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Small Flowering Shrubs with Big Impact Small flowering shrubs do the work of their larger cousins ​​for small-scale gardens Measure with small flowering shrubs Large gardens have a life span and we have the unlimited energy to maintain perennial orchards and quarter acres of vegetable land that produce enough food for the entire environment. But when you start, you can create a beautiful outdoor living space using dwarf shrubs, whether the garden is set up three floors above the balcony, or the small house is lowered. Small done right When thoughtfully designed, a small space garden can be as visually appealing and emotionally pleasing as a spacious courtyard. No need to sacrifice your favorite shrubs like roses and lilies. You need to choose the right size types to match the size of the space. Even a narrow hedge or urn of flowering shrubs may be what you need to make your patio feel like a “home”. Count every inch One key to getting the most out of any space - but especi...

8 Tips for Growing Tomatoes in Hot, Dry Desert Climates Tomatoes grown in the garden are a favorite of many hobby gardeners. But what if you live in a hot and dry desert climate? Is it possible to grow tomatoes in the desert? In this article, Sarah Hyde, a horticulturist, and former nature farmer give some great tips based on her first experience growing tomatoes in the desert! Do you live in a desert climate and want to grow star tomatoes? Tomatoes thrive in desert climates and can produce a wide variety of crops. Desert tomato growers may experience fewer diseases, fungus, and rot plants due to the dry climate. However, desert farmers are up against the harsh conditions. Very cold nights, hot, dry days with low humidity and strong winds, low water availability, and heavy monsoon. If you live in a desert climate, how can you expect to get high yields this season? After ten years of experience growing tomatoes in farmers' markets in the high desert of Arizona, I have ta...

Easy Flowers to Grow You can count on these simple flowers to grow beautifully in your garden, it will be colorful and beautiful from spring to frost. Looking for flowers that are easy to grow? Reliable plants that you can find here will add lasting color and reliable interest to your garden, even if you only have a little time to set aside for them. Flowers that are easy to grow = less work for you The plants here are easy to maintain, take on difficult conditions, and do not require much special attention, but there are some things you can do to guarantee that they work best. Add mulch after planting Once these easy-to-grow flowers fall to the ground, spread a 2 to 3-inch layer of organic mulch-like bark chips to protect them from moisture. Although it can handle dry weather and soil plants, it also helps maintain very flowering and healthy foliage throughout the season. Place the mulch 3 to 4 inches away from the crown or at the point where the stems emerge from the soil...

 Find the best hosts for your garden Hostesses shade garden classic. These easy-to-grow perennials come in a variety of colors, sizes, and shapes, but how do you choose the best host? We can help! Excellent Hosta growing conditions Zones 3 to 8 are tolerant of unwanted and cold, and hosts are best when grown in well-drained soil and partial shade, although some exceptions do not tolerate too much sun. Make sure the hosts get 1 inch of water per week by shower or hose to get the best-looking greenery without the sharp edges. Two inches of organic mulch, like small bark chips, can help retain water but should be kept a few inches away from the crown to prevent rotting. The Hosta foliage is beautiful Although the hosts bloom from late spring to late summer with pale lavender or white flowers, the foliage is their main attraction with blue, gold, or green leaves and multi-colored leaves. At your leisure backyard retreat, try pairing the Cool Blue Hosta with burgundy coral b...

Grow Herbs Cooks and anyone with a sunny window should look to grow these five simple herbs. Grow fresh herbs in a pot or on the ground, make a snap, and be a great addition to the garden. And they are very tasty when eaten fresh. What could be better than eating a few spices to add or fry in a summer salad? For tips on how to harvest five simple and fresh tasty herbs, see the information below. Dill (Anethum graveolens) Wow, dill. We will figure out how we like you and more ways: you offer fresh leaves to chop in grilled fish and summer soups, and refresh the ho-hum egg salad sandwich. Then there are the flowers - those wide yellow umbrellas that look beautiful even in containers, window boxes, and bouquets. Summer turns the flowers into seed heads, which are filled with spicy little flavor pockets that give the cucumbers their delicate (re-born pickle). Dill is a favorite of mixologist menus, appearing with gin and vodka in delicious martinis. Dwarf 'Fernleaf' dil...

 7 Common garden diseases Do your plants get weird spots and discoloration? It could be a fungal disease! Here's what you need to know to diagnose and fight these common diseases. What are the sources of garden disease? It is easy to find out how insects move from one plant to another. But fungal diseases? They have no wings or legs. And plants cannot sneeze or shake hands. How do these pests move so fast in a home garden ? Your plants may accidentally drag a fungus home from the nursery, catch it in the blowing wind, or pick it up from a visiting bug. Keep in mind that in some years you may have a serious problem with any of these diseases and in other years it will be dormant, waiting for the right conditions to help it grow. Three things affect the development of fungal infections. Scroll down to learn more! Pathogen This organism finds a vulnerable plant and enters its structure. It goes inside through a scissor cut, wound or leaves, stems or roots. Host The plant n...

 7 Common garden pests Diagnosing the problem is the first step in finding a healthy way to reduce - or eliminate - the damage caused by garden pests. Here are 7 common garden pests you may encounter. Creepy or creepy when you mention anything? Insects can cause a lot of damage to your plants and, without proper control, can irreversibly weaken their health. But some bugs need to be kept under control, while others are great garden helpers. Remember to use chemical pesticides easily. They can treat the pests you have, but they will also destroy the hard workers. Garden pests that cause damage to the garden Locust Grasshopper favorite plants From vegetables and fruit trees to flowers, locusts do not like to be eaten . What kind of damage can locusts cause? The flowers and leaves may appear rotten, but a major outbreak can destroy plants throughout the summer or destroy fruits and vegetables, reducing your potential harvest later in the season. How to control locusts Loc...

7 of the Worst Weeding Mistakes That Make Gardening Much Harder For most gardeners, weed removal is not an optional job. It can certainly feel like an endless (and a failed) battle during the growing season. However, a garden without weeds, especially after a large weeding session, will look clean and tidy. In addition, regular weed removal is beyond aesthetics because these garden invaders compete with your plants for water, nutrients, and light. If left unattended, invasive weeds can cross a bed and crush your favorite flowers or vegetables. Some weeds can provide a site for diseases and pests to spread to your cultivated plants. Simplify things by avoiding these common weeding mistakes. 1. Ignorance of the enemy. Finding weeds in your garden will help you find the best strategy to control them. “One key aspect I encounter with gardeners trying to win the war on weeds is that they know nothing about weeds or anything,” says Allison Arnold, North Carolina Extension Agent. ...

Tips for decorating with houseplants We asked an expert to share his favorite tips for decorating houseplants. Folia Collective's Denae Horst shares the best ways to showcase plants and which houseplants work best in each room of the house. Tips for a Professional Home Plant It starts with the desire for a new look in your home. You rearrange the furniture, declare, and then you find it: an empty space in your closet. An idea to cheer up every gardener makes your eyes light up - I can put a houseplant in there! But how does this story end for you? There are places in our homes where there are more plants, but sometimes it is hard to imagine how to implement them. Or the plants you tried may not survive. Danae Horst has enjoyed everything, and she is here to help you decorate your home with houseplants using the same practicality and style. As an adult, it was inspiring to experience the houseplants withering one by one, after growing up with the mother of a “crazy plant...