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Feng Shui: Working with Colors in Your Garden
Many people may consider feng shui as a form of superstition, but we beg to disagree. It is a form of design aesthetic that aims to create harmony with nature or what immediately surrounds the area. Applying the rules of feng shui can also be applied outside the home such as your garden. Working with your garden's color according to feng shui can create wonderful "rhythms&qu... [Read More]
Feng Shui in The Garden
In feng shui, water is a universal sign of abundance. Including an object that defines this element is a must in every home of those who want to be prosperous. When adding a water feature in your garden - like a feng shui fountain or a bird bath - according to the rules of feng shui, you need to follow these simple tips. Determine where to place itUnless you have a large body of water ... [Read More]
Treatment for Rose Diseases
Roses are among the most romantic flowers, but growing them is a chore. No matter how much care you put in them, your beloved rose bushes would eventually be affected with diseases, which you need to remedy as soon as possible before it would get any worse. But before reaching for that fungicide spray, consider treating your bushes with the least toxic solutions possible.Black spotIt is a type of ... [Read More]
Mini-Garden in Your Home
Indoor gardening, especially in an urban high-rise home, is possible. Though you may have limited space, making a garden inside will not pose any problem at all. To start with, take note of conditions inside. This will totally affect the growth of the plants. No matter what is the size of your house, which will totally affect garden size, consider also these factors:Environment temperatureMoisture... [Read More]
Controlling Weeds, The Organic Way
The organic way of weed control is by using natural but effective means to get rid of the undesirable weeds. Using herbicides and other man-made chemicals are a no-no. The objective of organic gardening is to lessen the destruction and harm on the environment caused by such chemicals. There are other options available that may just be as effective and environment-friendly as well. Weed PreventionT... [Read More]
Types of Roses
In purchasing, and eventually learning to grow a rose, it's very helpful to gain some knowledge to each type of rose. It must always be noted that each type has its unique characteristic in terms of growth habits, size, type of bloom and levels of maintenance: while some require more care than other, others can be left and grow alone in the pot.The name "rose" comes from the Persian term... [Read More]
Elements of English Garden Design
Tall and evenly cut hedges, manicured laws, and a pathway leading to an often wide open space or lawn, these are some of the characteristics of modern day English gardens. The gardens' design showcase a more formal approach, reminiscent of early influences from the Greeks and Romans gardening architecture. However, it did evolve into a mixture of formality and the natural. English gardens today co... [Read More]
How to Attract Beneficial Insects to the Garden
We know now that not all insects are harmful to your garden plants. In fact, a number of them are actually good to have around. A number of insects like lady bugs and praying mantis can help control the population of actual garden pests like aphids and caterpillars. But the trick is to encourage these beneficial insects to come and stay in your garden. You need to provide an environment where they... [Read More]
How to Choose Architectural Plants
From prickly pear cacti to spreading dwarf Dianella revoluta, the strong shapes and outlines of architectural plants can have a very strong impact to your garden. The distinctive shape of the leaves, the branches, and the growth pattern can produce interesting moods and provide character to your garden. Architectural plants are usually large, relative to other garden plants. This size difference, ... [Read More]
Elements of Garden Design
The look of your garden depends on your approach and personal preferences. However, making them more appealing would need you to consider some of the basic elements of garden designs. These elements include color, the texture, and the actual form of the garden.FormThe form refers to the shape, the outline, or the overall appearance of the garden. It is the first thing observers would see. The arra... [Read More]