When I first moved out on my own, at the young age of 17,  I moved into a large 3 bedroom house with a beautiful yard, full mature trees and large patio for parties.  I, and my two roommates, thought that we had moved into heaven and for a first time rental, it was a very […]

When spring has sprung, the chill of winter has gone, cooking up plant container combination recipes can invite life back into to the garden. Plants add colorful texture, contrast and variety to an array of outdoor spaces.
“Container gardening gives homeowners the opportunity to create striking results for their outdoor living areas without a great deal […]

As today’s homeowners re-evaluate their spending, chances are they may be reconsidering any luxurious vacation plans. This year the back yard is a destination, as homeowners just might prefer to create their own personal paradise and put the extravagant getaway on hold.
Expect the following outdoor living and lifestyle trends to flourish in 2008.
Wise with water
“Drip […]

There are a number of things that you will need to consider if you want to set up a garden. Always remember that beautiful gardens don’t just happen by accident. You need to put in a lot of efforts to make your garden look lovely. To help you set up a lovely garden at home, […]

You might not see gardening as a dangerous past time but there are some hidden dangers to gardening. Gardening safety tips and reminders need to be kept in mind and constantly cited especially if you are dealing with a large garden. There degree of gardening safety you need to watch out for actually depends on […]

In these times of severe drought in many parts of the country, consumers are desperate for plants that will make their gardens shine, in spite of water restrictions. The secret is selecting plants that are naturally not thirsty.
Many of our own native plants, water-storing cactus and succulents for example, have evolved over time to tolerate […]

New Plants and Garden Accessories Take a Starring Role in Outdoor Rooms this Spring
(ARA) - From show-stopping roses to containers rich in history, Spring 2008 promises to be an exciting year for garden lovers.
“Gardening this year will be easier than ever before, and a lot more fun, thanks to exciting new plants and smart new […]

Not everyone has the luxury of large open spaces and a garden tiller to break up tough patches of ground to create a workable planting area. Sometimes, patches of ground are at a premium and therefore there is no room for a large motor-operated machine to break up the soil so the use of a […]

No matter how long you have been tilling the soil, there will always be a few gardening tips that can help your garden grow better and be more productive. However, if you are the perfect gardener, share your gardening tips with others that may lack the knowledge and experience you have accumulated over the years. […]

As with everything you do, gardening safety is an important thing to look at as you begin to garden. You want to be sure that you are looking at gardening safety in order to give yourself and your family the best roots to having good healthy food grown in your own garden.
Tool Safety
The first aspect […]

Whether you’re tucking in your outdoor garden before frigid temperatures hit or counting on your indoor plants to satisfy your need for green this winter, you’ll need to do a bit of work to keep your leafy friends happy and healthy until spring.
Winter is generally a harsh time for plants — indoors and out, but […]

Having a home garden can be enjoyable and can also save you some money on your food bill in the winter. If you are new at the gardening experience, a few gardening tips can help you find your way.
Before planting, check your local almanac to find out when the best planting times are. These guides […]

Now that winter has faded away and warmer temperatures have finally arrived, one of America’s favorite pastimes is once again taking center stage. According to the U.S. National Gardening Association, 85 million or 74 percent of American households participated in some kind of do-it-yourself lawn and garden activities in 2006, and that number is expected […]

Knowing which types of plant thrive best in shade or full sun is essential to a healthy garden. Most trees are very happy to soak up as much sunlight as is available. Cedars, pines, tamarack and many more all do very well. Fruit trees, especially citrus, can take 8 hours or more of full, hot […]

A beautiful plant can be enhanced by the right container, and you can save yourself time and effort by selecting a container suited to your needs. Here are a few tips to help you plan for a pleasant season of low-maintenance container gardening:
Picking the Perfect Planter

Planters come in a wide variety of materials and each […]

When it comes to the planting and maintaining of a flower such as a rose, there are many different things that you need to take into consideration. This is because roses themselves are very different from any other type of flower, and so you need to make sure that you understand certain matters about roses […]

Most people who claim how hard growing roses can be, usually have exceptional plants with brilliant flowers and are looking for recognition of there agricultural aptitude. Roses are perhaps one of the most misunderstood flowering plants in modern landscape, and by following a few simple steps, they can make a great impression on your yard.
The […]

Many beginners to the hobby of rose gardening assume that they will have to prepare to make a great deal of fuss over their flowers. The common misconception is that all roses are delicate and liable to simply drop dead at any time. Most people are pleasantly surprised to discover that roses actually need relatively […]

Roses are one of the more popular types of plants that are grown in gardens.  They are the type of plant that demands having nutrients from the right type of soil, sun and water.  Without having these different elements in place, it will be hard to survive.  Beyond recognizing the different things they need to […]

Climbing, or rambling roses are one of the popular types of roses that have many varieties to them and can be grown in many different places.  However, like many other plants, they need help to stay healthy and maintained through the different seasons. 
Both climbing and rambling roses will produce two different kinds of shoots.  One […]

Mildew is the bane of all dedicated Rosarians.  The most common type of mildew is powdery mildew, which is caused by the sphaerotheca pannosa var. rosae fungus. Powdery mildew is characterized by white or grayish powdery growth on the leaves, shoots, buds, and sometimes even appears on the petals of rose bushes.  These small patches […]

The garden, whether it is a flower garden or a vegetable garden, is an important part of the landscape. And, like all features present on a property, it can be frustrating to do your shopping for the plants you need to make your landscape look great. By following a few tips, you can eliminate much […]

New Plants and Garden Accessories Take a Starring Role in Outdoor Rooms This Spring
From patio-perfect perennials to ever-blooming annuals and landscape shrubs, Spring 2007 promises to be an exciting year for all things gardening.
“This spring, gardeners can expect to find an avalanche of great new plants and earth-friendly garden products at their local garden shop,” […]

Down with Deadheads – What is it and how do you do it?
There is nothing like a rose. The sweet smelling scent they produce might just be enough to get your nose stung by a pollinating bee, or another type of insect when sticking your nose into one! It doesn’t matter if it’s a wild […]

Most rose diseases are caused by attacks on your plants by different kinds of fungi.  The good news is that no matter what type of fungi is damaging your roses, the treatment options are virtually the same.
To start, there are several things to do to prevent your roses from attracting fungus.  One way to avoid […]

The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and the warm, moist soil is beckoning for your attention.  You are ready to get out there and do some planting, except you are not planting small flowers that you have picked up at the gardening store yesterday; instead, you are determined to sow your seeds this […]

Seeds contain the embryo of a plant, and under the right conditions, this seed can open up and allow a seedling to grow and another plant to see the light of day.  While many plants can be bought from nurseries as seedlings or already growing flowers, vegetables, trees, or plants, more and more gardeners want […]