Outdoor Gardening
Flower beds, lawns, landscape design, and everything that grows outside.
Are there specific gnome garden themes that work best for small spaces?
I’m all for maximizing space in my gnome garden! 🌻 Since I’m gardening on a balcony and have limited room, I want to create a cozy yet enchanting atmo...
How do I effectively implement a koi pond in my Japanese garden?
I'm excited about adding a koi pond to my Japanese garden design to enhance the tranquility and natural beauty. I currently have a space set aside and...
What are the best practices for sowing annuals in small spaces?
My garden is kind of compact, and I'm trying to maximize my space with annual flowers. I've experimented with containers and vertical gardening, but I...
How can I best integrate my hummingbird feeder into a permaculture design?
I'm currently designing an edible garden that aligns with permaculture principles in my backyard in Oregon. I've got a diverse range of plants, but I ...
Are there any companion plants for a Japanese garden?
I’m thinking about how to enhance my Japanese garden with some companion plants to add layers and diversity! While I’m familiar with traditional plant...
What varieties of gladiolus thrive in my humid climate?
I'm located in a tropical region of West Africa, where the humidity can really affect plant growth. I've been experimenting with various plants, but I...
How do I deal with algae growth in my lotus pond?
Hey everyone! So, I’ve got a small pond with my lotus flowers, but I'm starting to see some annoying algae growth. It's not totally taking over, but i...
What are the best companion annuals for my vegetable garden?
I'm really keen on integrating some annual flowers into my vegetable garden to improve biodiversity and aesthetics, but I need some guidance! I've got...
Best practices for deadheading annuals to boost blooms?
I’ve been growing several annual flowers in my garden for years, but I feel like I'm missing out on their full blooming potential! I know that deadhea...
How can I create a tropical-themed garden using gladiolus?
I'm super excited about incorporating gladiolus into my lush tropical garden! 🌺 I grew up in a tropical region and and I'm trying to mimic that vivaci...
How can I incorporate traditional Indian gardening techniques in my Japanese garden?
I'm really excited about blending my Indian heritage with the beauty of a Japanese garden! Growing up in a farming family in India, I've spent over 25...
How to Ensure Proper Fertilization in My Raised Bed Garden?
With my two decades of gardening experience focusing on flowers and ornamental plants, I’m now diving deeper into raised bed gardening. I’ve recently ...
What soil amendments improve the health of a Japanese garden?
As I dig deeper into the specifics of my Japanese garden, I'm keen to understand more about the soil health around my plants. I’ve noticed some areas ...
How do I manage gladiolus fertilization for optimal growth?
I’ve been really captivated by the growth of my gladiolus plants! 🌼 I planted them a couple of months ago, and they’re coming along nicely, but I feel...
What annual flowers thrive in Oslo's chilly climate?
I'm really excited about adding some annual flowers to my winter garden, but I’m a bit uncertain about which ones would actually thrive in Oslo’s cold...
How do I ensure my cosmos flowers thrive in my small garden?
I'm really excited about growing cosmos flowers with my kids! We have a small vegetable patch and a flower garden in our backyard here in southern Cal...
What’s the best way to deal with pests in a raised garden bed?
I've been managing my small raised garden bed quite well, but recently I've noticed some pests showing up, especially aphids on my tomatoes. Living in...
How can I successfully integrate gladiolus into my native plant garden?
As a passionate advocate for native plants, I want to introduce gladiolus into my garden in a way that complements the existing ecosystem. I’ve done s...
How to maintain moisture levels in raised garden beds during hot summers?
As summer approaches in my garden, I've noticed that my raised garden beds can dry out quickly, especially with the hot and humid climate here in Nago...
What materials are best for building durable raised garden beds?
I’m really excited to build a couple more raised garden beds in my backyard! Since I've learned so much from my grandmother, I want to make sure I do ...