Planning is key to success - a garden designed well will reflect your personal style. As with any project, take time to think about what you want and how you want it to look when completed. Some tips for designing your own garden include: 1. Consider your surroundings. What natural features are near by? What colors do they have? How can you use these features and colors in your garden? 2. Make a plan. What plants will be in each area of the garden? How wide should each row or section be? Will there be branching paths or straight lines? Once you have a rough plan, start penciling in specific plants and design elements. This will give you a good starting point for later revisions if needed. 3. Use color wisely. Different colors can add interest and dimension to your garden, but make sure they work with the surrounding landscape as well as with each other. When selecting plants, try to select those that will create a lasting impression with their vibrant foliage.
Edible gardens need soil, water and sunshine - be prepared to invest time in upkeep. The soil needs to have a good balance of organic matter and mineral content, as well as enough moisture to sustain plants. Edible gardens typically need more water than ornamental gardens, since they are designed to produce food. In climates where rainfall is scarce, edible gardens may also require supplemental irrigation. Sunlight is critical for the growth of plants, so making sure your garden gets at least six hours of direct sunlight per day is important. However, edible gardens do best when located in areas that receive some supplemental light, such as from nearby windows or lamps.
I use my garden to relax, contemplate, and enjoy the beauty of nature. I especially enjoy spending time in the sunroom, where I can read or listen to music.
Planning is very important when designing your garden. You need to decide what you want in your garden before beginning to build it. Once you have a rough idea of what you want, start by sketching out a plan of your garden on paper. This will allow you to see the layout before starting to dig or construct anything.
A garden should be well-lit in order to see the plants. Use natural sunlight and bulbs to light the garden.
Plants need water to survive, but too much or too little water can kill a plant. Make sure to water plants regularly, watching for signs of drought such as wilting or brown leaves.
