A garden is a place of recreation and enjoyment. Whether you are planting flowers or vegetables, or just taking in the beauty of nature, make sure to take the time to enjoy your garden.
I love looking at gardens because they always have a new plant, flower or tree to look at. Gardens can be kept looking beautiful by adding new plants, flowers and trees as the years go on.
Plants need light, water and fertilizer - in the right balance. Fertilization is especially important for plants that grow in soil. If the concentration of nitrogen is too high, it will suppress other plant nutrients such as phosphate. Overfeeding with nitrogen can cause lush foliage but small, spindly plants. To prevent this problem, use a soil test to determine the needs of your plants and then fertilize accordingly.
- Choose flowers that are traditional in your area and that will compliment the style of your garden. - Add modern flowers to freshen up the look of your garden. - Use colors that will make your garden look vibrant and cheerful.
What fun can be had when growing plants in unusual shapes or colors? Some people enjoy the challenge of growing plants that are out of the ordinary. Others just love looking at brightly-colored flowers or plants. There are many different types of plants that can be grown in unique shapes, and virtually any plant can be grown in colorful shades. Some popular choices for growing unusual plants include cactus, elephant ears, and dragon flowers. No matter what type of fun you're looking for with plants, there's sure to be a type of plant that will fit your needs.
Some trees and plants that attract wildlife include ash, beech, birch, cedar, cherry, chestnut, dogwood, Douglas fir, elm, front porch tree (linden), grapevine, hackberry, honeylocust, jasmine, juniper, magnolia, mahogany, maple tree, oak tree, pine tree (especially blue and Scots pine), plum tree (Prunus domestica), Pyracantha (firethorn), rose apple (Malus sylvestris), Russian olive (Elaeagnus angustifolia), silverbell (Hemerocallis arguta), Solomon's seal (Hydrurga leptomeuron), Virginia creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia) and yew.
