometry to lay out your garden spaces so that it is well balanced to the eye. Geometric order is always calming. Consider low voltage night lighting. Many people use their garden as much at night as they do during the day. Keep the lighting design simple and remember that the dark spaces provide important contrast to what is lighted. Espalier plants are beautiful additions to a garden wall. Find a variety that bear fruit such as pears or apples, and you will get the benefit of the spring bloom, too. An herb garden is a must for anyone who loves to cook. Try a formal layout or a small area with raised beds. Always use organic soil and natural fertilizers. Try to keep the style of your garden respectful of the architectural style of the house. Look for examples in books, blogs and other web-based resources. Use a water element to add sound to the garden experience. Water adds a calming effect to outdoor spaces and attracts birds, dragonflies and butterflies. Go on a garden tour to see what’s out there; they are a great source for inspiration when planning a new garden. Howard Design Studio designs outdoor living spaces that are rich in detail, classic in form and opulently individual. Inspired by exemplary gardens throughout the work, the garden designs of John Howard and his associates uniquely reflect each client’s personality and lifestyle. The firm’s fresh approach to architectural detailing, site planning and planting design is highly attentive to architectural style and site considerations. Howard Design Studio accepts a limited number of commissions to maintain the superior level of quality and attention to detail, that have become the firm’s hallmark. John Howard, ASLA, principle and creative director of Howard Design Studio worked in landscape architecture offices in New York City and Newport Beach before launching his design studio in Atlanta. John received his degree in landscape architecture from the University of Georgia. John also studied garden design at the La Napoule Art Foundation in La Napoule, France and travels extensively around the world visiting renown palace and estate gardens. He finds inspiration in the great gardens and parklands that have withstood the test of time across the globe. John is CLARB certified nationally and maintains his professional registration in the firm’s active project locales. Photography by Emily Jenkins Followill
As part of her series based on her book, The Flower Garden, Clare Foster selects her top 10 annuals to grow from seed, recommending new varieties alongside old favourites
If you love the color 'BLUE,' learn about the best blue flowers you can grow in containers!
These bulb garden design tips will bring tons of color to your yard or patio.
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