There are so many different types of flowers out there, it can be difficult to know what they all are. From the bold and beautiful to simple and elegant, and everything in between, we know that there is a flower to suit every personality and taste. Today we’re going to review some of the many …
Ornamental Gardens
Do you have any garden gnomes in your yard? Maybe you should. They are thought to bring luck to anyone that keeps them. Strategically place a few in your yard and maybe even some inside. Who knows? This could result in a wonderful run of good fortune. [sc name=”garden-gnomes-textlinks-code-v1″] These impish terra-cotta, plastic or ceramic …
Are you shopping for outdoor garden sculptures? Adding a few statues to your backyard can give it an artistic look. You combine man-made art and natural beauty. Add some garden stepping stones to your statuary for a custom-built pathway for viewing. You no doubt love the beauty mother nature gives your garden. It only makes …
Butchart Gardens in Victoria BC is probably one of the few places on Earth that comes close to the picturesque scenes of the gardens of Eden (that’s how I imagine it :). In my opinion, if you love flowers and gardening, this is the ultimate garden to visit “A thing of beauty is a joy …
Have you ever thought about building a garden of stepping stones? You are reading this because you love your garden. The time you spend digging in the dirt is special to you. Your flowers, plants, and shrubs bring you a lot of joy. They help you relax and decompress. Do you enjoy sharing your garden …
If you’re sick and tired of losing your shrubs to deer, you’re going to love these 5 Bambi-proof plants. Let’s make something clear: planting deer resistant shrubs will not make your garden 100% deer proof. If deer are hungry enough, they will eat just about anything. What it does is dramatically lower the odds that …
Red flowers add a pop of color to any garden. As a symbol of love, courage, and respect, red flowers are guaranteed to brighten your landscape in every season. Adding crimson hues will give a bold statement to your garden as it draws attention to certain focal points and pairs well with most colors. Read …
These summer blooming plants are the perfect addition to a scented garden landscape, aromatic container garden or entry-way border. Add interest to your garden with a few scented plants and you’ll find yourself enjoying your garden even more. While perennials are my favorites, don’t discount a few well-placed annuals. Mix and match summer flowers of …
You may be resistant to changing your existing landscape into a xeriscape, or drought tolerant landscaping. If it’s important for you to not only beautify your surroundings but use less water too, think of making the change. Everyone wants to make their carbon footprint as small as possible. Drought tolerant landscaping seems like a misnomer, …
I love the carefree nature that hydrangea trees bring to any garden, with their late-blooming clusters of flowers. These versatile trees are one of the easiest ornamentals to maintain, thriving in shady locations and well-drained soil. There are over 100 varieties of hydrangeas trees varying in size, color, and shape. It can often be difficult …