A garden should be in harmony with the surrounding environment. A garden that is out of balance with its natural surroundings may not thrive, and may even become a nuisance to the surrounding community.
A pond or water feature can be a wonderful addition to any garden. Not only will it add visual interest, but it can also add a cool presence in summer and help reduce mosquitoes in the area.
There are many plants that can be used in a garden, but it is important to choose plants wisely. For example, if you have a garden that is themed around the ocean, you would want to choose aquatics plants such as water lilies or floating flowers. If you have a garden that is themed around fall colors, you would want to choose plants that produce fall-related foliage, such as brown-eyed Susans or goldenrod. It is also important to think about what kind of maintenance your plants will require. For example, cactus plants need little water and minimal care, but some roses will need regular water and attention in order to maintain their blooms.
Different types of flowers can be planted together to create a more vibrant and colorful garden. For example, flower gardens withlilies, daisies, and roses will look spectacular. There are also many flowering plants that can be combined, such as hydrangeas with poppies or lantanas with geraniums. A succulent garden is a perfect place to include ferns, oleanders, and statice.
Evening is here, and the garden beckons. Perhaps you would like to find a peaceful spot to sit and relax, or maybe you would like to welcome guests to your garden with some refreshing drinks. Whatever the case may be, adding some comfortable seating can make all the difference.
While gardening should definitely be done in accordance with the weather conditions at any given time, there are some plants that can be gardened well in any weather condition. For example, if it's cold outside but you have a sunny window inside where you garden, you can grow flowering plants such as zinnias or impatiens. Conversely, if it's raining outside but you have a sunny window inside your home, you can grow succulents.
