A flower bouquet? In this economy? With cut flower costs soaring over the past few years, the pace of inflation for cut flowers surged to 9.4% in June of 2024 alone–a vase of fresh flowers on the table feels like such a luxury. But you don’t need to wait for Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, or …
Ornamental Gardens
Ornamental gardens may not provide food for your family, but they can add a touch of color and beauty to the outside of your home. In addition to planting vegetables and herbs, I also LOVE to grow beautiful, decorative flowers and plants designed for aesthetic purposes only. This type of garden may also contain shrubs, foliage plants, and trees, all arranged in such a way as to enhance your outdoor space.
There is no right or wrong way to create your ornamental garden. Just follow a few basic steps. First, you’ll need to choose your location. Make sure your garden is in an area that is accessible to water, has good drainage, and where the plants can get lots of sunshine, if possible.
Next, pick out the plants you want to grow. You can choose from various vines and flowers that turn your ordinary lawn into a work of art. If you’re unsure what to plant, use the articles below to learn how to grow dahlias, camellias, wisteria vines, petunias, peacock orchids, and more.
Once you know a little about the different types of flowers and plants you can grow in your garden, it will help you decide which ones suit you best.
Here, you can discover how to give your garden a pop of color using yellow spring flowers or learn how to grow climbing honeysuckle vines. Find out which plants mostly need sunshine to be healthy and which thrive in shady or partly shady areas.
Reader’s Gorgeous Ornamental Garden
You can even read about and see pictures of Cveta’s Mediterranean-style garden to help give you some ideas on creating your own ornamental garden.
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Ornamental Gardens: They’re More than Just Beautiful Scenery
One of the main reasons for planting an ornamental or decorative garden is to brighten up the outside of your home. You can create some amazing sceneries of plants and flowers that you can enjoy anytime you’re in the mood. After all, relaxing in this environment is a great way to relieve some of the stress you encounter throughout the day. However, these gardens do have other benefits as well.
For example, they’re very similar to a small ecosystem, so they raise the oxygen content around your home. This will help to improve your overall health. Many flowers and plants attract wildlife, such as birds, bees, insects, and butterflies, encouraging pollination.
You can learn about wildlife gardening here. See what type of animals the different plants attract so you know which ones to choose for your garden.
If you’d like to make the outside of your home smell amazing, plant some fragrant perennial flowers. You can even learn how to make edible birdhouses to help encourage birds to flock to your garden.
Not only do they add to the beauty and serenity of your garden, but you’re also providing the birds with a food source they need to survive.
Ornamental gardens are so beautiful they may even help increase your property value, which most homeowners can appreciate.
Roses are a garden favorite for a reason. Their lush blooms, signature fragrance, and timeless beauty make them stand out in any space. The University of Missouri Integrated Pest Management Department states that Americans purchase approximately 1.2 billion cut roses annually and estimates that gardeners worldwide buy about 150 million rose plants each growing season! But …
Don’t let shady spots go to waste or write them off! Some of the best summer blooms prefer them. I love perennials that don’t mind a mix of sunshine and shade. You can’t always count on sunshine, which means your garden is at Mother Nature’s mercy. If you’re planting in an area with a lot …
There’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of seeing your garden burst into color and life. But that satisfaction can quickly turn to frustration when you discover dug-up bulbs, nibbled flower heads, and scattered seeds. The culprit? While there are plenty of options (depending on your area), it might be the seemingly innocent squirrels whose foraging …
Adding a splash of purple to your garden can transform it into a regal and serene retreat. This versatile color, a blend of calm blue and vibrant red, comes in countless shades, from soft lavender to deep violet. Purple flowers create a stunning contrast with green foliage, making any outdoor space feel more dynamic and …
It’s a myth that red is the only color that truly captures a hummingbird’s attention. While they are certainly drawn to fiery red blossoms, gardeners who limit their palette to one color are missing out on a powerful secret weapon: orange. This vibrant, warm hue is just as effective at attracting these tiny, energetic birds …
Your garden offers a vibrant display of color and life during the day, but what happens after the sun goes down? A different kind of magic can unfold. A moon garden, filled with plants that come alive at night, offers a unique and enchanting experience. These special flowers often release their intoxicating fragrances after dusk, …
A thriving garden bursting with color is a dream for many homeowners. Yet, the reality of constant watering, deadheading, and pruning can feel overwhelming without a plan, particularly for the right flowers. What if you could have a stunning outdoor space without dedicating all your free time to it? Creating a low-maintenance garden is easier …
A beautiful garden buzzing with life is a joy to behold, but the constant battle against weeds can turn a relaxing hobby into a frustrating chore. What if you could design a garden that largely takes care of itself, where vibrant flowers form a living mulch that chokes out unwanted growth? By choosing the right …
When we picture a garden, our minds often fill with vibrant reds, sunny yellows, and deep purples. But what about green? It’s the color that provides the lush backdrop for every other bloom, yet it rarely gets to be the star. Planting green flowers introduces an unexpected and sophisticated element to your garden beds and …