Including flowers, herbs, fruit trees and vegetables in your garden will add beauty and variety to your landscaping. Buying plants in bulk is often a cheaper option than buying individual plants, and you can control the growth of each plant by planting them in specific locations.
Adding borders to your yard can create interest and also natural divisions. You can create a dramatic landscape with large plants or mix in some smaller ones to add texture. Use plants that have contrasting colors, shapes or textures to make a statement.
Choosing a garden spot is one thing, but preparing the soil is another. Make sure you have good drainage, add organic matter such as compost or earthworm castings, and choose a pH level that matches the plants you want to grow.
Planting vegetables in a garden is one of the best ways to get healthy and bountiful vegetables. A bed should be prepared with a layer of rich soil at the bottom, followed by a layer of compost or manure. The next layer should be primary plants such as lettuces, herbs, and tomatoes. For fruiting crops, such as berries or cucumbers, you will need to plant them in the final layer.
I have a large garden that is planted with many different types of plants. Some of the plants that I have in my garden include: roses, lilies, pansies, dahlias, hydrangeas, and many others. Different types of plants add a lot of variation and interest to my garden. Additionally, different plants can provide different levels of protection for my garden against pests and diseases.
Keeping your plants healthy and happy starts with regularly watering them and providing them with a healthy layer of mulch. Mulch keeps the roots of your plants cool and prevents water from evaporating from the soil quickly, keeping the ground around your plants moist and helping to prevent disease. By keeping your plants well-mulched and watered, you will provide them with the best possible environment in which to grow.
