Outdoor Gardening
Flower beds, lawns, landscape design, and everything that grows outside.
What's the best way to store unused flower seeds?
As a newbie gardener, I've been super eager to try lots of different flower seeds in my backyard! 🌱 I ended up with some leftover seeds after planting...
What should I do if my wildflowers are getting too leggy?
Hi everyone! I love nurturing my garden, but I’ve encountered a bit of a setback with my wildflowers. Some of them are growing tall and leggy, and I’m...
What maintenance practices are crucial for a botanical garden during winter?
As we head into the colder months, I’m wondering how botanical gardens maintain their beauty and plant health during winter! ❄️ In my own garden, I’ve...
What are the best organic amendments to improve clay soil drainage?
Living in the Irish countryside has given me the joy of gardening, but I've encountered a challenge with my heavy clay soil. It tends to retain moistu...
How to design a sustainable watering system for a botanical garden?
I've been thinking a lot about water conservation, especially in our local botanical garden. In my own garden, I use drip irrigation and rain barrels,...
How to pick the best plants for a vertical botanical garden?
I'm really excited about creating a vertical garden in my local botanical garden! 🌿 I started with herbs on my windowsill and have moved on to bigger ...
Best techniques for sowing wildflower seeds in a hydroponic environment?
I'm currently rethinking my approach to sowing wildflower seeds as I want to incorporate them into my hydroponic setup. I've mostly focused on leafy g...
What materials are best for a sustainable hummingbird feeder?
As someone who is passionate about sustainability in gardening, I’ve been searching for a more eco-friendly hummingbird feeder option. I’ve tried plas...
How can I create a fun cosmos flower planting activity with my kids?
I'm really excited about getting my kids involved in gardening, and I've been thinking about planting cosmos flowers together! 🌼 We live in Berlin, an...
What's the best way to prevent bees from dominating my hummingbird feeder?
I've been hosting a hummingbird feeder in my garden for a couple of years now, and while I love seeing the hummingbirds, I've encountered a growing pr...
What’s the best approach to seasonal changes in a gnome garden?
My gnome garden is definitely a new venture for me, and I want to make sure it looks lively throughout the seasons in London. I’ve planted some perenn...
How do I choose the right plants for a Japanese garden in my climate?
So I'm trying to figure out which plants would thrive in my Japanese garden, especially since I’m based in a temperate climate. I've spent a lot of ti...
What's the best sugar-to-water ratio for my hummingbird feeder?
I'm really excited to attract hummingbirds to my garden this spring! I've set up a cute little hummingbird feeder right by my kitchen window, but I've...
What are the best companion plants for containers?
Hey folks! I'm super excited about my container gardening journey, especially when it comes to companion planting. I've been incorporating some compan...
Can wildflower seeds thrive in partial shade?
I’m really excited about the idea of planting wildflowers, but a big part of my garden in Kyoto has partial shade. 🌳 I usually grow bonsai and some ot...
What can I do about poor drainage in my raised garden bed?
I've set up a raised garden bed on my balcony, but I've noticed that after heavy rain, the soil tends to get quite waterlogged. Living in NYC means I ...
What are some signs that my hummingbird feeder needs maintenance?
I'm really passionate about maintaining a healthy environment for the wildlife that frequents my garden. However, I’m uncertain about how to recognize...
How do I integrate urban landscaping techniques into a botanical garden design?
I'm really passionate about combining my architectural background with my gardening skills, especially in an urban context. In my last project, I atte...
What are the signs of nutrient deficiency in lotus flowers?
I’m quite passionate about sustainable practices in my community garden, and I've been trying to ensure my lotus flowers are well-nourished. However, ...
Best Mulching Techniques for My Raised Garden Bed?
I'm dedicated to maintaining healthy soil in my raised garden bed, which is primarily filled with a mix of compost and topsoil. I've been mulching wit...