Would like a mixture of annuals and perrenials. Are rose bushes hardy?
What kind of flowers should I plant in my garden? Must be hardy enough to withstand Minnesota winters!?
I have a zone 4 garden and have had great luck with roses. Just make sure that you plant the bud union 2 inches below the surface as opposed to above. I have never had to fuss with them in the fall and while there is some winter kill on the branches, a quick trim to live wood is all they need in spring.
Shrub roses are very hardy. My hybrid teas do well, but my favourite everblooming rose is a grootendorst supreme.
I also grow plants such as perennial geraniums, bellflowers, daylillies, perennial potentilla plant, lamium, snow in summer, hostas, etc.
For shrubs, I like spireas as they come in different sizes, leaf colour and bloom times. I also have lilacs, dogwoods, honeysuckle shrubs, Northern gold forsythias and many other types of shrubs that do well and need the winter chill.
I also have honey suckle and clematis if you are looking for flowering vines.
Reply:Hellebores are wonderful! They are evergreen, love shade and give you flowers in late February. A common name for these is lenten rose. Look at the "orientalis," "niger," and "royal heritage" strains at www.waysidegardens.com.
Reply:This is best answered at your local garden center or greenhouse. NOT HOME DEPOT OR LOWE'S. They will ONLY carry plants that will survive there.
Reply:i think it would be a any kind but you can cover it up with selter or in a green house.
lol
Reply:Yes rose bushes are hardy.
Saturday, November 19, 2011
I want an English Garden, I love roses and flowers, any way I could do it on my own??
I haven't had much luck so far, my flowers gro crazy and grow every which way? I have a big old house and yard, how much do landscapers charge?
I want an English Garden, I love roses and flowers, any way I could do it on my own??
Sure you can create your own English Garden. The fun is in experimenting with different flowers %26amp; seeing what "takes." An English Garden is really a work in progress, %26amp; should be an exciting adventure. Start with easy, care-free plants like Day Lilies %26amp; Black Eyed Susans for sunny spots %26amp; Bleeding Hearts for shady areas.
Buying at a discount helps make it easier to experiment. Earlier this year, I found roses at Wal Mart at half price of their sale price (less than $4 each) %26amp; they're still blooming. Home Depot has sales on perennials now for $1.99 starters to $3.33 med. Also try growing plants like Forget-me-nots %26amp; Columbine that are easily grown from seeds.
Don't be afraid to separate %26amp; move plants around. If you think that some are too large for an area, try placing them behind smaller, bushier plants. That could help support them, %26amp; make them appear neater. It's all about making a cozy, enjoyable space that expresses your personality. When you finally see your garden coming together...that will be your greatest source of satisfaction...You did it yourself! Just start small %26amp; keep adding new finds to the garden. You'll be amazed how it'll grow, literally.
Here's an article on how someone else started her English Garden:
http://cbs2chicago.com/growyourgarden/lo...
I hope you enjoy watching the video %26amp; get some ideas from it, too. (I had to click both "Wild English Garden Blooms In Evanston Yard" %26amp; "Click to Play video" )
Reply:English gardens are supposed to be a little messy, you let things self seed and not worry too much. Buy small plants and space them then let them grow and self seed. Use old fashion plants too. Hollyhocks, delphinium, cosmos lots of bright colours, have fun. I am a landscape designer, I chage $50 for a 2hour consultation but much more for a design, It is a lot of work to measure the yard and choose plants for your area and soil type and so that you have things in bloom at all times. It can cost anywhere from $500 to no limit depending on the complexity and the size of the yard as well as how much work you want done (for example is it just for the design or do you want it installed too)
rain roots
I want an English Garden, I love roses and flowers, any way I could do it on my own??
Sure you can create your own English Garden. The fun is in experimenting with different flowers %26amp; seeing what "takes." An English Garden is really a work in progress, %26amp; should be an exciting adventure. Start with easy, care-free plants like Day Lilies %26amp; Black Eyed Susans for sunny spots %26amp; Bleeding Hearts for shady areas.
Buying at a discount helps make it easier to experiment. Earlier this year, I found roses at Wal Mart at half price of their sale price (less than $4 each) %26amp; they're still blooming. Home Depot has sales on perennials now for $1.99 starters to $3.33 med. Also try growing plants like Forget-me-nots %26amp; Columbine that are easily grown from seeds.
Don't be afraid to separate %26amp; move plants around. If you think that some are too large for an area, try placing them behind smaller, bushier plants. That could help support them, %26amp; make them appear neater. It's all about making a cozy, enjoyable space that expresses your personality. When you finally see your garden coming together...that will be your greatest source of satisfaction...You did it yourself! Just start small %26amp; keep adding new finds to the garden. You'll be amazed how it'll grow, literally.
Here's an article on how someone else started her English Garden:
http://cbs2chicago.com/growyourgarden/lo...
I hope you enjoy watching the video %26amp; get some ideas from it, too. (I had to click both "Wild English Garden Blooms In Evanston Yard" %26amp; "Click to Play video" )
Reply:English gardens are supposed to be a little messy, you let things self seed and not worry too much. Buy small plants and space them then let them grow and self seed. Use old fashion plants too. Hollyhocks, delphinium, cosmos lots of bright colours, have fun. I am a landscape designer, I chage $50 for a 2hour consultation but much more for a design, It is a lot of work to measure the yard and choose plants for your area and soil type and so that you have things in bloom at all times. It can cost anywhere from $500 to no limit depending on the complexity and the size of the yard as well as how much work you want done (for example is it just for the design or do you want it installed too)
rain roots
Where can I find a list of flowers for the George Harrison garden?
There are a few details of it here http://www.bbc.co.uk/chelsea/show_garden... - not a plants list, unfortunately, although there are for some of the other Chelsea gardens
I live in Germany and I would like to know is it the time to plant flowers and trees in my garden?
I've been living in Germany for half a year now and the wheater hasn't been nice but now it's getting normal like about 19 Celcius but it can get windy so all i want to know is it the time to plant? Also i have pots on the side of my balcony and hanging from it so nothing Big! What could I plant?
I live in Germany and I would like to know is it the time to plant flowers and trees in my garden?
I'm British living in Germany and I never know when or what to plant.
But my neighbours have started, the weather is getting better (in fact it's been really mild this winter, be warned this was nothing!)
Try herbs and perennials on your balcony (so long as you have space to bring them in during the winter, maybe you have a Kellerraum to keep them in). Sadly the choice of herbs in German garden centres is quite meagre, but there are some specialist centres which are better stocked.
Again, trees will need to come indoors during the winter, but a Marguerite or an Olive will look lovely surrounded by other plants.
Reply:Yes for trees...plants...depends on what kind...frost tender ones like Fuchsias...Geraniums..Petunias...you need to wait unless you plan on planting them in pots which you can take inside when it could freeze at night. But there are allot of other plants mostly perennials which you could plant now..I live in north east part of Bavaria
Reply:the best idea is get a garden plant book for the bookshops or library if you have one that will give you bags of information if not watch your neighbours then you cant go wrong ask them and see if they will help you.
I live in Germany and I would like to know is it the time to plant flowers and trees in my garden?
I'm British living in Germany and I never know when or what to plant.
But my neighbours have started, the weather is getting better (in fact it's been really mild this winter, be warned this was nothing!)
Try herbs and perennials on your balcony (so long as you have space to bring them in during the winter, maybe you have a Kellerraum to keep them in). Sadly the choice of herbs in German garden centres is quite meagre, but there are some specialist centres which are better stocked.
Again, trees will need to come indoors during the winter, but a Marguerite or an Olive will look lovely surrounded by other plants.
Reply:Yes for trees...plants...depends on what kind...frost tender ones like Fuchsias...Geraniums..Petunias...you need to wait unless you plan on planting them in pots which you can take inside when it could freeze at night. But there are allot of other plants mostly perennials which you could plant now..I live in north east part of Bavaria
Reply:the best idea is get a garden plant book for the bookshops or library if you have one that will give you bags of information if not watch your neighbours then you cant go wrong ask them and see if they will help you.
Help on how to plant a cut flower garden?
i want to plant a cut flower garden in the spring, and im not sure what flowers to plant. we have problems with deer, so i'll need flowers that deer dont like. also, the garden will be in mostly shade. any ideas?
Help on how to plant a cut flower garden?
wild flowers are good and easy to plant you can get the ones that are on a roll spread it on the ground and water everyday..if you lay plastic down first and then put the soil over it you will not get weeds and if you put a few pie plates in the middle tied to a stick it will keep the deer away ,the wild flowers will grow high and cover the pie plates so you cant see them.. you can cut the flowers and they keep for a week if you add sugar to the water..
Reply:nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo... your a dum asssssssssssssssssssss Report It
Reply:I'd check out seen companies like Park Seed for cut flowers. They have a great selection and they indicate both the growing conditions and whether or not they are good for cut flowers.
I'd avoid the wildflower mixtures on my first try. They usually contain annuals, biennials and perrenials. Stick with annuals the first year so you won't be yanking out stuff that doesn't please you.
Other than that, about all you need is soil that is well-prepared. There is nothing like adding compost to ensure success. You can do this in the fall, the again in the spring, and you should have a terrific start at flower gardening.
Good luck!
Reply:Shade gardens are somewhat problematic for wildflowers, although there are some that grow there. A good source for you to look around and get some questions answered is Gardenweb; which is broken down into different types of plants, gardens, topics of interest and even specific areas. Here is the link:
http://forums.gardenweb.com/forums/
You will be amazed and delighted at what you find here!
Help on how to plant a cut flower garden?
wild flowers are good and easy to plant you can get the ones that are on a roll spread it on the ground and water everyday..if you lay plastic down first and then put the soil over it you will not get weeds and if you put a few pie plates in the middle tied to a stick it will keep the deer away ,the wild flowers will grow high and cover the pie plates so you cant see them.. you can cut the flowers and they keep for a week if you add sugar to the water..
Reply:nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo... your a dum asssssssssssssssssssss Report It
Reply:I'd check out seen companies like Park Seed for cut flowers. They have a great selection and they indicate both the growing conditions and whether or not they are good for cut flowers.
I'd avoid the wildflower mixtures on my first try. They usually contain annuals, biennials and perrenials. Stick with annuals the first year so you won't be yanking out stuff that doesn't please you.
Other than that, about all you need is soil that is well-prepared. There is nothing like adding compost to ensure success. You can do this in the fall, the again in the spring, and you should have a terrific start at flower gardening.
Good luck!
Reply:Shade gardens are somewhat problematic for wildflowers, although there are some that grow there. A good source for you to look around and get some questions answered is Gardenweb; which is broken down into different types of plants, gardens, topics of interest and even specific areas. Here is the link:
http://forums.gardenweb.com/forums/
You will be amazed and delighted at what you find here!
How can i prevent iguanas from eating all my flowers and ruining my garden?
Build an enclosure. That is most recommended by me.
How can i prevent iguanas from eating all my flowers and ruining my garden?
BB or pellet gun!
Reply:Move to Ohio. They can't live here,(unless their a pet).
Reply:Every time a varmint gets in my garden I put Pinecones all around the plants and flowers. They have sharp points and keep the cats, dogs, etc. out.
Reply:I don't know. Maybe the following would work?
basic chicken wire on the ground prevents cats going potty in your garden. They can't scratch the ground %26amp; don't like to walk on the wire.
Spray cheap vegetable oil around base of your house to prevent crawling insects getting into your home.
Why do hotels always use white towels
How can i prevent iguanas from eating all my flowers and ruining my garden?
BB or pellet gun!
Reply:Move to Ohio. They can't live here,(unless their a pet).
Reply:Every time a varmint gets in my garden I put Pinecones all around the plants and flowers. They have sharp points and keep the cats, dogs, etc. out.
Reply:I don't know. Maybe the following would work?
basic chicken wire on the ground prevents cats going potty in your garden. They can't scratch the ground %26amp; don't like to walk on the wire.
Spray cheap vegetable oil around base of your house to prevent crawling insects getting into your home.
Why do hotels always use white towels
Where are some good sites on the internet to help me design my flower garden?
I'm realizing that I'm not very good at designing our flower garden and I thought maybe I could get some help online. I'm working with annual flowers right now. I did a search and found a couple of sites, but I'm looking for something simple - maybe with pictures and simple information. Any helpful sites would be appreciated. Thanks.
Where are some good sites on the internet to help me design my flower garden?
I personally think the best rules in design are as few as possible. Just plant and have fun! That being said they teach us master gardeners a few basic rules:
1-Keep it simple.
2-Plan for low maintenance.
3-Work from an overall plan (I often violate this)
4-Call Miss Dig (A free service in Michigan - it's to locate buried power lines.)
5-Don't make beds too narrow.
6-Don't plant trees too close to the house or other plants.
7- Make sure you get plants which do well in your climate and region.
With that in mind, here's some sites:
Reply:I agree with that guy! He said all that i would have said if i got here first! Too bad i didnt.... that is some great advice! You should listen to him! I love flower gardens but they are hard sometimes to decorate!...You just cant figure it out. And it could be really hot so you dont even want to even try and do anything with it so it just looks terrible...you should get on decorating your garden and mabey get off the computer?...lol..jp....Cassie
Reply:www.bhg.com is great!
Where are some good sites on the internet to help me design my flower garden?
I personally think the best rules in design are as few as possible. Just plant and have fun! That being said they teach us master gardeners a few basic rules:
1-Keep it simple.
2-Plan for low maintenance.
3-Work from an overall plan (I often violate this)
4-Call Miss Dig (A free service in Michigan - it's to locate buried power lines.)
5-Don't make beds too narrow.
6-Don't plant trees too close to the house or other plants.
7- Make sure you get plants which do well in your climate and region.
With that in mind, here's some sites:
Reply:I agree with that guy! He said all that i would have said if i got here first! Too bad i didnt.... that is some great advice! You should listen to him! I love flower gardens but they are hard sometimes to decorate!...You just cant figure it out. And it could be really hot so you dont even want to even try and do anything with it so it just looks terrible...you should get on decorating your garden and mabey get off the computer?...lol..jp....Cassie
Reply:www.bhg.com is great!
What are your favorite flowers to receive in a bouquet or see in a garden?
White Dogwood...yard
Daffodils...yard
Iris...yard
Carnations %26amp; Baby's Breath...bouquet. Unbelievable frangrance and beauty of flowers.
What are your favorite flowers to receive in a bouquet or see in a garden?
Callalillies are my favorite flower. Orchids are beatiful also!
Reply:I love receiving pink carnations, they smell so wonderful and they last forever. In a garden--any flower they are all so beautiful especially a big variety. My favorite is probably in May when the lilacs come out....mmmmmm can almost smell them now. : )
Reply:Roses,baby's breath,tulips and lillies.
Daffodils...yard
Iris...yard
Carnations %26amp; Baby's Breath...bouquet. Unbelievable frangrance and beauty of flowers.
What are your favorite flowers to receive in a bouquet or see in a garden?
Callalillies are my favorite flower. Orchids are beatiful also!
Reply:I love receiving pink carnations, they smell so wonderful and they last forever. In a garden--any flower they are all so beautiful especially a big variety. My favorite is probably in May when the lilacs come out....mmmmmm can almost smell them now. : )
Reply:Roses,baby's breath,tulips and lillies.
I have a huge flower garden area and I am a new gardener. Where do I begin?
I want alot of roses all types. Do they have to have FULL SUN all day? What are other types of flowers/greenery that I can plant near roses? The garden is the length of my home around 70 ft long So I need alot to fill it. Also I need a good weed killer that will not harm my flowers. Do you recommend anything? How about a good fertilizer for plants to help them grow beautifully? Also I need a big bush or tree to put at the end of my home can you recommend any that will not touch my house ( afraid of color bleeding on house?) skinny but tall like 6 feet tall? Can I plant azaleas near roses? Thanks so much.
I have a huge flower garden area and I am a new gardener. Where do I begin?
Ah ... the rose garden. I tend to my bosses rose garden one of which has a variety of roses planted infront of my residence. Last year I was granted permission to plant other things around the roses, partially for pest control as well as appearance because the roses themselves look so lonely on their own. With the advice of our head gardener, I now have lavender and sweet alyssum (oh ... and garlic, for aphid control). Heather also compliments the rose garden nicely. You want lower shrubs to compliment and not distract from the visual effect of the roses themselves.
Weeds ... pull them out by hand. Don't use weed killer near your flowers. There is also the philosophy that if you have too many weeds, it's because you don't have enough plants.
As for minimizing black spot and mold on roses, for they are susceptible to these in damper climates at any rate, I use a mixture of 2% milk and water (50/50) and spray the roses first thing in the morning about 2 - 3 times a week. The calcium from the milk helps to give the stems strength to support the flowers as well as overall strength to fight off disease. You can also make a solution of epsom salt and water (about a half cup of salts dissolved in boiling water, left to cool and top it up to make a gallon) and water the roses with this about once every 6 weeks. You may use standard rose food as fertilizer but as with all plants and fertilizers you can cause a dependency situation. Good rich compost is always good, but well rotted.
Roses prefer full sun but there are varieties out there that do well in partial shade. Talk with your nursery people.
As for the tree -- try an Emerald Green (a type of cypress).
You can plant azaleas near roses but because both are quite showy, it might be overkill in the visual department. They also require slightly different soil conditions ... nothing too major but it's best to keep some distance.
Have fun.
Reply:I'd look at perennials and bulbs like tulips, daffodils or rhizomes like iris. They come back year after year and all you need to do is remember to fertilize and divide the bulbs every couple of years or more. I'm fond of sweet william and snapdragons (perennials) because they are hearty and robust and come back strong each year. I also like irises, the kind that bloom both spring and fall since blooms can be short lived. Geraniums are also an excellent choice as they are also strong and will come back next year as long as you mulch really well or bring them into your garage over the winter. Going with these types might cost you more up front but will save you money in the long run, and as far as I know they all would do just fine with roses as long as they aren't crowded in too much. They all like sun, and all of mine (all types listed above) get only morning sun and do well. AND, if you start from seed, you can save even more. I have a 20 gallon long aquarium and I start my seeds in there with at least one 40watt fluorescent light, with seed pots about 4 inches from the light. Okay, probably more than you wanted, but I wish you luck! I wish I had that much space!!
Oh, and I like miracle grow for my outside plants... I use a 1:1:1 ratio, but for my indoor plants, some of which are large ferns and peace lillies, I use a type of fertilizer that doesn't have urea in it. Urea builds up in the soil over time making it necessary to change the soil in pots more frequently, which makes it really difficult with the big plants. I think Scotts makes a fertilizer with no urea in it. :) But with outdoor plants, you wouldn't really have to worry about that.
Reply:Hi there!
I think you should go for bigger trees at the corner of you land area, then flowering plants at the border and some vegetable plants near your door way and have a green pleasing lawn in between, you got to do a lot of work though,
to start with try this: http://makemyhome.blogspot.com/2007/05/g...
Good luck
Reply:I recommend any new gardener go and talk to someone at a plant nursery. Your questions are all over the place. You will learn from trial and error if you try to go it alone.
Roses are a lot of work. I'm hoping that you are interested in spending lots of time, if you plant lots of them. Yes, they like full sun. There is also a special rose food you need to feed them to get the best results. Azaleas can go near roses.
Don't just pick any weed killer because there are certain kinds that do certain things. I don't know the type of flowers you have, so I can't recommend one.
Colour bleeding on your house? I don't understand how a plant could do this? Are you meaning the flowers, or the actual plant.
Reply:look at what typs of flowers you would like to have hen look on the tag and make sure they are a good type for the weather where u live and gomfrom there
Reply:You need to go flower shopping read the tags on the flowers to find out if they need sun, also be careful when you water because you can over or under water the plats. also miracle grow help a lot with our gardens.
I have a huge flower garden area and I am a new gardener. Where do I begin?
Ah ... the rose garden. I tend to my bosses rose garden one of which has a variety of roses planted infront of my residence. Last year I was granted permission to plant other things around the roses, partially for pest control as well as appearance because the roses themselves look so lonely on their own. With the advice of our head gardener, I now have lavender and sweet alyssum (oh ... and garlic, for aphid control). Heather also compliments the rose garden nicely. You want lower shrubs to compliment and not distract from the visual effect of the roses themselves.
Weeds ... pull them out by hand. Don't use weed killer near your flowers. There is also the philosophy that if you have too many weeds, it's because you don't have enough plants.
As for minimizing black spot and mold on roses, for they are susceptible to these in damper climates at any rate, I use a mixture of 2% milk and water (50/50) and spray the roses first thing in the morning about 2 - 3 times a week. The calcium from the milk helps to give the stems strength to support the flowers as well as overall strength to fight off disease. You can also make a solution of epsom salt and water (about a half cup of salts dissolved in boiling water, left to cool and top it up to make a gallon) and water the roses with this about once every 6 weeks. You may use standard rose food as fertilizer but as with all plants and fertilizers you can cause a dependency situation. Good rich compost is always good, but well rotted.
Roses prefer full sun but there are varieties out there that do well in partial shade. Talk with your nursery people.
As for the tree -- try an Emerald Green (a type of cypress).
You can plant azaleas near roses but because both are quite showy, it might be overkill in the visual department. They also require slightly different soil conditions ... nothing too major but it's best to keep some distance.
Have fun.
Reply:I'd look at perennials and bulbs like tulips, daffodils or rhizomes like iris. They come back year after year and all you need to do is remember to fertilize and divide the bulbs every couple of years or more. I'm fond of sweet william and snapdragons (perennials) because they are hearty and robust and come back strong each year. I also like irises, the kind that bloom both spring and fall since blooms can be short lived. Geraniums are also an excellent choice as they are also strong and will come back next year as long as you mulch really well or bring them into your garage over the winter. Going with these types might cost you more up front but will save you money in the long run, and as far as I know they all would do just fine with roses as long as they aren't crowded in too much. They all like sun, and all of mine (all types listed above) get only morning sun and do well. AND, if you start from seed, you can save even more. I have a 20 gallon long aquarium and I start my seeds in there with at least one 40watt fluorescent light, with seed pots about 4 inches from the light. Okay, probably more than you wanted, but I wish you luck! I wish I had that much space!!
Oh, and I like miracle grow for my outside plants... I use a 1:1:1 ratio, but for my indoor plants, some of which are large ferns and peace lillies, I use a type of fertilizer that doesn't have urea in it. Urea builds up in the soil over time making it necessary to change the soil in pots more frequently, which makes it really difficult with the big plants. I think Scotts makes a fertilizer with no urea in it. :) But with outdoor plants, you wouldn't really have to worry about that.
Reply:Hi there!
I think you should go for bigger trees at the corner of you land area, then flowering plants at the border and some vegetable plants near your door way and have a green pleasing lawn in between, you got to do a lot of work though,
to start with try this: http://makemyhome.blogspot.com/2007/05/g...
Good luck
Reply:I recommend any new gardener go and talk to someone at a plant nursery. Your questions are all over the place. You will learn from trial and error if you try to go it alone.
Roses are a lot of work. I'm hoping that you are interested in spending lots of time, if you plant lots of them. Yes, they like full sun. There is also a special rose food you need to feed them to get the best results. Azaleas can go near roses.
Don't just pick any weed killer because there are certain kinds that do certain things. I don't know the type of flowers you have, so I can't recommend one.
Colour bleeding on your house? I don't understand how a plant could do this? Are you meaning the flowers, or the actual plant.
Reply:look at what typs of flowers you would like to have hen look on the tag and make sure they are a good type for the weather where u live and gomfrom there
Reply:You need to go flower shopping read the tags on the flowers to find out if they need sun, also be careful when you water because you can over or under water the plats. also miracle grow help a lot with our gardens.
How do you grow a cheap yet beautiful flower garden?
i would love to grow a garden at this time of year but i dont want to spend alot of money on it.I dont know whether its better to buy seeds or actual flowers to plant.i think it would be nice to put a white fence around it for a sense of privacy.Tell me what you think.I would also like a good estimate for the price too.Could anyone help me?
How do you grow a cheap yet beautiful flower garden?
Okay, here is my advice from experience.
I was very, very impoverished and yet I was simply infatuated by flowers of all kinds.
What I did was make the decision to put myself up a greenhouse. Greenhouses do not have to be from kits or expensive like you see in advertising. What you do is collect windows and all the stuff you will need from salvage yards or places where there is going to be remodeling or demolition, with the help of a carpenter you find at a construction site who needs a side job. He can easily build you a little glass box. The most you will ever need is about an 8x12 room, have him put in some spacious shelving and make sure you have access to water, and you're in business.. All I ever had was a space heater and a rotating fan, and I gardened in my greenhouse starting in midFebruary. I grew so much stuff I had to start a nursery to get rid of it all. The stuff just kept growing so that I had many sets of starts that cranked out of that little room in the course of one springtime.
But as for you, find yourself a nice seed house that offers a quality product at a reasonable price. They are out there. Stay away from the big fancy expensive guys. Start with stuff you can't really go wrong with--annuals are a safe bet. But continually keep pushing your limits. You never know what is going to be possible. By the end of my glorious career, I was growing Meconopsis species like marigolds. Hey, it's all in what you're willing to try.
This is the cheapest way I know of to amass the kind of gorgeous displays that we all wish we could have. I had gardens you can only imagine-every year--for the price of the seed and my soil mix and a pack of pots. The heat was really only on for about a month. I kept the seedlings sort of "on the run" and heat'challenged--eh, it was good for 'em.
Best of luck! It's way, way more fun this way, too. there is nothing to compare with working in a quiet greenhouse all day in February while the snow or the rain surrounds you.
Reply:Hi
This is very easy to do. Join a local plant Share group. I'm part of a national one, thats based, in small communities all over the country, called community plant share, all the plants offered are free of charge. The most you will have to do is post your desires, needs and wants and then go pick them up, is someone responds.If there isn't one in your local community, consider stating one, by contacting community plant share.
However if that is not your cup of tea, then check out Lowes home and garden center in the mornings or late at night, they normally have racks full of plants they mark down to .25 or half off , each Lowe's location is different, depending on management.. Right now is a perfect time to go experiment , with different plants and gets lots for your money.
if i were you i would stay away from seeds, this time of year, they needs lots of water and care to spout, and unless your willing to stay on top of them... then leave them bee.
If you post a little more info such as, what zone your in, if you have full sun or shade, then I'm certain everyone can give more advice. if you don't know your zone, than fill in with your city and state. Knowing this info, will help save you a great deal of money , because, then you can be advised of what will grow best in your climate conditions.
I know I wasn't much help, but i love gardening and love to see others take it on as well. With that said i do wish you the very best in your personal gardening experience.
Reply:Pansies and marigolds are super cheap. Go to a greenhouse and check out prices, you'd be surprised.
Reply:some green house plants are inexpensive, take a look you'll find plenty
nothing beats the low cost of seeds.
hard to give you an estimate with out knowing how big your area is.
a small 4x6 ft bed would need about $20 of plant flats or $5 of seeds (this same area of garden bed could easily cost $200 depending on what plants and other add-ons you choose)
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How do you grow a cheap yet beautiful flower garden?
Okay, here is my advice from experience.
I was very, very impoverished and yet I was simply infatuated by flowers of all kinds.
What I did was make the decision to put myself up a greenhouse. Greenhouses do not have to be from kits or expensive like you see in advertising. What you do is collect windows and all the stuff you will need from salvage yards or places where there is going to be remodeling or demolition, with the help of a carpenter you find at a construction site who needs a side job. He can easily build you a little glass box. The most you will ever need is about an 8x12 room, have him put in some spacious shelving and make sure you have access to water, and you're in business.. All I ever had was a space heater and a rotating fan, and I gardened in my greenhouse starting in midFebruary. I grew so much stuff I had to start a nursery to get rid of it all. The stuff just kept growing so that I had many sets of starts that cranked out of that little room in the course of one springtime.
But as for you, find yourself a nice seed house that offers a quality product at a reasonable price. They are out there. Stay away from the big fancy expensive guys. Start with stuff you can't really go wrong with--annuals are a safe bet. But continually keep pushing your limits. You never know what is going to be possible. By the end of my glorious career, I was growing Meconopsis species like marigolds. Hey, it's all in what you're willing to try.
This is the cheapest way I know of to amass the kind of gorgeous displays that we all wish we could have. I had gardens you can only imagine-every year--for the price of the seed and my soil mix and a pack of pots. The heat was really only on for about a month. I kept the seedlings sort of "on the run" and heat'challenged--eh, it was good for 'em.
Best of luck! It's way, way more fun this way, too. there is nothing to compare with working in a quiet greenhouse all day in February while the snow or the rain surrounds you.
Reply:Hi
This is very easy to do. Join a local plant Share group. I'm part of a national one, thats based, in small communities all over the country, called community plant share, all the plants offered are free of charge. The most you will have to do is post your desires, needs and wants and then go pick them up, is someone responds.If there isn't one in your local community, consider stating one, by contacting community plant share.
However if that is not your cup of tea, then check out Lowes home and garden center in the mornings or late at night, they normally have racks full of plants they mark down to .25 or half off , each Lowe's location is different, depending on management.. Right now is a perfect time to go experiment , with different plants and gets lots for your money.
if i were you i would stay away from seeds, this time of year, they needs lots of water and care to spout, and unless your willing to stay on top of them... then leave them bee.
If you post a little more info such as, what zone your in, if you have full sun or shade, then I'm certain everyone can give more advice. if you don't know your zone, than fill in with your city and state. Knowing this info, will help save you a great deal of money , because, then you can be advised of what will grow best in your climate conditions.
I know I wasn't much help, but i love gardening and love to see others take it on as well. With that said i do wish you the very best in your personal gardening experience.
Reply:Pansies and marigolds are super cheap. Go to a greenhouse and check out prices, you'd be surprised.
Reply:some green house plants are inexpensive, take a look you'll find plenty
nothing beats the low cost of seeds.
hard to give you an estimate with out knowing how big your area is.
a small 4x6 ft bed would need about $20 of plant flats or $5 of seeds (this same area of garden bed could easily cost $200 depending on what plants and other add-ons you choose)
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I have several flowers, plants, weeds growing in my garden that I can't identify. How can I figure them out?
I am new to gardening. I ordered some bulbs, planted some annuals and seeds, and there were other things growing when we bought the house. Now I can't remember which is what and don't know the names of all of them-and am wondering if any are weeds or wildflowers that should be removed. Is there any website that can help? Or, well I took pictures of some of those in question, anyone wanna take a stab at it?
I have several flowers, plants, weeds growing in my garden that I can't identify. How can I figure them out?
Sure put the pictures up, at least we can lead you in the right direction.
In addition to the garden centers, don't forget the Master Gardeners associated with the Cooperative Extension Service in your county......assuming you are in the US. Contact them and ask for help. To find them on the web, type (your state) Cooperative Extension Service and then follow the sites down to get your county office telephone number.
Reply:side note to your question....once you establish what the plants are, go to the dollar store or craft store and buy the larger popcycle sticks, use a sharpie maker and write in what each plant is and place it behind the plant...then when they come up in the spring you can remember what you have.
Reply:Take some photos and ask the staff at a gardencenter (place where they sell plants).
Reply:Try entering the name of your state along with [weeds photos] - leave the brackets out - into Yahoo search. You should find some sites that have photos of weeds for your area. It took me a little bit of web browsing, but last week I was able to identify a "clammy choke cherry" that's growing in my Mother's yard. It's just that one site said it was a weed and another that it was a wild flower.
Reply:lily,hypericum?, dollarweed, begonia, columbine, lily, ?, lily,
Reply:1.Asiatic lily, 2.columbine, 3.nasturtium, 4tuberous begonia, 5.bleeding heart, 6.Asiatic lily, 7.pink impatient, 8. Asiatic lily. I think! Good luck!
I have several flowers, plants, weeds growing in my garden that I can't identify. How can I figure them out?
Sure put the pictures up, at least we can lead you in the right direction.
In addition to the garden centers, don't forget the Master Gardeners associated with the Cooperative Extension Service in your county......assuming you are in the US. Contact them and ask for help. To find them on the web, type (your state) Cooperative Extension Service and then follow the sites down to get your county office telephone number.
Reply:side note to your question....once you establish what the plants are, go to the dollar store or craft store and buy the larger popcycle sticks, use a sharpie maker and write in what each plant is and place it behind the plant...then when they come up in the spring you can remember what you have.
Reply:Take some photos and ask the staff at a gardencenter (place where they sell plants).
Reply:Try entering the name of your state along with [weeds photos] - leave the brackets out - into Yahoo search. You should find some sites that have photos of weeds for your area. It took me a little bit of web browsing, but last week I was able to identify a "clammy choke cherry" that's growing in my Mother's yard. It's just that one site said it was a weed and another that it was a wild flower.
Reply:lily,hypericum?, dollarweed, begonia, columbine, lily, ?, lily,
Reply:1.Asiatic lily, 2.columbine, 3.nasturtium, 4tuberous begonia, 5.bleeding heart, 6.Asiatic lily, 7.pink impatient, 8. Asiatic lily. I think! Good luck!
I have a grass plant in my garden which flowers each summer with a red/orange flower does anyone know the name
also it seems to multiply each year
I have a grass plant in my garden which flowers each summer with a red/orange flower does anyone know the name
sounds like a day lilly, maybe a tiger day lilly
Reply:Dunno what the flower looks like exactly,or how tall it is but if its perennial,and can grow in dry/poor soil,then its possibly a variety of Crocosmia,sometimes known as Montbretia.
It can be split at the roots,when flowering has finished,and the bits transplanted elsewhere.
Reply:Hi I found a few links for you to help you.
http://www.ahomeandgarden.com/Butterfly-...
http://www.alamy.com/stock_photography/9...
http://www.naturesongs.com/vvplants/redo...
http://www.und.edu/org/soaringeagleprair...
http://www.rimjournal.com/arizyson/wldfl...
Hope one of these links has your flower. Sound beautiful. I am also thinking of another flower, but it is an annual.
Reply:Try BBC/gardening
I have a grass plant in my garden which flowers each summer with a red/orange flower does anyone know the name
sounds like a day lilly, maybe a tiger day lilly
Reply:Dunno what the flower looks like exactly,or how tall it is but if its perennial,and can grow in dry/poor soil,then its possibly a variety of Crocosmia,sometimes known as Montbretia.
It can be split at the roots,when flowering has finished,and the bits transplanted elsewhere.
Reply:Hi I found a few links for you to help you.
http://www.ahomeandgarden.com/Butterfly-...
http://www.alamy.com/stock_photography/9...
http://www.naturesongs.com/vvplants/redo...
http://www.und.edu/org/soaringeagleprair...
http://www.rimjournal.com/arizyson/wldfl...
Hope one of these links has your flower. Sound beautiful. I am also thinking of another flower, but it is an annual.
Reply:Try BBC/gardening
Get rid of clover in my flower garden?
I have a serious problem with clover in my flower garden... I'm hesitent to use chemicals because I do not know what their effect would be on the flowers and other plants. When I pull them out they just come back stronger.
Is there a fast growing ground cover that I can use which will fill in the gaps in my flowerbed and eliminate the clover?
Get rid of clover in my flower garden?
Put down a good layer (3-4 inches) of mulch. We like to use grass clippings. Depending on how far apart things are in your flower garden, you can also use a good layer of newspapers under the grass clippings. This will usually keep almost anything down. The grass clippings will not add any weeds to the garden and after a few days dry to a light green to brown color. The other benefit is that the clippings will add nitrogen and organic matter to your soil.
Visit our website for more gardening ideas at-
http://www.gardening-at-the-crossroads.c...
Good Luck and Happy Gardening from Cathy and Neal!
Reply:Hello
Clover can be quite troublesome but there are two ways to control it. The most aggravating way but effective way would be to pull it up by hand. The easier way would be to spray the clover down with a weed killer containing triclopyr, triethlamine salt. 2-4D which is in your standard broadleaf weed killers will not kill it so do not let Home Depot or any other place like that sell you it. The only thing about the triclopyr is that it can not get on any plants you do not want to kill. Easiest way to prevent that is by shielding the plants with cardboard. Spray the clover in the heat of the day and then reapply in about 7 days. To prevent more from germinating sprinkle down Triaflurin which is a weed pre-emergent it will prevent anything from germinating from seeds for six weeks at a time. Reapply as needed. Goodluck
Greenman
Is there a fast growing ground cover that I can use which will fill in the gaps in my flowerbed and eliminate the clover?
Get rid of clover in my flower garden?
Put down a good layer (3-4 inches) of mulch. We like to use grass clippings. Depending on how far apart things are in your flower garden, you can also use a good layer of newspapers under the grass clippings. This will usually keep almost anything down. The grass clippings will not add any weeds to the garden and after a few days dry to a light green to brown color. The other benefit is that the clippings will add nitrogen and organic matter to your soil.
Visit our website for more gardening ideas at-
http://www.gardening-at-the-crossroads.c...
Good Luck and Happy Gardening from Cathy and Neal!
Reply:Hello
Clover can be quite troublesome but there are two ways to control it. The most aggravating way but effective way would be to pull it up by hand. The easier way would be to spray the clover down with a weed killer containing triclopyr, triethlamine salt. 2-4D which is in your standard broadleaf weed killers will not kill it so do not let Home Depot or any other place like that sell you it. The only thing about the triclopyr is that it can not get on any plants you do not want to kill. Easiest way to prevent that is by shielding the plants with cardboard. Spray the clover in the heat of the day and then reapply in about 7 days. To prevent more from germinating sprinkle down Triaflurin which is a weed pre-emergent it will prevent anything from germinating from seeds for six weeks at a time. Reapply as needed. Goodluck
Greenman
I have no clue how to garden. i would like to plant some pretty flowers and plants in my small front yard.?
what kind of flowers are low maintainence and really pretty. how do i get started?
I have no clue how to garden. i would like to plant some pretty flowers and plants in my small front yard.?
Annuals and perennials both like elevated beds with good soil. This is your first priority. Remove weeds, chop and turn soil, add soil conditioners you buy at nursery (IE compost, peat moss, etc), and chop it thoroughly through. Rake bed into shape with 6" to 8" above other soil. You can even grade the back higher for a big presentation. Plant slightly closer than recommended, and apply mulch on top of soil. Very important, because it keeps soil from eroding and/or drying out. For flowers I use pine bark mini nuggets. Dark color provides natural look and good contrast.
Not knowing where you are at, it is hard to know what to recommend. Ask a local nursery. Check into my favorites...
Perennials;
Stella De Oro day lilies - very tough with gold bloom all summer.
Sedum - lots of kinds, I like Autumn Joy which gets 12" tall and flower looks like pink broccoli head. No kidding. Extremely easy to grow, and drought tolerant. Some sedums get only 3" tall.
Annuals;
Nothing beats the Wave petunia. Not just any petunia. Waves are more expensive but worth it. They grow and bloom like crazy even in the heat.
Where I live it is too late to plant. Wait until weather cools down to plant perennials. Only annuals for cool weather is the pansy and snapdragon. The pansy can even take some snow, but dies in the heat of summer. We use ornamental cabbage and kale mixed with and behind pansies for big display. Good luck.
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Reply:Flowers and herbs are easy to plant if you have seeds, throw them right away in the garden or pot.
Pretty flowers such as Petunia, dahlia and Zinnia has a unique feature. The easiest and fastest is Sunflower but need full sun to grow.
Have more info here on how to start planting from seeds.
http://pjnursery.cblinkenterprise.com/in...
Reply:Usually whatever is for sale in your region will grow...thats why they sell stuff that grows where you live. I like Asylum..not sure thats how you spell it. That stuff looks cool when it gets a chance to grow. You know you have to dig a small hole and fill it with the plant and some potting soil right?
Reply:I had many plants in my front yard and I was working out there often...this year I bought some annuals and some perennials and put them in pots (you can use cheap plastic pots) and place them wherever you want. The thing I like about the pots is that if it's a real hot year you can move them around...same if it's a rainy summer you can place them in sun and let them dry out. You can put them on a porch, try them in different spots to see how they look, try different types of plants each year and they add beauty all over. As you take care of your plants you will learn about different types of aphids, slugs, worms that invade plants. When you feel you have enough knowledge where you're comfortable then begin planting in the ground. Good luck....it's a lot of work but a wonderful reward. Buy a book to begin learning about the plants you have, what colors recede or pop right out, all different things.
Marigolds are easy. If you decide to plant any bulbs for tulips or such you should know that they have a top and bottom and if you plant them wrong they won't grow up to where you will see them. Hostas are very nice plants but they attract slugs,
Look at the flowers that grow wild in your area, they would be a good place to start because they survive without any help from us.
Reply:Most flowers are low maintenance. Just turn over the dirt where you want your flowers to grow. Then buy some plants at Walmart or a garden shop. Start with annuals. Plant them in your little garden. Water them every few days and keep the weeds out. It is a lot of fun and flowers look great. Buy a book at the garden center.
Reply:it matters where you live so I cannot give specific advice on what plants,but i can tell you how to get started. first there are two basic types annual and perennial(one season or every year they come back). Annuals are no maintenance other than a little fertilizer and water. perennials need to be cut to the ground at the end of season and will need more fertilization ether way you will need decent soil and that can bee made if you do not have good soil.just add some compost, peat moss to your soil and mix it together. annuals are easy just put them in the ground and water and keep watering all season, when they die just remove them and throw away.
but the best source of planting guides are the people at your local nursery
Reply:well im no expert but i've helped peaple plant before.what we normally do is add water let it soak in for a while unless it is already soft.then you need to dig about 5in. and keep on turning the soil untill soft then plant it and water it a little.
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I have no clue how to garden. i would like to plant some pretty flowers and plants in my small front yard.?
Annuals and perennials both like elevated beds with good soil. This is your first priority. Remove weeds, chop and turn soil, add soil conditioners you buy at nursery (IE compost, peat moss, etc), and chop it thoroughly through. Rake bed into shape with 6" to 8" above other soil. You can even grade the back higher for a big presentation. Plant slightly closer than recommended, and apply mulch on top of soil. Very important, because it keeps soil from eroding and/or drying out. For flowers I use pine bark mini nuggets. Dark color provides natural look and good contrast.
Not knowing where you are at, it is hard to know what to recommend. Ask a local nursery. Check into my favorites...
Perennials;
Stella De Oro day lilies - very tough with gold bloom all summer.
Sedum - lots of kinds, I like Autumn Joy which gets 12" tall and flower looks like pink broccoli head. No kidding. Extremely easy to grow, and drought tolerant. Some sedums get only 3" tall.
Annuals;
Nothing beats the Wave petunia. Not just any petunia. Waves are more expensive but worth it. They grow and bloom like crazy even in the heat.
Where I live it is too late to plant. Wait until weather cools down to plant perennials. Only annuals for cool weather is the pansy and snapdragon. The pansy can even take some snow, but dies in the heat of summer. We use ornamental cabbage and kale mixed with and behind pansies for big display. Good luck.
Reply:asdadasdadasdasdasd
Reply:Flowers and herbs are easy to plant if you have seeds, throw them right away in the garden or pot.
Pretty flowers such as Petunia, dahlia and Zinnia has a unique feature. The easiest and fastest is Sunflower but need full sun to grow.
Have more info here on how to start planting from seeds.
http://pjnursery.cblinkenterprise.com/in...
Reply:Usually whatever is for sale in your region will grow...thats why they sell stuff that grows where you live. I like Asylum..not sure thats how you spell it. That stuff looks cool when it gets a chance to grow. You know you have to dig a small hole and fill it with the plant and some potting soil right?
Reply:I had many plants in my front yard and I was working out there often...this year I bought some annuals and some perennials and put them in pots (you can use cheap plastic pots) and place them wherever you want. The thing I like about the pots is that if it's a real hot year you can move them around...same if it's a rainy summer you can place them in sun and let them dry out. You can put them on a porch, try them in different spots to see how they look, try different types of plants each year and they add beauty all over. As you take care of your plants you will learn about different types of aphids, slugs, worms that invade plants. When you feel you have enough knowledge where you're comfortable then begin planting in the ground. Good luck....it's a lot of work but a wonderful reward. Buy a book to begin learning about the plants you have, what colors recede or pop right out, all different things.
Marigolds are easy. If you decide to plant any bulbs for tulips or such you should know that they have a top and bottom and if you plant them wrong they won't grow up to where you will see them. Hostas are very nice plants but they attract slugs,
Look at the flowers that grow wild in your area, they would be a good place to start because they survive without any help from us.
Reply:Most flowers are low maintenance. Just turn over the dirt where you want your flowers to grow. Then buy some plants at Walmart or a garden shop. Start with annuals. Plant them in your little garden. Water them every few days and keep the weeds out. It is a lot of fun and flowers look great. Buy a book at the garden center.
Reply:it matters where you live so I cannot give specific advice on what plants,but i can tell you how to get started. first there are two basic types annual and perennial(one season or every year they come back). Annuals are no maintenance other than a little fertilizer and water. perennials need to be cut to the ground at the end of season and will need more fertilization ether way you will need decent soil and that can bee made if you do not have good soil.just add some compost, peat moss to your soil and mix it together. annuals are easy just put them in the ground and water and keep watering all season, when they die just remove them and throw away.
but the best source of planting guides are the people at your local nursery
Reply:well im no expert but i've helped peaple plant before.what we normally do is add water let it soak in for a while unless it is already soft.then you need to dig about 5in. and keep on turning the soil untill soft then plant it and water it a little.
Perfect semi formal makeup
I have a grass plant in my garden which flowers each summer with a red/orange flower does anyone know the name
also it seems to multiply each year
I have a grass plant in my garden which flowers each summer with a red/orange flower does anyone know the name
Can you give more details please, height and spread would be useful.
You say it multiplies each year, do you mean that it seeds itself around the garden or just increases itself by bulking up?
OK then there are loads of different things that it could be but at that height it is unlikely to be a Miscanthus. It could come from the Pennisetum group, sorry I can't help much more.
Good luck with finding out.
Reply:Check out these images. If this is it then it is a Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia caulescens).
http://www.english-country-garden.com/a/...
http://www.cambridge2000.com/gallery/ima...
Reply:if it grows from small bulbs that look like crocus corms it is crocrosmia
Reply:wonder if it is a type of daisy
Reply:without a picture it will be difficult.
following your description I have something similar and I believe it is a Crocosmia.
we bought our house last year and don't know what half the flowering shrubs are. To work out what they are I look around the garden centres when I'm there and try and 'spot' our plants so I can identify them!
Crocosmia is a small genus of perennial species in the iris family Iridaceae, native to grasslands in the Cape region (South Africa).
They are commonly known in the United States as coppertips or falling stars, and in Britain as montbretia. Other names, for hybrids and cultivars, include antholyza, and curtonus.
They are now grown worldwide, and more than 400 cultivars have been produced. Some hybrids have become invasive species.
The name is derived from the Greek words krokos (saffron) and osme (smell), referring to the saffron-like scent, when dried flowers are dipped in water.
They are evergreen or deciduous perennial herbs, that grow from basal underground corms. The basal, alternate leaves are cauline (meaning, belonging to the stem) and distichous (meaning, growing in two vertical ranks). The leaves are linear or lanceolate. The blades are parallel-veined. The margin is entire.
They have colourful inflorescences of 4 to 20 vivid red and orange subopposite flowers on a divaricately branched stem. The terminal inflorescence can have the form of a cyme or a raceme. These flower from early summer well into fall. The flowers are sessile on a flexuose arched spike. The fertile flowers are hermaphroditic. All stamens have an equal length. The style branches are apically forked. They are pollinated by insects, birds (hummingbirds) or by the wind. The dehiscent capsules are shorter than wide.
Crocosmia are winter-hardy in warm temperate regions. They can be propagated through division, removing offsets from the corm in spring.
For images of Crocosmia, try Google:
http://images.google.com/images?hl=en%26amp;q=...
Reply:If it is a tiny flower it is possibly the 'Fumitory' so named because it gives off a little puff of 'smoke' when touched.
Reply:It could be crocosmia. Check to see if it comes from a little bulb.
I have a grass plant in my garden which flowers each summer with a red/orange flower does anyone know the name
Can you give more details please, height and spread would be useful.
You say it multiplies each year, do you mean that it seeds itself around the garden or just increases itself by bulking up?
OK then there are loads of different things that it could be but at that height it is unlikely to be a Miscanthus. It could come from the Pennisetum group, sorry I can't help much more.
Good luck with finding out.
Reply:Check out these images. If this is it then it is a Red Hot Poker (Kniphofia caulescens).
http://www.english-country-garden.com/a/...
http://www.cambridge2000.com/gallery/ima...
Reply:if it grows from small bulbs that look like crocus corms it is crocrosmia
Reply:wonder if it is a type of daisy
Reply:without a picture it will be difficult.
following your description I have something similar and I believe it is a Crocosmia.
we bought our house last year and don't know what half the flowering shrubs are. To work out what they are I look around the garden centres when I'm there and try and 'spot' our plants so I can identify them!
Crocosmia is a small genus of perennial species in the iris family Iridaceae, native to grasslands in the Cape region (South Africa).
They are commonly known in the United States as coppertips or falling stars, and in Britain as montbretia. Other names, for hybrids and cultivars, include antholyza, and curtonus.
They are now grown worldwide, and more than 400 cultivars have been produced. Some hybrids have become invasive species.
The name is derived from the Greek words krokos (saffron) and osme (smell), referring to the saffron-like scent, when dried flowers are dipped in water.
They are evergreen or deciduous perennial herbs, that grow from basal underground corms. The basal, alternate leaves are cauline (meaning, belonging to the stem) and distichous (meaning, growing in two vertical ranks). The leaves are linear or lanceolate. The blades are parallel-veined. The margin is entire.
They have colourful inflorescences of 4 to 20 vivid red and orange subopposite flowers on a divaricately branched stem. The terminal inflorescence can have the form of a cyme or a raceme. These flower from early summer well into fall. The flowers are sessile on a flexuose arched spike. The fertile flowers are hermaphroditic. All stamens have an equal length. The style branches are apically forked. They are pollinated by insects, birds (hummingbirds) or by the wind. The dehiscent capsules are shorter than wide.
Crocosmia are winter-hardy in warm temperate regions. They can be propagated through division, removing offsets from the corm in spring.
For images of Crocosmia, try Google:
http://images.google.com/images?hl=en%26amp;q=...
Reply:If it is a tiny flower it is possibly the 'Fumitory' so named because it gives off a little puff of 'smoke' when touched.
Reply:It could be crocosmia. Check to see if it comes from a little bulb.
I would like to get seeds from plants & flowers in my garden - does anyone know a website with info & photos?
there are alot of websites around from seed dealers.
However, if you want to propogate your own start collecting as soon as the flowers die off and the seed pods are "ripe". keep the seeds in envelopes that are labelled (a bit obvious but worth a mention). In late winter it sometimes helps to let the seeds experience cold for a few days in a fridge or in a freezer for about 12 hours. Sow in early spring in trays, cover with brown paper and keep in a warm, dark place. In a while you should have plenty of seedlings for next year!
A couple of informative web-sites are RHS and www.bbc.com/gardening...lots of info in both.
hope this helps!
I would like to get seeds from plants %26amp; flowers in my garden - does anyone know a website with info %26amp; photos?
there are loads of seeds, poppies, marigolds etc, invest in a good book some can be done by simple division, and my mother has never ben ashamed to knock at someones door and simply ask and she maintaind she has her beautiful garden for nothing! key is wot u can grow from stem cuttings, then go for a daily jaunt to the garden centre! oops! and pinch a cutting!!!!!!!
Reply:Try Burpee Seed Company.
Reply:I got some seeds for yellow violets on eBay. Lots of sellers have seeds.
Reply:Alan Titchmarch's site/Sutton seeds.why not collect some from friends and family when the floering is over, they are free
Reply:why not just save the seeds, just let the seed pods dry, then put the seeds into labelled PAPER bags or envelopes and keep then till next year.
Reply:The Royal Horticultural Society website has a plantfinder function and lots of info and links.
However, if you want to propogate your own start collecting as soon as the flowers die off and the seed pods are "ripe". keep the seeds in envelopes that are labelled (a bit obvious but worth a mention). In late winter it sometimes helps to let the seeds experience cold for a few days in a fridge or in a freezer for about 12 hours. Sow in early spring in trays, cover with brown paper and keep in a warm, dark place. In a while you should have plenty of seedlings for next year!
A couple of informative web-sites are RHS and www.bbc.com/gardening...lots of info in both.
hope this helps!
I would like to get seeds from plants %26amp; flowers in my garden - does anyone know a website with info %26amp; photos?
there are loads of seeds, poppies, marigolds etc, invest in a good book some can be done by simple division, and my mother has never ben ashamed to knock at someones door and simply ask and she maintaind she has her beautiful garden for nothing! key is wot u can grow from stem cuttings, then go for a daily jaunt to the garden centre! oops! and pinch a cutting!!!!!!!
Reply:Try Burpee Seed Company.
Reply:I got some seeds for yellow violets on eBay. Lots of sellers have seeds.
Reply:Alan Titchmarch's site/Sutton seeds.why not collect some from friends and family when the floering is over, they are free
Reply:why not just save the seeds, just let the seed pods dry, then put the seeds into labelled PAPER bags or envelopes and keep then till next year.
Reply:The Royal Horticultural Society website has a plantfinder function and lots of info and links.
Why do people put chimneys full of flowers in their garden? And cartwheels,what's all that about?
Its called "age", like you are not allowed to own a shed until you are 30. I am over 30 and have bought a shed, I am actively looking for some wagon wheels and I have a chiminea. 5 years ago I would have laughed, but as I get older I appreciate the beauty of nature a bit more than the beauty of money.
I would see if you are still asking this question in 10 years time.
Enjoy life whilst you can, then at least you can get in to gardening when you an old git like me! :)
Why do people put chimneys full of flowers in their garden? And cartwheels,what's all that about?
No idea... we have seen ppl who have had an old toliet in the garden with flowers in now that is just plain CRAZY
Reply:Because in there opinion it is pretty.. something they like.. I have seen bathtubs in yards full of flowers.. it is someones idea of beauty..
Reply:Maybe they just like the way it looks
Reply:Chimney pots and cartwheels remind people of days gone by, and give gardens a timeless quality.
In a few years' time. we'll grow flowers in old CRT monitors and arrange analogue televisions around our gardens.
Reply:they are trying to be original... and failing
Reply:People put chimneys, cartwheels, etc. in their garden for an interesting, artistic effect. Its as simple as that.
Reply:people seem to want to plant flowers anywhere lately
maybe they're all allergic to plant pots?!
Reply:Its called decorative
Reply:Novelty value
Reply:its usually all about bad taste m8
I would see if you are still asking this question in 10 years time.
Enjoy life whilst you can, then at least you can get in to gardening when you an old git like me! :)
Why do people put chimneys full of flowers in their garden? And cartwheels,what's all that about?
No idea... we have seen ppl who have had an old toliet in the garden with flowers in now that is just plain CRAZY
Reply:Because in there opinion it is pretty.. something they like.. I have seen bathtubs in yards full of flowers.. it is someones idea of beauty..
Reply:Maybe they just like the way it looks
Reply:Chimney pots and cartwheels remind people of days gone by, and give gardens a timeless quality.
In a few years' time. we'll grow flowers in old CRT monitors and arrange analogue televisions around our gardens.
Reply:they are trying to be original... and failing
Reply:People put chimneys, cartwheels, etc. in their garden for an interesting, artistic effect. Its as simple as that.
Reply:people seem to want to plant flowers anywhere lately
maybe they're all allergic to plant pots?!
Reply:Its called decorative
Reply:Novelty value
Reply:its usually all about bad taste m8
What are some creative ideas for a flower garden?
I am having a 850 square feet flower garden, and it is going to bed english/cottage style. its going to be mostly "elegant" flowers, like roses, lavender, eustoma, lillies sweet peas, angelonia, foxglove ect, that all bloom in summer, and are all shades of pink, purple, or white. there is also going to be a small fountain in the middle of the garden with a a rock walk way to and around it, made with rocks with mother of thyme growing between them . also the garden will be surrounded by a short lattice fence, and border like flower bed that it 8 feet up sitting on poles going all around the lattice fence with morning glories hanging down from them. And at the back, is a tall lattice fence 8 feet high with clematises growing up them. and also a arch at the entrance. i'm in zone 5 ontario canada. any creative ideas, or good plants to add will be great! thanks in advance.
What are some creative ideas for a flower garden?
create rooms with evergreen hedgeplants like boxwoods, and interesting mini junipers and spruces. backbones. Decorative elements that are a nice surprise at certain turns in your pathways. And a secret water feature that you can hear but have to explore the beautiful areas you have created to find it. Ornamental grasses lend texture, sounds, and also low maintance.
Reply:Don't forget the smaller scrambling clematis such as Clematis texensis and C. viticella. These require very little attention and will use other plants for support without swamping them.
Reply:It sounds lovely and that you have thought things out in detail. You might consider Nepeta 'Walker's Low', a Butterfly Bush, and some Peonies. I think they all have an old fashioned look and would look well in the type of garden you are creating.
http://www.landscape-design-advice.com
Reply:Water evaporates from fountain. Have a circulation for the water from a resevoir or have float system to refill when low.
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What are some creative ideas for a flower garden?
create rooms with evergreen hedgeplants like boxwoods, and interesting mini junipers and spruces. backbones. Decorative elements that are a nice surprise at certain turns in your pathways. And a secret water feature that you can hear but have to explore the beautiful areas you have created to find it. Ornamental grasses lend texture, sounds, and also low maintance.
Reply:Don't forget the smaller scrambling clematis such as Clematis texensis and C. viticella. These require very little attention and will use other plants for support without swamping them.
Reply:It sounds lovely and that you have thought things out in detail. You might consider Nepeta 'Walker's Low', a Butterfly Bush, and some Peonies. I think they all have an old fashioned look and would look well in the type of garden you are creating.
http://www.landscape-design-advice.com
Reply:Water evaporates from fountain. Have a circulation for the water from a resevoir or have float system to refill when low.
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What flowers could I plant in containers for a garden with virtually no direct sunlight?
My back garden only gets 2-3 hours sunlight in the morning, it is all paved and I'd like to have a "container garden" to add some colour, any suggestions? And what mixes well with what?
What flowers could I plant in containers for a garden with virtually no direct sunlight?
English weather is GREAT for lobelia! It loves shade and moderate temperatures. For a pretty mix, try some impatiens with vinca vine, asparagus fern and coleus (insignificant flowers but colorful foliage.) It's best to avoid perennials in containers---they will quickly outgrow them. Hope this helps!
Reply:airplane plants and ivy
Reply:a mix of impatiens would be lovely. they're great in containers. also begonias
Reply:Calla Lilies are great container plants and come in a variety of colors not just the traditional white. Mine have thrived quite well in my virtually sunless yard. And if you take the containers inside during the winter, they won't die back and you get blooms all year! If you prefer, Fairy lilies are also great!
Reply:Begonias will do fine and impatience, for leaves hosta is pretty nice too. Good luck soon you too will have a green thumb.
What flowers could I plant in containers for a garden with virtually no direct sunlight?
English weather is GREAT for lobelia! It loves shade and moderate temperatures. For a pretty mix, try some impatiens with vinca vine, asparagus fern and coleus (insignificant flowers but colorful foliage.) It's best to avoid perennials in containers---they will quickly outgrow them. Hope this helps!
Reply:airplane plants and ivy
Reply:a mix of impatiens would be lovely. they're great in containers. also begonias
Reply:Calla Lilies are great container plants and come in a variety of colors not just the traditional white. Mine have thrived quite well in my virtually sunless yard. And if you take the containers inside during the winter, they won't die back and you get blooms all year! If you prefer, Fairy lilies are also great!
Reply:Begonias will do fine and impatience, for leaves hosta is pretty nice too. Good luck soon you too will have a green thumb.
Looking for suggestions for a flower garden in Minnesota?
I want to put a flower garden in the yard in front of my house, but I'm not sure what I would be able to use. Since that side of the house faces the west, it doesn't get sunlight until the afternoon. I've looked around at a few different green houses to get some ideas, but all I find is plants that require full sun. I would like to get flowers or small shrubs or maybe even some climbing flowers. Any suggestions??? Thanks!
Looking for suggestions for a flower garden in Minnesota?
Look for part sun plants or shade plants. Perennials - Black eyed susans, echinacea, daylilies and poppies come to mind - they are all pretty easy to grow in various conditions as long as they get some sun. Hostas are also an option, and shrubs - look for weigelia and spirea - also very easy to grow. Azalea is an option, too. Climbing flowers - or vining flowers - morning glories, an annual, are easy, and my favorite is nasturtiums - they aren't really a climbing flower, they are more of a cascading flower. Also an annual.
All of these plants do very well in various locations in my yard, and I live in upstate NY - zone 5. Ensure that you boost your soil before planting - add some compost (you can purchase bags) and I like to add a bag of top soil. Mix it all up good, and you should be in good shape.
Please accept my apologies if I spelled some of the plants wrong. Good luck!
Looking for suggestions for a flower garden in Minnesota?
Look for part sun plants or shade plants. Perennials - Black eyed susans, echinacea, daylilies and poppies come to mind - they are all pretty easy to grow in various conditions as long as they get some sun. Hostas are also an option, and shrubs - look for weigelia and spirea - also very easy to grow. Azalea is an option, too. Climbing flowers - or vining flowers - morning glories, an annual, are easy, and my favorite is nasturtiums - they aren't really a climbing flower, they are more of a cascading flower. Also an annual.
All of these plants do very well in various locations in my yard, and I live in upstate NY - zone 5. Ensure that you boost your soil before planting - add some compost (you can purchase bags) and I like to add a bag of top soil. Mix it all up good, and you should be in good shape.
Please accept my apologies if I spelled some of the plants wrong. Good luck!
Cut flower garden- which plants grow best in the tropics?
I live on a Caribbean island. I'd like to put in a cut flower garden so I can do flower arrangements. Right now I have a lot of bird of paradise flowers, but I'm looking for some variety. I'd like to order some seeds from the US, and pick up whatever I can find locally. But I'm not sure what holds over well in a vase.
Cut flower garden- which plants grow best in the tropics?
I live on Maui, and Gingers, red, pink, and blue, do excellent here, and when I cut them the flowers will last a week or two. Try gingers, of course birds, orchids grow great here,just to name a few, but the best one is the ginger plant. I love those big red flowers. Also haleconia's grow excellent, and make beautiful flower arrangements.
Reply:send me some seeds
Reply:I am not knowledgable about tropical soils, temps, etc.; but if I lived in the tropics I would get some zinnia (annual) seeds %26amp; pot them up . I think zinnias are one of the best cut flower for a vase %26amp; come in many varieties, colors, shapes %26amp; sizes. The only thing lacking with this flower is it has no scent, so I don't know if you are looking for just color , but these would do well %26amp; are fairly easy to grow, have very sturdy stems %26amp; long lasting blooms.
Cut flower garden- which plants grow best in the tropics?
I live on Maui, and Gingers, red, pink, and blue, do excellent here, and when I cut them the flowers will last a week or two. Try gingers, of course birds, orchids grow great here,just to name a few, but the best one is the ginger plant. I love those big red flowers. Also haleconia's grow excellent, and make beautiful flower arrangements.
Reply:send me some seeds
Reply:I am not knowledgable about tropical soils, temps, etc.; but if I lived in the tropics I would get some zinnia (annual) seeds %26amp; pot them up . I think zinnias are one of the best cut flower for a vase %26amp; come in many varieties, colors, shapes %26amp; sizes. The only thing lacking with this flower is it has no scent, so I don't know if you are looking for just color , but these would do well %26amp; are fairly easy to grow, have very sturdy stems %26amp; long lasting blooms.
What is the cheapest place to buy plants or flowers for my garden, around Surrey and south west London ?
There is a very cheap Garden Centre at Woodcote Cross roads south of Wallington, west of Purley and north of Coulsdon. In the past we've bought many plants very cheaply there that have gone on to flourish well.
What is the cheapest place to buy plants or flowers for my garden, around Surrey and south west London ?
i`m not sure about down there but in gloucestershire alot of garden centres have a bargain corner where they sell off older stock to make way for new.
my whole garden is filled with older plants that should have cost a fortune but only cost 50p to £2 per plant or sometimes £1 for a tray of violas or pansies, i have just brought a cordyline for £2 from my local centre.
also ask friends, neighbours for seeds or cuttings from their gardens. hope this helped
Reply:In 2007 which magazine said that the best quality plants available was also the cheapest place.And they are dead right.......B%26amp;Q
Reply:independent nurseries
Reply:Regret you should shop around, there is so much
competition around the area your live. Obviously super markets have the best offers because of their bulk purchase, but other people are competing
Reply:Try the homebase stores.Their nursery sections are not bad.
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What is the cheapest place to buy plants or flowers for my garden, around Surrey and south west London ?
i`m not sure about down there but in gloucestershire alot of garden centres have a bargain corner where they sell off older stock to make way for new.
my whole garden is filled with older plants that should have cost a fortune but only cost 50p to £2 per plant or sometimes £1 for a tray of violas or pansies, i have just brought a cordyline for £2 from my local centre.
also ask friends, neighbours for seeds or cuttings from their gardens. hope this helped
Reply:In 2007 which magazine said that the best quality plants available was also the cheapest place.And they are dead right.......B%26amp;Q
Reply:independent nurseries
Reply:Regret you should shop around, there is so much
competition around the area your live. Obviously super markets have the best offers because of their bulk purchase, but other people are competing
Reply:Try the homebase stores.Their nursery sections are not bad.
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How do I start a flower garden?
I live in NC and I'd like to start a small flower garden in front of my home. It's in an area that gets sunlight periodically during the day. I believe there used to be flowers there because there's a decorative brick border around the area but it's overrun with weeds and there are no flowers there now. The soil is pretty good I'd say...not too dry or hard. How do I start a flower garden? I'm interested in some periennials and some annuals...can those be grown together?
How do I start a flower garden?
Yes you can mix periennials with annuals, they are all the same, just one needs to be replanted each year, the other comes up on its own.
First pull all the weeds and dig and turn up dirt. Thus loosening it and breaking up any clumps. Depending on how far down the brick goes you might want to get some edgeing that will help stop grass from coming into your flower bed, from under the brick. YOu can now add some peat moss, this helps to hold moisture in the soil, and work it in to your top soil or existing soil. Now figure out what kind of plants and plant. You already have singled out the ones that take full shade so look at plants that do well with lots of sun. Now you might want tall in the back and shorter in the front, or maybe all one similar height. Thinking of these things will make it much easier. YOu also will have a lot of sudden inspirtation when looking at plants in the nursery. Good luck and i Hope this helped!
Reply:Depending on how run over by weeds u my want to use some weed killer first. Then pull out all the leftover stuff including the roots. Turn the soil over if it is a large area rent a tiller to make it easier. Work some compost in. Plant to your hearts content just be sure that when buying plants check for light requirements and how big they will get. I usually put perennials in the back of the border so if I put in annuals I'm not disturbing them. Then u can put some mulch all over the bed to help retain moisture, use bark if putting in annuals it is easier to pull back when planting new next year and will break down to enrich the soil over time.
How do I start a flower garden?
Yes you can mix periennials with annuals, they are all the same, just one needs to be replanted each year, the other comes up on its own.
First pull all the weeds and dig and turn up dirt. Thus loosening it and breaking up any clumps. Depending on how far down the brick goes you might want to get some edgeing that will help stop grass from coming into your flower bed, from under the brick. YOu can now add some peat moss, this helps to hold moisture in the soil, and work it in to your top soil or existing soil. Now figure out what kind of plants and plant. You already have singled out the ones that take full shade so look at plants that do well with lots of sun. Now you might want tall in the back and shorter in the front, or maybe all one similar height. Thinking of these things will make it much easier. YOu also will have a lot of sudden inspirtation when looking at plants in the nursery. Good luck and i Hope this helped!
Reply:Depending on how run over by weeds u my want to use some weed killer first. Then pull out all the leftover stuff including the roots. Turn the soil over if it is a large area rent a tiller to make it easier. Work some compost in. Plant to your hearts content just be sure that when buying plants check for light requirements and how big they will get. I usually put perennials in the back of the border so if I put in annuals I'm not disturbing them. Then u can put some mulch all over the bed to help retain moisture, use bark if putting in annuals it is easier to pull back when planting new next year and will break down to enrich the soil over time.
What flowers can I plant to discourage flies from my garden?
I am about to plant some window boxes and was wondering if there are any flowers or herbs that flies dislike and therefore would discourage from coming near the window boxes and therefore the house. Any suggestions would be great. Thanks.
What flowers can I plant to discourage flies from my garden?
Marigolds usually r best
Reply:Just limit the amount of crap and dead animals in your window boxes.
Flies generally like rotting meat and feaces however they may go near flowers. in the old days, people used herbs like rosemary and sage to rid disease from the streets.. maybe flies arent too keen on that.
Reply:This might be caused by aphids. They are small soft-bodied insects that usually brown, green or red. Often clustered under leaves and flower buds, they suck plant juices from tender buds. Malathion or diazinon spray may help roses to survive these bugs.
Reply:venus fly traps!
What flowers can I plant to discourage flies from my garden?
Marigolds usually r best
Reply:Just limit the amount of crap and dead animals in your window boxes.
Flies generally like rotting meat and feaces however they may go near flowers. in the old days, people used herbs like rosemary and sage to rid disease from the streets.. maybe flies arent too keen on that.
Reply:This might be caused by aphids. They are small soft-bodied insects that usually brown, green or red. Often clustered under leaves and flower buds, they suck plant juices from tender buds. Malathion or diazinon spray may help roses to survive these bugs.
Reply:venus fly traps!
Can I bring flowers into Madison Square Garden?
I know I can't bring in food, but what if I were to bring in some flowers?
Can I bring flowers into Madison Square Garden?
I don't think they have anything against you bringing in flowers but you should call and find out..
Regards..
Can I bring flowers into Madison Square Garden?
I don't think they have anything against you bringing in flowers but you should call and find out..
Regards..
What are some nice cheap flowers/plants i can buy to make a garden?
i am looking for some pretty but cheap flowers/plants to plant in front of my house. i am also going to be planting them with my 7 %26amp;8 year olds, any tips on how to make it fun with the kids. i live in north east pa, if that matters. thank you for all your suggestions.
What are some nice cheap flowers/plants i can buy to make a garden?
Seeds. Seeds are very cheap, go to your garden center and buy the seeds for planting now. Plant them with your children, get your children to write pointers which will be placed in the earth where the seeds are. OR, buy potted plants already sprouting and plant in your garden. Give your children a note book and they can note down how big/long/colourful...it has grown over the days/months. Gardening is such fun, once they get the hang of it they will love it.......good luck
Reply:i like carnations they are cheap they spread to cover a not bad sized patch the are very bright and colorful they also come up every year.you can also buy water cress for the kids boil an egg cut the top off scoop out the egg put some soil or cotton wool in to egg sprinkle the seeds in (cost at the most 1 pound per pack)then draw a face on the egg the kids can then watch the hair grow.have fun
Reply:theres a new product out called Roll %26amp; Grow. its 1000 seeds in a fabric that you lay where you want and water, you can cut it into different fun shapes to make a variety of shapes. check rite aid, cvs and walgreen's. i think its $20.00.
Reply:Impatients or marigolds or petunias are cheap if you buy them in a flat like 15 plants for 5.00. Then you can have you kids dig holes and put the flowers in and cover them up. Then fill a pitcher and water. Then kids will like knowing they are helping and that they are pretty and the chance to watch them grow.
Reply:vanda miss jokim
Reply:The cheapest way is to buy seeds and plant them.
Reply:Putin a few elephant garlic bulbs.they are pretty and have a nice flower, low maintenance hardy and good flavoring for food get some irises and a few Jerusalem's (sun chokes) a few canna lillies and you are done!
Reply:Sunflowers are easy and impressive. Be sure to get the mammoth variety. Poke a thumb-sized hole in the ground with a stick, pop the seed in and cover. I put some out a little over a month ago and they're almost two feet high. They'll grow 8-10 feet. Wildflowers are good, too. If you want something you don't have to seed yourself go down to a local nursery and look around. I'm always planting new stuff in my yard and most of the stuff you'll find will be reasonably priced. I've got a fire bush and a butterfly bush paired together on my fence row. Butterflies and hummingbirds are always welcome. :) Good luck with whatever you decided to plant.
Reply:sure thats a great idea. you can go to homedepot prob with like $50 bucks , by a couple of 24 pacs of those small type of flowers you see in front of buildings with the water fountain and the small purple, green. yellow flowers, 2 24 pacs would prob run you sumthing like $30. then get some garden soil and some cold sodas...cuz its hot out here dont knw about there!
Reply:I find that I have the best success rate with Tubers and bulbs. I'm a "low maintanence" gardener meaning I kill anything that requires more than watering. I've had a lot of success with Canna lilies.... and the best part is they were free!!! A co-worker planted some last year that the multiplied and he had to split them off. So your best bet is to find someone who have a garden and mooch off of them (most are more than willing to give) I also think that these give you more bang for your buck b/c if you DO have to buy them the multiply so fast that the next season you'll have twice as many
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What are some nice cheap flowers/plants i can buy to make a garden?
Seeds. Seeds are very cheap, go to your garden center and buy the seeds for planting now. Plant them with your children, get your children to write pointers which will be placed in the earth where the seeds are. OR, buy potted plants already sprouting and plant in your garden. Give your children a note book and they can note down how big/long/colourful...it has grown over the days/months. Gardening is such fun, once they get the hang of it they will love it.......good luck
Reply:i like carnations they are cheap they spread to cover a not bad sized patch the are very bright and colorful they also come up every year.you can also buy water cress for the kids boil an egg cut the top off scoop out the egg put some soil or cotton wool in to egg sprinkle the seeds in (cost at the most 1 pound per pack)then draw a face on the egg the kids can then watch the hair grow.have fun
Reply:theres a new product out called Roll %26amp; Grow. its 1000 seeds in a fabric that you lay where you want and water, you can cut it into different fun shapes to make a variety of shapes. check rite aid, cvs and walgreen's. i think its $20.00.
Reply:Impatients or marigolds or petunias are cheap if you buy them in a flat like 15 plants for 5.00. Then you can have you kids dig holes and put the flowers in and cover them up. Then fill a pitcher and water. Then kids will like knowing they are helping and that they are pretty and the chance to watch them grow.
Reply:vanda miss jokim
Reply:The cheapest way is to buy seeds and plant them.
Reply:Putin a few elephant garlic bulbs.they are pretty and have a nice flower, low maintenance hardy and good flavoring for food get some irises and a few Jerusalem's (sun chokes) a few canna lillies and you are done!
Reply:Sunflowers are easy and impressive. Be sure to get the mammoth variety. Poke a thumb-sized hole in the ground with a stick, pop the seed in and cover. I put some out a little over a month ago and they're almost two feet high. They'll grow 8-10 feet. Wildflowers are good, too. If you want something you don't have to seed yourself go down to a local nursery and look around. I'm always planting new stuff in my yard and most of the stuff you'll find will be reasonably priced. I've got a fire bush and a butterfly bush paired together on my fence row. Butterflies and hummingbirds are always welcome. :) Good luck with whatever you decided to plant.
Reply:sure thats a great idea. you can go to homedepot prob with like $50 bucks , by a couple of 24 pacs of those small type of flowers you see in front of buildings with the water fountain and the small purple, green. yellow flowers, 2 24 pacs would prob run you sumthing like $30. then get some garden soil and some cold sodas...cuz its hot out here dont knw about there!
Reply:I find that I have the best success rate with Tubers and bulbs. I'm a "low maintanence" gardener meaning I kill anything that requires more than watering. I've had a lot of success with Canna lilies.... and the best part is they were free!!! A co-worker planted some last year that the multiplied and he had to split them off. So your best bet is to find someone who have a garden and mooch off of them (most are more than willing to give) I also think that these give you more bang for your buck b/c if you DO have to buy them the multiply so fast that the next season you'll have twice as many
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How do you get rid of small tiny bugs that fly around the flowers in my garden bed?
Not knowing what kind of bug you have, a safe bet would be to spray your landscape areas with an enviromental friendly mix. All garden centers have different kinds. I use Volcks Oil. It's simply vegetable oil and dish detergent mixed with water. The oil will smother the bugs and kill them and you have not poisoned the enviroment
How do you get rid of small tiny bugs that fly around the flowers in my garden bed?
First you have to find out where they are coming from.
Reply:Bugs are a natural part of the food chain, and don't necessarily indicate a problem in the garden. It would be prudent to check and see if they are actually causing any damage to the plants before taking any action; if they are not doing harm to the plants or you then it would be better to leave them be.
If on the other hand they are causing harm, then you have to bear in mind that anything that will kill/deter them will have the same effect on beneficial insects too.
How do you get rid of small tiny bugs that fly around the flowers in my garden bed?
First you have to find out where they are coming from.
Reply:Bugs are a natural part of the food chain, and don't necessarily indicate a problem in the garden. It would be prudent to check and see if they are actually causing any damage to the plants before taking any action; if they are not doing harm to the plants or you then it would be better to leave them be.
If on the other hand they are causing harm, then you have to bear in mind that anything that will kill/deter them will have the same effect on beneficial insects too.
My mom has a small garden in our backyard. The problem is, a squirrel digs up her flowers every day.?
Each day, it digs up the flowers, my mom fixes them up, and same thing happens the next day. If I knew when the squirrel comes to the garden each day, I would probably wait outside for it with a baseball bat and kill it. That's not an option though.
How can we get rid of the squirrel? Any suggestions or similar problems?
My mom has a small garden in our backyard. The problem is, a squirrel digs up her flowers every day.?
Have her sprinkle bone meal around the base of her plants. Squirrels hate the taste of bone meal and they will stop digging. You can find it in any garden center and it has the extra bonus of promoting root growth in plants as well!
Reply:i have the exact same problem. the dig holes for their nuts in my green llawn that i worked so hard for! i wish there was a way to get rid of them, or at least away from my lawn but i dont think there is one. its their natural habitat. ill look out for an answer soon though
Reply:well would I mostly have is a dog(s) around so the wont get in the backyard or provide special foods for them that hang around the trees so instead of digging up for nuts he will probly change its mind for the special food
Reply:Well if you're religious, maybe you should share with God's animals the blessings of the land that God gives you, too. Might I suggest you appropriate a spot for the squirrel(s) that they will really enjoy to keep them out of your Mother's garden? I mean, sure, do what it takes to keep them out of the garden, but give them something else in return. Otherwise, God might curse your garden!!!
Reply:thre are products at the garden centers for repelling rabbits and squirrels. i have heard people say if you get human hair cuttings from a hair salon and spread it around it will work too. personally i find that a bit gross so i would opt for the garden center. hope someone else has a better answer for you because i really hate it when critters mess up my garden.
Reply:Build a little, chicken wire cage and place it where you don't want the squirrels to come.
You can use scrap wood or even pvc pipes to make a simple, square box to protect the flowers. When they're older, the squirrels will be elsewhere pestering another neighbor instead
How can we get rid of the squirrel? Any suggestions or similar problems?
My mom has a small garden in our backyard. The problem is, a squirrel digs up her flowers every day.?
Have her sprinkle bone meal around the base of her plants. Squirrels hate the taste of bone meal and they will stop digging. You can find it in any garden center and it has the extra bonus of promoting root growth in plants as well!
Reply:i have the exact same problem. the dig holes for their nuts in my green llawn that i worked so hard for! i wish there was a way to get rid of them, or at least away from my lawn but i dont think there is one. its their natural habitat. ill look out for an answer soon though
Reply:well would I mostly have is a dog(s) around so the wont get in the backyard or provide special foods for them that hang around the trees so instead of digging up for nuts he will probly change its mind for the special food
Reply:Well if you're religious, maybe you should share with God's animals the blessings of the land that God gives you, too. Might I suggest you appropriate a spot for the squirrel(s) that they will really enjoy to keep them out of your Mother's garden? I mean, sure, do what it takes to keep them out of the garden, but give them something else in return. Otherwise, God might curse your garden!!!
Reply:thre are products at the garden centers for repelling rabbits and squirrels. i have heard people say if you get human hair cuttings from a hair salon and spread it around it will work too. personally i find that a bit gross so i would opt for the garden center. hope someone else has a better answer for you because i really hate it when critters mess up my garden.
Reply:Build a little, chicken wire cage and place it where you don't want the squirrels to come.
You can use scrap wood or even pvc pipes to make a simple, square box to protect the flowers. When they're older, the squirrels will be elsewhere pestering another neighbor instead
Where can I find beautiful flowers for my garden?
Home depot is a good place to find beautiful flowers.
Where can I find beautiful flowers for my garden?
your local nursery
Reply:Flower dealers, who also love them!
aha
there are many dealer..who grow just to deal in them! grr hate them. cuz then later then die faster cuz the dealers did not take care of them properly.
Reply:home depot
Reply:Do you want to buy live plants, or would you rather buy seeds and grow them from scratch? If plants, go to your local Wally World, Lowe's, Home Depot or other garden supply center, as they will provide you with flower plants that are good for your gardening zone.
If it is seeds for which you are looking, then you can access many, many good seed catalogues online, and purchase them there, or request a catalogue.
Again, if it is seeds you want, post another question and this time input either city/state of your residence, or your gardening zone.
http://www.valueseeds.com/index.html
http://www.johnnyseeds.com/default.aspx
http://seeds.thompson-morgan.com/us/en
And a whole web page devoted to lists of seed catalogues:
http://dir.yahoo.com/Business_and_Econom...
Happy Gardening!
Reply:Go to a Rose breeder!
ROSES are my favs!
Where can I find beautiful flowers for my garden?
your local nursery
Reply:Flower dealers, who also love them!
aha
there are many dealer..who grow just to deal in them! grr hate them. cuz then later then die faster cuz the dealers did not take care of them properly.
Reply:home depot
Reply:Do you want to buy live plants, or would you rather buy seeds and grow them from scratch? If plants, go to your local Wally World, Lowe's, Home Depot or other garden supply center, as they will provide you with flower plants that are good for your gardening zone.
If it is seeds for which you are looking, then you can access many, many good seed catalogues online, and purchase them there, or request a catalogue.
Again, if it is seeds you want, post another question and this time input either city/state of your residence, or your gardening zone.
http://www.valueseeds.com/index.html
http://www.johnnyseeds.com/default.aspx
http://seeds.thompson-morgan.com/us/en
And a whole web page devoted to lists of seed catalogues:
http://dir.yahoo.com/Business_and_Econom...
Happy Gardening!
Reply:Go to a Rose breeder!
ROSES are my favs!
I need some semi shade perennials with nice flowers for my garden im making.?
im kinda flower stupid , so i need some ideas on what to get. i live in virginia zone 7 i believe. And the easier maintenace the better. I would like some color, i have already put in my greener perennials, i just need some nice flowers, bush flowers. you know what i mean..thanks
I need some semi shade perennials with nice flowers for my garden im making.?
I am from Virginia and now live in the south. One of the bushes I miss the most is rhotodendron. It is sort of like an azeala, only prettier. You can grow lots of things there like Dahlias, Marigolds, tulips, hyachinths, azealas, peonies, yellow forsythia, pussy willows, pansies, fire thorn, and so many others. Why not take a trip to Lowes, they quarantee there plants, save your receipt and you have to talk the root ball too, if it doesn't make it you can take it back. Good luck!
Reply:Try some bleeding hearts. They come in pink, white, and I believe red. These bloom from late spring/early summer right into fall. Not only do these have heart shaped flowers(hense the name) but they also attract hummingbirds and are very low maintenance. I have 2 myself(1 pink, 1 white) and all I ever do is occassionally water them if it has been pretty dry.
Athough they are annuals, impatiens are also shade loving flowers that are pretty low maintenance. Some kinds of lillies are also shade lovers but make sure that what you pick for lillies can go in the shade. Lillies are also pretty hardy and low maintenance but can spread. I started with 2 lillies(Asiatic) 7 years ago and now have atleast 80 of them.
You can always check with your local nurseries for help in choosing the right flowers for where you are planting them. Your local extension office, sometimes through a university extension office may have other ideas/help for you as well.
Reply:Hey Brian,
Azelias are awesome. There are plenty of colors too. They are easy to grow, just give them Azelia fertilizer according to package instructions. The virginia blue bells look nice too. Here are some sites where you can look at more also.
Reply:My favorites are Astilbe, Peony,Phlox some Daylily varities are quite pretty. These are the easiet to care for. Keep in mind though they won't bloom as well if you have a lot of shade.
Full shade Bleeding hearts, Primrose.
buckles
I need some semi shade perennials with nice flowers for my garden im making.?
I am from Virginia and now live in the south. One of the bushes I miss the most is rhotodendron. It is sort of like an azeala, only prettier. You can grow lots of things there like Dahlias, Marigolds, tulips, hyachinths, azealas, peonies, yellow forsythia, pussy willows, pansies, fire thorn, and so many others. Why not take a trip to Lowes, they quarantee there plants, save your receipt and you have to talk the root ball too, if it doesn't make it you can take it back. Good luck!
Reply:Try some bleeding hearts. They come in pink, white, and I believe red. These bloom from late spring/early summer right into fall. Not only do these have heart shaped flowers(hense the name) but they also attract hummingbirds and are very low maintenance. I have 2 myself(1 pink, 1 white) and all I ever do is occassionally water them if it has been pretty dry.
Athough they are annuals, impatiens are also shade loving flowers that are pretty low maintenance. Some kinds of lillies are also shade lovers but make sure that what you pick for lillies can go in the shade. Lillies are also pretty hardy and low maintenance but can spread. I started with 2 lillies(Asiatic) 7 years ago and now have atleast 80 of them.
You can always check with your local nurseries for help in choosing the right flowers for where you are planting them. Your local extension office, sometimes through a university extension office may have other ideas/help for you as well.
Reply:Hey Brian,
Azelias are awesome. There are plenty of colors too. They are easy to grow, just give them Azelia fertilizer according to package instructions. The virginia blue bells look nice too. Here are some sites where you can look at more also.
Reply:My favorites are Astilbe, Peony,Phlox some Daylily varities are quite pretty. These are the easiet to care for. Keep in mind though they won't bloom as well if you have a lot of shade.
Full shade Bleeding hearts, Primrose.
buckles
Flowers/plants that smell nice in the garden?
I am looking for flowers/plants that are easy to grow/maintain that have a nice strong smell. My neighbour's yard smells constantly of dog urine %26amp; dog poo, and I want to plant flowers/plants that will help block out the smell. (I am aware that nothing except getting them to clean the dog dirt up will get rid of the smell but I just need something to help)
Flowers/plants that smell nice in the garden?
mint would be great for this. plus, you can run a mower over it without hurting it and really get a long lasting mint smell. a string trimmer works well also. it is very invasive though. dont put it anywhere near anything you dont want taken over by the mint. you could keep it in pots also.
Reply:jasmine is a very strong sweet smell that lasts along time. very easy to take care of and spreads very well. plant it by the fence and train it to creep the length of the fence.
Reply:Honeysuckle, Nicotiana, Hyacinth, Lilly of the valley. All strong, nice smells.
Reply:lavender
you could also burn some citronella candles while out there.
Flowers/plants that smell nice in the garden?
mint would be great for this. plus, you can run a mower over it without hurting it and really get a long lasting mint smell. a string trimmer works well also. it is very invasive though. dont put it anywhere near anything you dont want taken over by the mint. you could keep it in pots also.
Reply:jasmine is a very strong sweet smell that lasts along time. very easy to take care of and spreads very well. plant it by the fence and train it to creep the length of the fence.
Reply:Honeysuckle, Nicotiana, Hyacinth, Lilly of the valley. All strong, nice smells.
Reply:lavender
you could also burn some citronella candles while out there.
What flowers should I plant along my garden path?
Hey I live in England and we're having unusually warm weather at the moment. I was wondering what would be the best plants to plant along my front garden path. The garden is quite small so I don't want any bushes like roses because they can seem quite overwhelming. We had Lavender there before which was nice but attracted a lot of bees. Any suggestions?
What flowers should I plant along my garden path?
we have Limnanthes douglassi (Poached egg/Scrambled egg flower) growing along the edges of our paths (in Scotland). Nice green ferny foliage, low growing/spreading and fragrant white flowers with a yellow centre all summer. we're also trying Linaria purpurea (Purple toadflax) this year too: elegant spires of spiky green leaves topped with small, unusually-shaped purple flowers.
Limnanthes is an annual, Linaria is perennial; seeds available from garden centres or mail order. Limnanthes plants often offered as summer bedding in garden centres too.
Reply:what about geraniums?
Reply:look here http://www.flowersworld.org/
Reply:hibiscus plants..you can get them at costco they originate from hawaii
Reply:I am from the U.S. so I'm not sure if you have these, but Hostas are good for paths. They are a foliage, but sprout pretty purple flowers.
Check out the website below.
Happy growing!
What flowers should I plant along my garden path?
we have Limnanthes douglassi (Poached egg/Scrambled egg flower) growing along the edges of our paths (in Scotland). Nice green ferny foliage, low growing/spreading and fragrant white flowers with a yellow centre all summer. we're also trying Linaria purpurea (Purple toadflax) this year too: elegant spires of spiky green leaves topped with small, unusually-shaped purple flowers.
Limnanthes is an annual, Linaria is perennial; seeds available from garden centres or mail order. Limnanthes plants often offered as summer bedding in garden centres too.
Reply:what about geraniums?
Reply:look here http://www.flowersworld.org/
Reply:hibiscus plants..you can get them at costco they originate from hawaii
Reply:I am from the U.S. so I'm not sure if you have these, but Hostas are good for paths. They are a foliage, but sprout pretty purple flowers.
Check out the website below.
Happy growing!
What sort of flowers should I plant for a butterfly garden?
I am wanting to turn a small area of my yard into a butterfly/hummingbird garden. What sort of plants would be best to plant there (prefer annual plants)? I live in IN if that helps and any websites you could direct me to would be great!
Thanks!
What sort of flowers should I plant for a butterfly garden?
i have alink here for you to look at!hope it helps!just about all flowers will do!but this link will give you a more in debth look at it!http://www.uky.edu/Ag/Entomology/entfact...
Reply:Here's a website that shows plants and which butterflies they attract specifically for your state, Indiana. I am doing this in my garden also but in California.. I know Milkweed is a good plant for the Monarch butterfly which is common here. Good luck
http://www.thebutterflysite.com/indiana-...
Reply:quins lace is grate for attracting monarchs. tigerlily`s and forget`me`nots attract thees rely cool black blue and yellow butterfly`s
Reply:Definitely add a Butterfly Bush or (Buddleia). I have Purple Cone Flower and Black Eyed Susan's but the Butterfly Bushes attract all of the butterflies. I have six of the Butterfly Bushes in six different colors. Pink, White, Black (dark purple), Red ( dark pink), Lavender, and Yellow. The Red and the White attract the most butterflies in my view. They also attract a number of hummingbirds. These bushes are very durable and disease resistant. In colder climates they often die back to the ground but they will grow back true to form by mid-summer. They like full sun and can grow 8+ feet. I keep mine pruned to 5-6 feet and every few days I deadhead the spent blooms. The only word of caution is to only transplant when they are dormant. They don't like to be moved and suffer from major transplant shock. Other than that they are TOUGH. Each color has it's own scent and they all smell great. On a warm summer night the smell fills the air. I have seen these for sell at Lowe's and Home Depot for less than $5.00 each. The most butterflies I have ever counted at one time was 13. And who says 13 is unlucky. Best of luck!!! :)
Reply:Your climate is very similar to mine (southern Michigan). Our butterfly garden has lots of hydrangea, batchelor buttons, black-eyed Susans, coneflowers, dianthis, lots of herbs they especially love my basil, bee balm, bergamot, Russian sage, lemon verbena and catnip (go figure! the cats love it too)
There's also a plant called a butterfly plant that most of the greenhouses and places like Home Depot/Lowes carry. It's a sweet scented plant that isn't going to be the focal point of your garden...until it's covered with Monarchs in the middle of June all the way til September. They seem to love it almost as much as the lemon verbena and Russian sage.
Good luck...hope you have a beautiful garden. And if you're looking for good resources contact the Nature Museum in Chicago or the Chicago Botanical Gardens. Both have wonderful butterfly resources and are in the same climate as you.
Reply:butterfly plants and zinnias! they also re-seed every year...
Reply:borrelia davidii , common trumpet vine , marigold , chives , clover , dame's rocket , dandelion , grape hyacinth , lilac , moss phlox , peony , privet , spicebush , virginia bluebell .
Reply:plant a couple of emos in there
Thanks!
What sort of flowers should I plant for a butterfly garden?
i have alink here for you to look at!hope it helps!just about all flowers will do!but this link will give you a more in debth look at it!http://www.uky.edu/Ag/Entomology/entfact...
Reply:Here's a website that shows plants and which butterflies they attract specifically for your state, Indiana. I am doing this in my garden also but in California.. I know Milkweed is a good plant for the Monarch butterfly which is common here. Good luck
http://www.thebutterflysite.com/indiana-...
Reply:quins lace is grate for attracting monarchs. tigerlily`s and forget`me`nots attract thees rely cool black blue and yellow butterfly`s
Reply:Definitely add a Butterfly Bush or (Buddleia). I have Purple Cone Flower and Black Eyed Susan's but the Butterfly Bushes attract all of the butterflies. I have six of the Butterfly Bushes in six different colors. Pink, White, Black (dark purple), Red ( dark pink), Lavender, and Yellow. The Red and the White attract the most butterflies in my view. They also attract a number of hummingbirds. These bushes are very durable and disease resistant. In colder climates they often die back to the ground but they will grow back true to form by mid-summer. They like full sun and can grow 8+ feet. I keep mine pruned to 5-6 feet and every few days I deadhead the spent blooms. The only word of caution is to only transplant when they are dormant. They don't like to be moved and suffer from major transplant shock. Other than that they are TOUGH. Each color has it's own scent and they all smell great. On a warm summer night the smell fills the air. I have seen these for sell at Lowe's and Home Depot for less than $5.00 each. The most butterflies I have ever counted at one time was 13. And who says 13 is unlucky. Best of luck!!! :)
Reply:Your climate is very similar to mine (southern Michigan). Our butterfly garden has lots of hydrangea, batchelor buttons, black-eyed Susans, coneflowers, dianthis, lots of herbs they especially love my basil, bee balm, bergamot, Russian sage, lemon verbena and catnip (go figure! the cats love it too)
There's also a plant called a butterfly plant that most of the greenhouses and places like Home Depot/Lowes carry. It's a sweet scented plant that isn't going to be the focal point of your garden...until it's covered with Monarchs in the middle of June all the way til September. They seem to love it almost as much as the lemon verbena and Russian sage.
Good luck...hope you have a beautiful garden. And if you're looking for good resources contact the Nature Museum in Chicago or the Chicago Botanical Gardens. Both have wonderful butterfly resources and are in the same climate as you.
Reply:butterfly plants and zinnias! they also re-seed every year...
Reply:borrelia davidii , common trumpet vine , marigold , chives , clover , dame's rocket , dandelion , grape hyacinth , lilac , moss phlox , peony , privet , spicebush , virginia bluebell .
Reply:plant a couple of emos in there
Flowers to plant in my garden?
i already bought some lily bulbs, and i will plant them next week.
what else should i plant?
i like irises, daphodils, freesias, and callas
what type of flowers will grow best in texas conditions (centeral texas) they will be planted in a mostly sunny spot
Flowers to plant in my garden?
Irises are beautiful, and if you want fragrant flowers try getting the older type and not the new hybrids.
I wish I knew what zone you live in. Maybe you could go back in and put your flower zone. Texas looks like it has several.
I live in Indiana and I love butterfly gardens. I plant cone-flower, butterfly weed (asclepias tuberosa) and butterfly bushes. Garden phlox is also beautiful and has a great fragrance.
I lived in a mobile home and planted butterfly weed and had a butterfly bush. I was kind of upset when these big old caterpillars got on my butterfly weed, they didn't seem to hurt it and one day they were gone. Then I saw where they had crawled up on the side of the trailer and made a cryllis (sp). It was somewhat of a miracle to see beautiful Monarch butterflies immerge from them.
Reply:If you're new to all types of gardening then I'd recommend easy gardening, I bought it a few weeks ago and I was amazed at the amount of info provided. It also came with a free audio program which I thought was fab! Really friendly guide.
Reply:One of my favourite flowers is the Peony, even after they bloom the bush still looks nice:
http://images.search.yahoo.com/search/im...
I plant Clematis next to them so that I will have a second burst of bloom as the Clematis climbs the bush
http://www.clematis.com/html-docs/homepa...
I get all kinds of compliments on these flowers and the peony has so many blooms that you can give lots of them away to friends
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Reply:maybe some geraniums but they dont survive in cold weather so if it gets cold bring them in.
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what else should i plant?
i like irises, daphodils, freesias, and callas
what type of flowers will grow best in texas conditions (centeral texas) they will be planted in a mostly sunny spot
Flowers to plant in my garden?
Irises are beautiful, and if you want fragrant flowers try getting the older type and not the new hybrids.
I wish I knew what zone you live in. Maybe you could go back in and put your flower zone. Texas looks like it has several.
I live in Indiana and I love butterfly gardens. I plant cone-flower, butterfly weed (asclepias tuberosa) and butterfly bushes. Garden phlox is also beautiful and has a great fragrance.
I lived in a mobile home and planted butterfly weed and had a butterfly bush. I was kind of upset when these big old caterpillars got on my butterfly weed, they didn't seem to hurt it and one day they were gone. Then I saw where they had crawled up on the side of the trailer and made a cryllis (sp). It was somewhat of a miracle to see beautiful Monarch butterflies immerge from them.
Reply:If you're new to all types of gardening then I'd recommend easy gardening, I bought it a few weeks ago and I was amazed at the amount of info provided. It also came with a free audio program which I thought was fab! Really friendly guide.
Reply:One of my favourite flowers is the Peony, even after they bloom the bush still looks nice:
http://images.search.yahoo.com/search/im...
I plant Clematis next to them so that I will have a second burst of bloom as the Clematis climbs the bush
http://www.clematis.com/html-docs/homepa...
I get all kinds of compliments on these flowers and the peony has so many blooms that you can give lots of them away to friends
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Reply:maybe some geraniums but they dont survive in cold weather so if it gets cold bring them in.
roller blades
New Flowers for my garden?
Heres some pics of my garden.
http://animalover.gotpetsonline.com/gall...
I have planted loads of things to attract wildlife (sunflowers,bird boxes and nests,bat boxes,bee boxes,wildlife attracting flowers etc)
But i need some more flowers please could you help me make the decision?
Thanks.
New Flowers for my garden?
i found wonderful wildflower seeds at ...
www.wildseedfarms.com
i planted this weekend a pound of red poppies.....i did this at the last house we lived at and it was gorgeous.....i plant them roadside for about 100 yards or so..........beautiful selection and nice prices too
Reply:Your garden looks great, I think a few lilac bushes, would look good, you need something big, a couple of rose bushes, would be nice, also. You can get them, in different colors..
Reply:try trumpet vines, roses, morning glory, honeysuckle. They all worked for me.
Reply:I love the look of your garden.
In mine i have loads of poppies.
They attract lots of bees and insects.
They look beautiful too.
Reply:You really do not need anymore cover put out some black oil sunflower seeds and I live in Michigan do you travel your garden looks great I'm embarrassed of mine now Ive been working on it for 2 years since we moved in here I'm getting to the lawn this year try and clear up some of the patches
Reply:Great garden! I love the wildflowers and trees. Some roses might look nice.
http://animalover.gotpetsonline.com/gall...
I have planted loads of things to attract wildlife (sunflowers,bird boxes and nests,bat boxes,bee boxes,wildlife attracting flowers etc)
But i need some more flowers please could you help me make the decision?
Thanks.
New Flowers for my garden?
i found wonderful wildflower seeds at ...
www.wildseedfarms.com
i planted this weekend a pound of red poppies.....i did this at the last house we lived at and it was gorgeous.....i plant them roadside for about 100 yards or so..........beautiful selection and nice prices too
Reply:Your garden looks great, I think a few lilac bushes, would look good, you need something big, a couple of rose bushes, would be nice, also. You can get them, in different colors..
Reply:try trumpet vines, roses, morning glory, honeysuckle. They all worked for me.
Reply:I love the look of your garden.
In mine i have loads of poppies.
They attract lots of bees and insects.
They look beautiful too.
Reply:You really do not need anymore cover put out some black oil sunflower seeds and I live in Michigan do you travel your garden looks great I'm embarrassed of mine now Ive been working on it for 2 years since we moved in here I'm getting to the lawn this year try and clear up some of the patches
Reply:Great garden! I love the wildflowers and trees. Some roses might look nice.
How do I kill or get rid of ants but not kill the flowers in the garden?
A great way to get rid of ants and other Pheromone driven insects is with urinal tablets. Urinal tablets release a mild and pleasant scent to humans however Bee's and ants do not share the same feeling. Another great source of nutrients and insect repellent for the plant is used coffee grounds. Its acidic base is a deterrent for insects while provided food for the plant.
How do I kill or get rid of ants but not kill the flowers in the garden?
apply Sevin insecticide wherever the ants are.. insecticide kills insects, not plants.
Reply:Triazicide. You can buy it at any home depot or your local garden center.
Reply:just spray the water at the plant everyday that will work
Reply:Use a powder...Sprinkel it around the base of the plants. Will keep working even after it rains... Also sprinkel on any major ant hills you find. WORKS!!!
Reply:mix equal parts lemon juice and vinegar and pour down the opening of the hill it works and wont hurt the flowers . I found this on a gardening website .
Reply:Try mixing white sugar and Borax. I have used this in my kitchen.
Reply:Diazinon and Dursban were the best, but are now banned in the US.
Ants can be effectively controlled by using a variety of professional products. When ants are in the home and you're not sure where they are coming from, or they seem to be in several different places, then one of the many ant bait products below should quickly solve your problem. Aerosols and dusts kill ants on contact in wall voids and along baseboards. Liquid insecticides and granular insecticides are great for killing ants in lawns and landscaped areas and for placing a barrier around the outside of the home to kill ants before they enter the house.
Outdoor Granules - For use outside against and around the foundation; in garden beds and lawns. Helps stop ants and other pests before they get to the house.
Some examples:
Demand G Granules
An excellent granular insecticide for lawns from the makers of Demand CS.
Talstar EZ Granular Insecticide
Talstar® EZ Granular Insecticide is easy to spread and tough on pests. The EZ and PL are the same product. Talstar EZ granules are larger.
Broken Teeth
How do I kill or get rid of ants but not kill the flowers in the garden?
apply Sevin insecticide wherever the ants are.. insecticide kills insects, not plants.
Reply:Triazicide. You can buy it at any home depot or your local garden center.
Reply:just spray the water at the plant everyday that will work
Reply:Use a powder...Sprinkel it around the base of the plants. Will keep working even after it rains... Also sprinkel on any major ant hills you find. WORKS!!!
Reply:mix equal parts lemon juice and vinegar and pour down the opening of the hill it works and wont hurt the flowers . I found this on a gardening website .
Reply:Try mixing white sugar and Borax. I have used this in my kitchen.
Reply:Diazinon and Dursban were the best, but are now banned in the US.
Ants can be effectively controlled by using a variety of professional products. When ants are in the home and you're not sure where they are coming from, or they seem to be in several different places, then one of the many ant bait products below should quickly solve your problem. Aerosols and dusts kill ants on contact in wall voids and along baseboards. Liquid insecticides and granular insecticides are great for killing ants in lawns and landscaped areas and for placing a barrier around the outside of the home to kill ants before they enter the house.
Outdoor Granules - For use outside against and around the foundation; in garden beds and lawns. Helps stop ants and other pests before they get to the house.
Some examples:
Demand G Granules
An excellent granular insecticide for lawns from the makers of Demand CS.
Talstar EZ Granular Insecticide
Talstar® EZ Granular Insecticide is easy to spread and tough on pests. The EZ and PL are the same product. Talstar EZ granules are larger.
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What flowers should I plant along my garden path?
Hey I live in England and we're having unusually warm weather at the moment. I was wondering what would be the best plants to plant along my front garden path. The garden is quite small so I don't want any bushes like roses because they can seem quite overwhelming. We had Lavender there before which was nice but attracted a lot of bees. Any suggestions?
What flowers should I plant along my garden path?
English lavendar
What flowers should I plant along my garden path?
English lavendar
I am going to the garden centre what flowers will I bring you back?
Daisy's Please! You should see my Beautiful Iris's and Peonies.Would you like a few?
I am going to the garden centre what flowers will I bring you back?
Ooooh! I love flowers, how exciting!!!
Ummm, let me see now!
A tray of Busy Lizzie's,
2 Standard roses, any colour!
A tray of Pansy's
Some Geraniums
Carnations
I would appreciate any, so thanks in advance hun!
Reply:Something sturdy that can withstand the odd football being fired at it! You choose!
Reply:Dahlias and lavender.
Reply:Livingstone Daisies - been looking for them everywhere !
Reply:If you bring me some self raising flower, I will bake you a banana cake...
Reply:A tray of Busy Lizzies please.
Reply:sunflowers and yellow daisies. they always chear me up.
Reply:Roses are red my love voilets are Blue suger is sweet
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Reply:I am a big fan of daffs. I love them
Reply:i love yellow roses,they would be nice,thankyou.
Reply:surprise me..I ove them all
Reply:Can I have a sunflower please, thanks! x
Reply:a big bunch of sweet williams please
I am going to the garden centre what flowers will I bring you back?
Ooooh! I love flowers, how exciting!!!
Ummm, let me see now!
A tray of Busy Lizzie's,
2 Standard roses, any colour!
A tray of Pansy's
Some Geraniums
Carnations
I would appreciate any, so thanks in advance hun!
Reply:Something sturdy that can withstand the odd football being fired at it! You choose!
Reply:Dahlias and lavender.
Reply:Livingstone Daisies - been looking for them everywhere !
Reply:If you bring me some self raising flower, I will bake you a banana cake...
Reply:A tray of Busy Lizzies please.
Reply:sunflowers and yellow daisies. they always chear me up.
Reply:Roses are red my love voilets are Blue suger is sweet
by (JIM REVEES }
Reply:I am a big fan of daffs. I love them
Reply:i love yellow roses,they would be nice,thankyou.
Reply:surprise me..I ove them all
Reply:Can I have a sunflower please, thanks! x
Reply:a big bunch of sweet williams please
What kind of flowers can I plant in my garden?
I need the flowers to be colorful. I want an assortment and they can't grow more than 6 inches tall. They will be in full sun. Don't matter if annuals or perennials. It could be a mix of both. They will be growing along the fence in front of the house where everyone can see. I usually plant marigolds. Love those. Any ideas would be welcomed. Thanks.
What kind of flowers can I plant in my garden?
no more than 6"??? that's tough! portulaca, allyssum, lobelia..
Reply:No more than 6 inches, hmmm? Dwarf Dahlias are always my favorite, they come in almost every color and will stay within your height requirements. They are very easy to grow too.
Reply:There are many kinds of sun flowers that come in various colors that are great in the sun , Marigolds are nice too and maybe some pansy's :O}
What kind of flowers can I plant in my garden?
no more than 6"??? that's tough! portulaca, allyssum, lobelia..
Reply:No more than 6 inches, hmmm? Dwarf Dahlias are always my favorite, they come in almost every color and will stay within your height requirements. They are very easy to grow too.
Reply:There are many kinds of sun flowers that come in various colors that are great in the sun , Marigolds are nice too and maybe some pansy's :O}
Gardening / planting question? Whiskey barrel garden flowers?
Is there anything you need to do to a half whiskey barrel before planting flowers in it?
What I mean is...the smell of whiskey coming from a whiskey barrel is so strong, it seems like it would be toxic to the plants!
Does it affect them in any way?
Other than maybe making drunk plants?lol
Gardening / planting question? Whiskey barrel garden flowers?
fill with water add wood ashes (lie)soak for 2 days rinse and let it dry --add good mix potting soil--plant and enjoy ps it will need to be watered more often then planted in the ground --at least 1 inch twice weekly or if real hot weather more
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What I mean is...the smell of whiskey coming from a whiskey barrel is so strong, it seems like it would be toxic to the plants!
Does it affect them in any way?
Other than maybe making drunk plants?lol
Gardening / planting question? Whiskey barrel garden flowers?
fill with water add wood ashes (lie)soak for 2 days rinse and let it dry --add good mix potting soil--plant and enjoy ps it will need to be watered more often then planted in the ground --at least 1 inch twice weekly or if real hot weather more
safety shoes
I think my flowers are dying in my little garden?
I really don't know what I'm doing and I just tried to start my first garden. The pansies look like their dying. Yesterday flowers...today shriveled leaves. I'm not sure if I gave them enough water, but I don't want to overdo it. Please help!!!
I think my flowers are dying in my little garden?
first of all pansies like shade and coolness.I have seen them bloom in winter. the cooler the better. water your garden early morn or after the sun goes down never in the heat and water is very essential for flowers. have you ever heard the saying april showers bring may flowers? also when planting look at the tags to see if they like sun or shade and plant accordingly same with seed packs
Reply:water and a good soil
Reply:Plants that are in pots need more water, those in the ground get moisture from the soil. if they are in a pot, try moving them out of the scorching sun. Poke your finger in the ground near them, is it bone dry............? Has the soil come away from the sides of the pot so there is a gap? If so, not enough water. When the flowers fold up, then just nip those off, then you`ll get more flowers. If your pansies are really dry , try just giving them loads of water for a day or so and see if they recover.
Reply:Have you many cats around ?? that could be the problem.
Reply:pansy,s are quite a strong little plant - they survive well in summer %26amp; winter - they often look a bit shabby after they have flowered their best - dont foget to dead head them to keep new flowers coming - give them a little tomartoe feed once a week during summer to keep them looking fresh - water is important - if you keep them in pots they must be watered every day %26amp; if in the garden they will look limp if they need water - they do rally again be patient - gardening is all about waiting %26amp; you will love the rewards - good luck.
Reply:dont really know much a bout about panzies ???
but all i know with gardening is dont over water dont give too many nutrients (ie plant food) make sure they get plenty of sunlight
Reply:are you sure they are not winter/spring pansies? these will die this time of year anyway.
if they are summer ones then water them when there is no sun every day. feed them once a fortnight and every time a flower dies pinch it off so that it encourages more flowers.
this works because a plant needs seeds to reproduce and each time a flower dies it fills a pod with seeds, if you pull the dead flower off it can't seed therefore the plant has to produce more flowers to get more seed.
good luck with your garden.
I think my flowers are dying in my little garden?
first of all pansies like shade and coolness.I have seen them bloom in winter. the cooler the better. water your garden early morn or after the sun goes down never in the heat and water is very essential for flowers. have you ever heard the saying april showers bring may flowers? also when planting look at the tags to see if they like sun or shade and plant accordingly same with seed packs
Reply:water and a good soil
Reply:Plants that are in pots need more water, those in the ground get moisture from the soil. if they are in a pot, try moving them out of the scorching sun. Poke your finger in the ground near them, is it bone dry............? Has the soil come away from the sides of the pot so there is a gap? If so, not enough water. When the flowers fold up, then just nip those off, then you`ll get more flowers. If your pansies are really dry , try just giving them loads of water for a day or so and see if they recover.
Reply:Have you many cats around ?? that could be the problem.
Reply:pansy,s are quite a strong little plant - they survive well in summer %26amp; winter - they often look a bit shabby after they have flowered their best - dont foget to dead head them to keep new flowers coming - give them a little tomartoe feed once a week during summer to keep them looking fresh - water is important - if you keep them in pots they must be watered every day %26amp; if in the garden they will look limp if they need water - they do rally again be patient - gardening is all about waiting %26amp; you will love the rewards - good luck.
Reply:dont really know much a bout about panzies ???
but all i know with gardening is dont over water dont give too many nutrients (ie plant food) make sure they get plenty of sunlight
Reply:are you sure they are not winter/spring pansies? these will die this time of year anyway.
if they are summer ones then water them when there is no sun every day. feed them once a fortnight and every time a flower dies pinch it off so that it encourages more flowers.
this works because a plant needs seeds to reproduce and each time a flower dies it fills a pod with seeds, if you pull the dead flower off it can't seed therefore the plant has to produce more flowers to get more seed.
good luck with your garden.
I've a dark shady garden, but want flowers?
My garden is realtively shading, with two large trees. However, I'd like to beable to have a very pretty cottage garden feel, with lots of flowers. Any ideas other than cut the trees? (Which are also pretty!)
I've a dark shady garden, but want flowers?
Impatients do great in the shade. They can also tolerate sun. They bloom in early summer all the way up to the first frost and they are annuals but sometimes self seed. Begonias are another that blooms in the same manner. Astilbes bloom in partial shade and can get rather tall they range from 8-48 inches in height. They are perennial so you would not have to plant them each year and they have unique foliage as well. Of course you can plant Hostas as well ...not alot of flowers but beautiful folage with mostly purple flower spikes in the summer....Again these are perennials.
Lobelias are low growing but offer very pretty flowers and are annuals and they like flitered shade so you could use these as a border on the outside of your bed. Delphiniums are sometimes annuals and sometimes perennials they are the tall ones that all cottage gardens most have. They can tolerate partial shade so they might or might not be a good choice. They grow from 2-7 feet tall. Periwinkles are shade lovers but they have a tendency to take over. They are normally used as ground cover and will choke out other plants but if you only want one plant type then these would do. Perennial Lobelias do well in partial shade. They would grow to about 2-5 feet tall. Forget me Nots are shade lovers too but they only bloom in mid to late spring. They are perennials so you could plant them to enjoy next spring and let them just establish their root systems this fall and winter. They only grow to 8-18 inches so would be nice as a medium plant.
There are so many to choose from and I know you will love a shade garden....leave your trees. You can enjoy the best of both worlds.
Hope this helps.
~smiles~
Reply:You can also ask @ Lowes or Home Depot- in the garden dept. There are allot of shady loving plants out there and you can have the garden of your dreams! Also- check out the local library on 'shade loving plants'!
Reply:try bleeding hearts (there are different kinds with different flowers and leaves) or hostas which have flower and leaf variety.
Reply:DO NOT ask Lowe's! Nice people but hit or miss in the info dept. Check with your local Nursery they are trained in this area. Finally my lawn and garden are great. You would think they would be much more expensive. Really, that's not the case. Aside from that, the info you acquire is priceless.
Luck!
Reply:All walmarts,lowes(which i detest), home depots etc have a cardboard round shaker container that contains many wildflower seeds in it that grow SPECIFICALLY in shade....You will see them about a pint of them and very nice..i have used them many times... if your garden or shaded area has no grass..simply turn the soil a couple inches...then shake the seed container(has openings like a huge salt shaker) over the dirt..and simply rake over..they only need to be about a 1/4 inch deep is all and alot grow from the surface..keep well watered..here aree some links for different ones as an example..but you go to walmart ya can find them for ur area
http://www.americanmeadows.com/Wildflowe...
http://summitseed.com/shad.asp
http://greenwoodnursery.com/page.cfm/137...
http://www.wildflowermix.com/info/custom...
Reply:Try a Yahoo search for woodland shade plants. That should direct you to some nurseries. You will be surprised at the variety you can choose from. Some like dry shade others moist shade. Lots with flowers others are quite unusual but add a nice look. Also I saw that earlier Bleeding Heart and Impatiens were mentioned. Those are always pretty.
Good Luck!
Reply:Well, all kinds of lilies of course but in between and close to the trees HOSTA's all kinds, they bloom.
Reply:check out a reputable green house, there are many blooming plants that grow in shady areas. Ask at the green house, if you get that 17 year old that doesn't know anything, keep asking
Reply:Pulminaria, Astilbe, Epimedium, Dicentra, Asarum, Convalaria, Kalmia latifolia, Hydrangea, Arisaema, Aquilegia, Acanthus ,Caladium, Helleborus, Tradescantia, Trillium, Fuchia, Chamomile, Impatients, Primula, Vinca, Ferns
Reply:I agree with the previous posts that it's best to check with a retailer or someone in the know in your area, though I think it a safer bet to check with a garden center. You could also check with your local cooperative extension office too.
Typically in shade environments I would recommend impatiens or begonias if you want showy flowers. They're annuals and will die off at first frost, but they provide the best show for shade gardens. You would also need to care for them (keep them well watered and fertilized.)
In terms of perennials hostas tend to get the vote because of there ability to survive in most shade environments and they can take a good deal of abuse. They are not typically known for their flowers (though I've seen some nice flowering varieties in recent years.) The foliage is what sells them.
Others perennials to consider may be pachysandra (stays green in the winter), pulmonaira, and heucheras.
Hope this helps and good luck with your garden!
I've a dark shady garden, but want flowers?
Impatients do great in the shade. They can also tolerate sun. They bloom in early summer all the way up to the first frost and they are annuals but sometimes self seed. Begonias are another that blooms in the same manner. Astilbes bloom in partial shade and can get rather tall they range from 8-48 inches in height. They are perennial so you would not have to plant them each year and they have unique foliage as well. Of course you can plant Hostas as well ...not alot of flowers but beautiful folage with mostly purple flower spikes in the summer....Again these are perennials.
Lobelias are low growing but offer very pretty flowers and are annuals and they like flitered shade so you could use these as a border on the outside of your bed. Delphiniums are sometimes annuals and sometimes perennials they are the tall ones that all cottage gardens most have. They can tolerate partial shade so they might or might not be a good choice. They grow from 2-7 feet tall. Periwinkles are shade lovers but they have a tendency to take over. They are normally used as ground cover and will choke out other plants but if you only want one plant type then these would do. Perennial Lobelias do well in partial shade. They would grow to about 2-5 feet tall. Forget me Nots are shade lovers too but they only bloom in mid to late spring. They are perennials so you could plant them to enjoy next spring and let them just establish their root systems this fall and winter. They only grow to 8-18 inches so would be nice as a medium plant.
There are so many to choose from and I know you will love a shade garden....leave your trees. You can enjoy the best of both worlds.
Hope this helps.
~smiles~
Reply:You can also ask @ Lowes or Home Depot- in the garden dept. There are allot of shady loving plants out there and you can have the garden of your dreams! Also- check out the local library on 'shade loving plants'!
Reply:try bleeding hearts (there are different kinds with different flowers and leaves) or hostas which have flower and leaf variety.
Reply:DO NOT ask Lowe's! Nice people but hit or miss in the info dept. Check with your local Nursery they are trained in this area. Finally my lawn and garden are great. You would think they would be much more expensive. Really, that's not the case. Aside from that, the info you acquire is priceless.
Luck!
Reply:All walmarts,lowes(which i detest), home depots etc have a cardboard round shaker container that contains many wildflower seeds in it that grow SPECIFICALLY in shade....You will see them about a pint of them and very nice..i have used them many times... if your garden or shaded area has no grass..simply turn the soil a couple inches...then shake the seed container(has openings like a huge salt shaker) over the dirt..and simply rake over..they only need to be about a 1/4 inch deep is all and alot grow from the surface..keep well watered..here aree some links for different ones as an example..but you go to walmart ya can find them for ur area
http://www.americanmeadows.com/Wildflowe...
http://summitseed.com/shad.asp
http://greenwoodnursery.com/page.cfm/137...
http://www.wildflowermix.com/info/custom...
Reply:Try a Yahoo search for woodland shade plants. That should direct you to some nurseries. You will be surprised at the variety you can choose from. Some like dry shade others moist shade. Lots with flowers others are quite unusual but add a nice look. Also I saw that earlier Bleeding Heart and Impatiens were mentioned. Those are always pretty.
Good Luck!
Reply:Well, all kinds of lilies of course but in between and close to the trees HOSTA's all kinds, they bloom.
Reply:check out a reputable green house, there are many blooming plants that grow in shady areas. Ask at the green house, if you get that 17 year old that doesn't know anything, keep asking
Reply:Pulminaria, Astilbe, Epimedium, Dicentra, Asarum, Convalaria, Kalmia latifolia, Hydrangea, Arisaema, Aquilegia, Acanthus ,Caladium, Helleborus, Tradescantia, Trillium, Fuchia, Chamomile, Impatients, Primula, Vinca, Ferns
Reply:I agree with the previous posts that it's best to check with a retailer or someone in the know in your area, though I think it a safer bet to check with a garden center. You could also check with your local cooperative extension office too.
Typically in shade environments I would recommend impatiens or begonias if you want showy flowers. They're annuals and will die off at first frost, but they provide the best show for shade gardens. You would also need to care for them (keep them well watered and fertilized.)
In terms of perennials hostas tend to get the vote because of there ability to survive in most shade environments and they can take a good deal of abuse. They are not typically known for their flowers (though I've seen some nice flowering varieties in recent years.) The foliage is what sells them.
Others perennials to consider may be pachysandra (stays green in the winter), pulmonaira, and heucheras.
Hope this helps and good luck with your garden!
Are there any known damages that 'garden' snakes cause to flowers? Are they harmful?
What's the worse that can happen with these snakes? Can they harm my children or my flowers? How to get rid of them without killing/harming them, and that means without paying someone to remove them - it wouldn't stay still even if I did have someone come and remove it!
Are there any known damages that 'garden' snakes cause to flowers? Are they harmful?
Snakes are common to gardens. The most common one that you will encounter is the common Garter snake. Often mistakenly called garden or gardener snakes, there are many different species. Like all snakes, they are carnivorous and will eat anything that they can catch such as slugs, earthworms, insects, amphibians, rodents, birds or fish.
When encountering humans, they usually go the other way. They may bite if cornered, like any animal, but their bite is harmless, mostly like a scratch. Like all of the other living things in your garden, they are part of nature and they exist for a purpose.
In some parts of the country gardeners may encounter poisonous snakes. Gardeners living in these areas should know what poisonous snakes are around and use caution when working in areas where these snakes are known to frequent, such as rock piles.
Like insects, and other animals, some people have an irrational fear of snakes, but garter and other snakes have a natural fear of humans that is stronger which is why their preferred method of defense is to quietly slither away when they sense your presence unless startled.
Check out our website for more gardening ideas at-
http://www.gardening-at-the-crossroads.c...
Good Luck and Happy Gardening from Cathy and Neal!
Reply:They cause damage in my garden because if I see one I jump up and run over the flowers to get away! Hee hee.
Reply:yeah the gardan (garter) snake is harmless. when i was small me and my brother used to pick them up and play with them. they might just nip you though if you be mean to it or chase it. its scared of you. and for flowers, they never did anything bad to mine. they keep mice and moles and other bad things away. just be careful of a copper snake, there small and kinda dangerous.
Reply:I don't want them in my yard !!!!
Reply:I'm no expert, but I've never heard of a "garden snake" harming anything other than what they like to eat. You'll be happy to know their diet consists of neither flowers or children. They prefer to eat less desirable creatures that you don't want hanging around with your kids in the garden. Don't kill them; they're doing you a big favor even though you want to kill them!
Reply:No - garden snakes will not harm your children or your flowers. They help keep away rodents and other creatures that would harm your flowers, however.
Do not make your children deathly afraid of anything. Teach them to identify the the poisonous ones, be it snakes, spiders or plants. Help make them responsible stewards of the earth by helping them understand how the ecosystem works.
I know I am coming off as a sort of tree-hugging freak - but I'm not. Giving children unnecessary fear of nature only harms them in the long run. I strongly suggest you and your kids go to a nature or science museum and learn together about the good things in nature and how they can be helpful.
Are there any known damages that 'garden' snakes cause to flowers? Are they harmful?
Snakes are common to gardens. The most common one that you will encounter is the common Garter snake. Often mistakenly called garden or gardener snakes, there are many different species. Like all snakes, they are carnivorous and will eat anything that they can catch such as slugs, earthworms, insects, amphibians, rodents, birds or fish.
When encountering humans, they usually go the other way. They may bite if cornered, like any animal, but their bite is harmless, mostly like a scratch. Like all of the other living things in your garden, they are part of nature and they exist for a purpose.
In some parts of the country gardeners may encounter poisonous snakes. Gardeners living in these areas should know what poisonous snakes are around and use caution when working in areas where these snakes are known to frequent, such as rock piles.
Like insects, and other animals, some people have an irrational fear of snakes, but garter and other snakes have a natural fear of humans that is stronger which is why their preferred method of defense is to quietly slither away when they sense your presence unless startled.
Check out our website for more gardening ideas at-
http://www.gardening-at-the-crossroads.c...
Good Luck and Happy Gardening from Cathy and Neal!
Reply:They cause damage in my garden because if I see one I jump up and run over the flowers to get away! Hee hee.
Reply:yeah the gardan (garter) snake is harmless. when i was small me and my brother used to pick them up and play with them. they might just nip you though if you be mean to it or chase it. its scared of you. and for flowers, they never did anything bad to mine. they keep mice and moles and other bad things away. just be careful of a copper snake, there small and kinda dangerous.
Reply:I don't want them in my yard !!!!
Reply:I'm no expert, but I've never heard of a "garden snake" harming anything other than what they like to eat. You'll be happy to know their diet consists of neither flowers or children. They prefer to eat less desirable creatures that you don't want hanging around with your kids in the garden. Don't kill them; they're doing you a big favor even though you want to kill them!
Reply:No - garden snakes will not harm your children or your flowers. They help keep away rodents and other creatures that would harm your flowers, however.
Do not make your children deathly afraid of anything. Teach them to identify the the poisonous ones, be it snakes, spiders or plants. Help make them responsible stewards of the earth by helping them understand how the ecosystem works.
I know I am coming off as a sort of tree-hugging freak - but I'm not. Giving children unnecessary fear of nature only harms them in the long run. I strongly suggest you and your kids go to a nature or science museum and learn together about the good things in nature and how they can be helpful.
Making a bonfire in the flowers garden are illegal why?
Because your local government are busybodies and you should TURN THEM OUT next election.
Making a bonfire in the flowers garden are illegal why?
Maybe because of a burn ban, but also to protect the homes in the area from catching on fire.
Take care.
Reply:Probably fire hazzard?
Most places will let you get a permit if you want a fire. However, maybe not if you want a HUGE fire.
You will need to check local ordanaces. Learn about how to do it safely. Gotta have hoses and water and all the fire extinguishers.
Just use a BBQ and enjoy as much as you can. But don't try jumping over the CarKing.
Reply:maybe if your state has a burn ban or you need a permit
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Making a bonfire in the flowers garden are illegal why?
Maybe because of a burn ban, but also to protect the homes in the area from catching on fire.
Take care.
Reply:Probably fire hazzard?
Most places will let you get a permit if you want a fire. However, maybe not if you want a HUGE fire.
You will need to check local ordanaces. Learn about how to do it safely. Gotta have hoses and water and all the fire extinguishers.
Just use a BBQ and enjoy as much as you can. But don't try jumping over the CarKing.
Reply:maybe if your state has a burn ban or you need a permit
internet explorer
Best flowers for the edge of my garden?
Hi, I live in Ohio.. I think zone 5. I'd rather not have to dig anything up in the fall. i recently dug out a small round garden, and I have a brick retention wall up. Inside are hostas, catmint, hardy glads, red king crocosmia, dill, basil and parsley. I'd like to put something around the edges, to sort of fill it in a bit.. preferably low maintanance, that isn't expensive to plant a reasonable amount of. Any suggestions? Anything else that would look nice with the other plants is good too, doesn't just have to be the edge.
Best flowers for the edge of my garden?
I suggest Ageratum for the edge of your garden. I buy them in flats each spring and they last until October they are green leaves and blue or pink flowers, they become bushy in form, and look amazing.
they cost about 12.99 to 14.99 a flat, I get them at Home Depot. As for your planter why not plant a Tomato plant, You can get cherry Tomato's, of Beef steak Tomato's. If you would rather have flowers, then Put in a bleeding heart, and it will come back every year for you. Have fun
Reply:i saw lots of good answers. have you thought about talking to someone at your local garden center.
Reply:We use marigolds, it helps with the critters. They look good and are low maintenace.
Reply:Try this site they were very helpful for me,
http://www.pfaf.org/leaflets/woodlandedg...
Reply:Yellow marigolds are nice because they are hardy, cheap, pretty and keep the deer away from the rest of your flowers.
http://image64.webshots.com/164/4/96/67/...
You can also save the seeds in the fall, they come back really easy from seed and you save $$$$
Reply:i say something red:)
Reply:try marigolds they keep out pests also
Best flowers for the edge of my garden?
I suggest Ageratum for the edge of your garden. I buy them in flats each spring and they last until October they are green leaves and blue or pink flowers, they become bushy in form, and look amazing.
they cost about 12.99 to 14.99 a flat, I get them at Home Depot. As for your planter why not plant a Tomato plant, You can get cherry Tomato's, of Beef steak Tomato's. If you would rather have flowers, then Put in a bleeding heart, and it will come back every year for you. Have fun
Reply:i saw lots of good answers. have you thought about talking to someone at your local garden center.
Reply:We use marigolds, it helps with the critters. They look good and are low maintenace.
Reply:Try this site they were very helpful for me,
http://www.pfaf.org/leaflets/woodlandedg...
Reply:Yellow marigolds are nice because they are hardy, cheap, pretty and keep the deer away from the rest of your flowers.
http://image64.webshots.com/164/4/96/67/...
You can also save the seeds in the fall, they come back really easy from seed and you save $$$$
Reply:i say something red:)
Reply:try marigolds they keep out pests also
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