Lilies and daffodils are among the most beautiful flowers, but unfortunately, these beauties are short-lived and will only bloom once per season. Many beginning gardeners long for a flower that will bloom all summer. Fortunately, there are many great options available, many of which are very inexpensive. Flowers that will bloom all season are almost ...
Flower gardens with alkaline soil have a pH value above 7.0. The increase in pH causes a reduction in the nutrients available for plant growth, resulting in some species not surviving. Iron is one of the major nutrients that become unavailable due to the high pH level. One benefit of having alkaline soil is that ...
While a biennial flower garden can be planted from flowers purchased in flats, it can be much more exciting to watch the development of a biennial’s life cycle. A biennial is any plant that takes two years to attain its full life cycle. During its first year as it grows from the seed, it develops ...
Black foliage and flowers accentuate other colors in the garden such as silver, gold, and bright-colored tones. Black plants add a touch of allure and update your garden with a more modern, elegant look. Creating a black garden requires careful planning beforehand in order to achieve the desired effect, such as using black plants simply ...
Not everyone who likes to garden has the outdoor space for anything really ambitious. On the other hand, almost anyone can have a container garden. A window box full of flowers is one way to satisfy your gardening yen and beautify your home at the same time. By planting annuals in your window or patio ...
Pressed flower art can be found in most home furnishing stores, but most pieces are kind of expensive. This how-to guide will explain how to successfully press your flowers and how to create pressed flower art with them. You can make your favorite flowers last a very long time and cherish them for years with ...
