If you have a sunken area in your landscaping where the water loves to pool after a rainstorm, then a rain garden may be a perfect solution. There are many different plants that you can grow in this area. Many of them are native plants, which usually have fewer disease and insect problems. Planting a […]

A retaining wall can be an eyesore, depending on its location and design. Yet, it may be necessary to keep your soil in place, keep water from pooling near your home’s foundation, or for another purpose. One possible solution is to plant beautiful cascading plants along it to add beauty to your landscaping. As with […]

An espalier tree is trained to grow in small places. Often fruit trees are chosen because it is easier to pick because it is eye-level or below. Since many espalier trees are planted against walls that reflect heat, it is possible to grow fruit trees in colder climates than where they usually grow. Other espalier […]

California gardeners face unique challenges. Due to the state’s immense size, you find growing zones 5 to 11 within the state. Then, some areas get intense heat during the summer while others get snowfall during the winter. Even when you narrow the area down to your landscaping size, some areas may get more sun than […]

Depending on where you live in California, you will be in different growing zones. You may also face unique challenges, such as salt in the air off the ocean. While many California flowers thrive in the sun, finding shade-loving flowers can be a more dilemma. Consider these choices for flowers that do well in the […]

Hedges can make a great addition to your environment. They can help block the neighbor’s site and help to stop noise. Many choices are stunning. Yet, many homeowners in Florida have a hard time choosing a hedge plant because of the state’s intense heat, humidity, and salt. Various parts of Florida fall in different growing […]

Florida is a beautiful state that’s great for plant lovers, but this isn’t to say that it’s perfect for every plant style. I have found that Florida’s humid climate will easily kill many drought-resistant and low-water plants, so what options for growing will you have in the Sunshine State? In this guide, I’m going to […]

There are many reasons to introduce your children to the joys of gardening. They will enjoy digging in the dirt and taking great pride in the vegetables or flowers they grow. When they receive praise from others, it helps build their sense that they can accomplish good things. You will also love gardening with your […]

When growing a garden, many plants add value and beauty to your that you may realize have some type of poisonous component. Whether it is from the berries, the flowers, or the leaves, it is important to know the capacity of a plant to have a detrimental effect. Additionally, some plants are perfectly fine around […]

As the name suggests, tropical plants do best in a tropical climate. Therefore, you may want to consider growing many of these plants as beautiful houseplants or putting them outside only when temperatures stay above 50 degrees at night. Keep in mind that most tropical plants love a very humid environment, so you need to […]

If your property has a steep slope, then landscaping becomes much harder. You need to consider soil erosion. The harder it is for roots to get deep into the ground, the more erosion occurs. You also need to think about how much water will run across the area and where it might settle. There are […]

Most gardeners take a great deal of pride in the results of the thought, effort, and care they have put into cultivating a beautiful garden. Planting climbing flowers on a trellis make for an exceptional show-stopper that will surely be an eye-catcher for anyone passing by. Adding a flower-adorned trellis to your garden with climbing […]

Whether you’re seeking privacy, looking to soften up the rough edges created by fencing, or simply looking to make your fenced-in yard more attractive, there are a number of plants that are perfect for planting along fence lines. The aesthetic appeal of fence landscaping can make a huge difference in your home’s overall appearance as […]

Home is where the heart is. A lovely front-yard full of greenery, flowers, and shrubs is the perfect way to let the love you have for your home spill out into the outdoors. One of the simplest ways to make the front of your home inviting, elegant and charming is through a lovely garden complete […]

Imagine that you are having a cookout at your home. Everything is perfect; it recently rained but the weather stayed nice for your gathering. As you sit down to eat, you feel something crawling on your leg, and you slap it away. Once the night is over, you notice that you have five big bites […]