Outdoor Gardening
Flower beds, lawns, landscape design, and everything that grows outside.
What low-light plants work well in a gnome garden?
I’ve been thinking about starting a gnome garden in a shaded part of my backyard, and I'm curious about what plants would thrive there. My urban garde...
What are the best companion plants for wildflowers to enhance growth and beauty?
I’m looking to create a visually stunning and thriving wildflower patch in my garden, and I’m considering the role of companion plants in this. My gar...
Can I grow herbs in the same container as flowers?
Hi everyone! I'm having a blast with my container garden and I'm thinking about mixing things up. 🌸 I've primarily been growing herbs like cilantro an...
What design elements can bring tranquility to a winter Japanese garden?
I'm on a mission to create a serene atmosphere in my Japanese garden, especially during the winter months when it’s so quiet and peaceful. I’ve tried ...
What annual flowers do well in a community garden with limited sun?
I'm part of a community garden and I'm eager to try my hand at growing annual flowers, but the plot I have gets only about 4-5 hours of sun each day. ...
How can I incorporate Victorian garden design in my rooftop space?
I'm really fascinated by the beauty of Victorian gardens and I'm wondering how I could bring some of that charm to my rooftop garden in the desert! I'...
What should I do if my raised bed soil is compacting?
I've been enjoying my herb garden in my raised bed, but I've noticed the soil seems to be compacting quite a bit. I’m in Toronto, and the winter weath...
How do I protect my gnome garden from pests without harming plants?
One of my biggest worries about starting a gnome garden is dealing with pests, especially since I've worked hard to keep my herbs healthy in my apartm...
Can cosmos flowers handle drought conditions in Nairobi?
Living in Nairobi, my garden faces some pretty dry spells, and I'm trying to figure out how cosmos flowers hold up during those times. I've planted th...
How far apart should I space my flower seeds when planting?
Hey everyone! I’m getting ready to plant my flower seeds, and I want to make sure I do it right. 🌱 I've heard different spacing recommendations, but I...
How can I manage watering for gladiolus in my small space?
So, I’m really getting into growing gladiolus, but I'm a bit confused about the watering part! My container is on a balcony that gets pretty hot durin...
How can I use my gnome garden to educate the community about food security?
As someone who runs a community garden focused on education and food security, I’m really curious about how I can use a gnome garden as a fun educatio...
How do I deal with the unique climate challenges of a Victorian garden in Melbourne?
Living in Melbourne, I’ve noticed that our climate can be unpredictable at times, which poses unique challenges for my Victorian garden. I’ve tried di...
What design elements should I add to mimic a Victorian garden?
I’m really excited about creating a theme in my rooftop garden and I want to mimic some design elements of a Victorian garden! I’ve read about using f...
What’s the best way to keep my hummingbird feeder clean in winter?
Maintaining a clean hummingbird feeder is super important, but I've found it a bit challenging with all the winter conditions here in Oslo. I want to ...
How do I incorporate annuals into my native plant landscape?
As someone passionate about native plants, I'm always trying to find ways to blend annual flowers into my landscaping without compromising my sustaina...
Should I deadhead my cosmos flowers or leave them alone?
I'm having a great time growing cosmos flowers, but I'm a bit torn on whether I should be deadheading them or just letting them be. I absolutely love ...
What pest control methods are safe for my small balcony garden?
I've started to notice some pests in my balcony garden, and I want to handle them without using harsh chemicals. My garden is a mix of herbs and flowe...
What community gardening ideas work well in a Victorian garden style?
As someone who enjoys sharing gardening knowledge, I'm looking for ways to integrate community gardening into my Victorian-themed space. I want my gar...
How can I create vertical gardening solutions in containers?
Hey fellow gardeners! 🌿 I'm really excited about maximizing space on my balcony, and I've been thinking about vertical gardening. I want to combine my...