when busy lizzies die during the summer,would the seeds grow again without having to atend to them,like just let them drop on the ground from the flowers.
Flowers in the garden?
During the early summer we remove the seeds before they swell up but during the end of the summer when the weather will kill them off anyway, we let the seed heads swell really large then go round and pop them into a paper bag. If you have a greenhouse or hot house you can use these seeds and they will grow, but very rarely in UK would they survive if just left out in the garden.
Reply:the seeds will fall and may grow again but that depends on the wildlife. the birds/snails/slugs n bugs will probably eat them before they get buried in the soil, and of course you have to account for wind dispersal. thats why they're called 'annuals'. you're supposed to plant them every year.
Reply:Busy Lizzies are very difficult to grow from seed, however I have had a couple seed themselves the following year. But the answer is no, buy new next year.
Reply:No,afraid not,they only grow once,they are called annuals.
Reply:Yes, but it will grow too slowly outdoors.
It is better to take the seed pods indoors, squeeze them and the seed will come out. Keep the seed in an envelope and start it off in some compost indoors next year.
They grow pretty easy.
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Wednesday, February 15, 2012
How do I grow a gorgeous indoor garden?
I am 13 and I said this question because I live in a townhouse and they give you no space what so ever to plant anything (not even grass!) and if you do grow a garden, the curious and wild littlier children will mess with it and so will the pit bulls that roam around (scary, isn't it), and I said this because my teacher got me interested in flowers. I am interested in it and wanted to try it. A lot of details would be highly appreciated! I am just starting to love flowers, help me please!
How do I grow a gorgeous indoor garden?
there are lots of plants that are very happy to grow indoors in pots and trays on windowsills. just have to be more careful about watering as most plants dry out easily indoors but dont like being over watered
Reply:do some research on line to find the most adaptable flowers and plants that do well indoors, use decorative pots with saucer bottoms so water doesnt go on floor after watering some may need sun so put them near windows with light during day also the pots with saucers are really great with wheels so you can move them around if needed...nature is great and your 13 and should find gardening, even if indoors very rewarding..
How do I grow a gorgeous indoor garden?
there are lots of plants that are very happy to grow indoors in pots and trays on windowsills. just have to be more careful about watering as most plants dry out easily indoors but dont like being over watered
Reply:do some research on line to find the most adaptable flowers and plants that do well indoors, use decorative pots with saucer bottoms so water doesnt go on floor after watering some may need sun so put them near windows with light during day also the pots with saucers are really great with wheels so you can move them around if needed...nature is great and your 13 and should find gardening, even if indoors very rewarding..
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!
I would like to know what plants/flowers I can put in my garden to attract humming birds?
there are plants called humming bird plants,,,also they love anything red. make sure the flowers have throats that they can dip into.
I would like to know what plants/flowers I can put in my garden to attract humming birds?
One of the hummingbirds most favorite plants in my garden are the gladioulas. Believe it or not, it doesn't matter what color!
Reply:they seem to be attracted mainly to trumpet shaped flowers ...... lillies and my rose of sharon bush really attract them and they even go after my fake (dark pink) freshia on my front deck .....also trumpet flowers ... get a hummingbird feeder too... for the nectar you just boil one cup water with a quarter cup of regular sugar...let it cool and i put just a little jello powder in it before it starts cooling
Reply:In the back, we have trumper honeysuckle and they like it. Also have seen them on the red roses.
Reply:My daughter bought a nectar pot that she fills with sugar water and hangs it outside her window. She get several different humming bird visiting daily.
Reply:This should help you - good luck.
landscaping.about.com/cs/forthebirds/a...
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I would like to know what plants/flowers I can put in my garden to attract humming birds?
One of the hummingbirds most favorite plants in my garden are the gladioulas. Believe it or not, it doesn't matter what color!
Reply:they seem to be attracted mainly to trumpet shaped flowers ...... lillies and my rose of sharon bush really attract them and they even go after my fake (dark pink) freshia on my front deck .....also trumpet flowers ... get a hummingbird feeder too... for the nectar you just boil one cup water with a quarter cup of regular sugar...let it cool and i put just a little jello powder in it before it starts cooling
Reply:In the back, we have trumper honeysuckle and they like it. Also have seen them on the red roses.
Reply:My daughter bought a nectar pot that she fills with sugar water and hangs it outside her window. She get several different humming bird visiting daily.
Reply:This should help you - good luck.
landscaping.about.com/cs/forthebirds/a...
ice skates
I have a 18ft w x 20ft nearly all mud back garden,i want to make a recycled healing garden what can i use ?
im looking to make a recycled peaceful,spiritual,relaxing, meditating garden with plenty of plants/flowers/wildlife friendly,lots of different textures,all made from re-using unwanted items. all ideas welcomed thanks karen x
I have a 18ft w x 20ft nearly all mud back garden,i want to make a recycled healing garden what can i use ?
Hedgehog house-an upturned wooden crate covered with stones,earth and twigs
Plant an area with a mix of grass and wild flower seeds to encourage bees and insects which in turn will bring insect eating birds (also plant clover and catmint for the bees)
Make a wood pile to attract insects and amphibians
A small pond ( an old sink or sink into the ground a large plastic bucket) with rocks nearby for frogs and toads to hide
Plant a buddlea to encourage butterflies and lavender for both you and them
old car wheels (turn the tyre inside out) as planters
Recycled tyre mulch for a path
Tyre wheel trims-maybe painted and used as decoration on wall??
Use wine bottle bases cemented into walls or paths
Reply:Start collecting containers, you can grow plants in anything like boots, oil cans etc, as long as it has some drainage. Once you have a container you can start collecting plants 'cos they will be safe while you decide what to do with the landscaping and you can plant them out later when you know where you want to put them.
The best thing you can install to attract wildlife is a pond, just make surte there is a gentle slope at one side so that things can get out again if they fall in.
Have a look at Bob Flowerdew's books, he is famous for recycling stuff in his garden, he's a bit extreme sometimes but has very sound ideas.
Oh, and buy a hammock!
Reply:With your existing space being so waterlogged, you are limited in what you can do unless you turn it into a bog garden. You will have to fill it with something organic first. You might be able to find fill or compost at a local park and they might be willing to give you enough to bring it up past your water level. Then you can start with native plants, a deer scarer that you can make from bamboo, a bench you can make from rocks or found things. You can do garden totems, statuary you make from hypertufa. The list is almost endless, but you must first get your garden space out of the mud.
Reply:HAUL IN BOUT 3 16 YD. DUMP TRUCK LOADS OF SAND--TILLER THIS IN TO YOUR EXISTING DIRT-- YOU WANT TO BUILD UP THE AREA SO IT DOESN'T HOLD WATER OR STAY WET--A SMALL POND WOULD WORK OUT ALL RIGHT --WITH A FOUNTAIN---IF YOU HAVE ELECTRICITY THERE --OR JUST PLANT SOME WATER GARDEN PLANTS IN IT---LEVEL IT OFF AND BUILD A WALK WAY OUT OF STONE OR BRICK--MAKE A SEATING AREA BOUT 6 X 8 FEET WITH A BENCH AND ARBOR MADE FROM RECYCLED MATERIAL--PLANT PLENTY OF NATIVE PLANTS TO YOUR AREA--GROUND COVERS ARE ALWAYS A GOOD THING TO PLANT--THEN PLANT SOME DIFFERENT PLANTS IN THEM -- ALSO A HUMMING BIRD FEEDER AND REGULAR BIRD FEEDER-- A RELIGIOUS STATUE OR CROSS
Reply:maybe you can pave part of it somehow and use planters for growing in...I've heard of people using all sorts of things to garden in..everything from old tractor tires to deep freezes(they make the garden waist high). To get plants you might be able to ask around for people's extras...bulbs and things have to be thinned so people are sometimes just throwing those away...at our local university they used to pull up all the bulbs every year and toss them...if you were there on the right day you could get a bag full! (no more junked bulbs right now though due to budget cuts.)
Reply:try your local freecycle web site for unwanted stuff its free and it involves recycling
I have a 18ft w x 20ft nearly all mud back garden,i want to make a recycled healing garden what can i use ?
Hedgehog house-an upturned wooden crate covered with stones,earth and twigs
Plant an area with a mix of grass and wild flower seeds to encourage bees and insects which in turn will bring insect eating birds (also plant clover and catmint for the bees)
Make a wood pile to attract insects and amphibians
A small pond ( an old sink or sink into the ground a large plastic bucket) with rocks nearby for frogs and toads to hide
Plant a buddlea to encourage butterflies and lavender for both you and them
old car wheels (turn the tyre inside out) as planters
Recycled tyre mulch for a path
Tyre wheel trims-maybe painted and used as decoration on wall??
Use wine bottle bases cemented into walls or paths
Reply:Start collecting containers, you can grow plants in anything like boots, oil cans etc, as long as it has some drainage. Once you have a container you can start collecting plants 'cos they will be safe while you decide what to do with the landscaping and you can plant them out later when you know where you want to put them.
The best thing you can install to attract wildlife is a pond, just make surte there is a gentle slope at one side so that things can get out again if they fall in.
Have a look at Bob Flowerdew's books, he is famous for recycling stuff in his garden, he's a bit extreme sometimes but has very sound ideas.
Oh, and buy a hammock!
Reply:With your existing space being so waterlogged, you are limited in what you can do unless you turn it into a bog garden. You will have to fill it with something organic first. You might be able to find fill or compost at a local park and they might be willing to give you enough to bring it up past your water level. Then you can start with native plants, a deer scarer that you can make from bamboo, a bench you can make from rocks or found things. You can do garden totems, statuary you make from hypertufa. The list is almost endless, but you must first get your garden space out of the mud.
Reply:HAUL IN BOUT 3 16 YD. DUMP TRUCK LOADS OF SAND--TILLER THIS IN TO YOUR EXISTING DIRT-- YOU WANT TO BUILD UP THE AREA SO IT DOESN'T HOLD WATER OR STAY WET--A SMALL POND WOULD WORK OUT ALL RIGHT --WITH A FOUNTAIN---IF YOU HAVE ELECTRICITY THERE --OR JUST PLANT SOME WATER GARDEN PLANTS IN IT---LEVEL IT OFF AND BUILD A WALK WAY OUT OF STONE OR BRICK--MAKE A SEATING AREA BOUT 6 X 8 FEET WITH A BENCH AND ARBOR MADE FROM RECYCLED MATERIAL--PLANT PLENTY OF NATIVE PLANTS TO YOUR AREA--GROUND COVERS ARE ALWAYS A GOOD THING TO PLANT--THEN PLANT SOME DIFFERENT PLANTS IN THEM -- ALSO A HUMMING BIRD FEEDER AND REGULAR BIRD FEEDER-- A RELIGIOUS STATUE OR CROSS
Reply:maybe you can pave part of it somehow and use planters for growing in...I've heard of people using all sorts of things to garden in..everything from old tractor tires to deep freezes(they make the garden waist high). To get plants you might be able to ask around for people's extras...bulbs and things have to be thinned so people are sometimes just throwing those away...at our local university they used to pull up all the bulbs every year and toss them...if you were there on the right day you could get a bag full! (no more junked bulbs right now though due to budget cuts.)
Reply:try your local freecycle web site for unwanted stuff its free and it involves recycling
How do I get rid of clover in a garden and not hurt my flowers?
My experience is anything you put out to kill the clover will also damage the plants around the clover. The only solution is pulling the clover, you need to get the roots also. Once this is accomplished a good layer of mulch 2-4" should discourage the "weeds" from coming back. I like to put a layer of newspaper under the mulch to help even more, usually 4-8 sheets thick.
Good luck!
How do I get rid of clover in a garden and not hurt my flowers?
I wouldn't do that. It attracts the bees.
Reply:Easy -- buy a sheep which hates clover
Reply:Pull them, leave no root behind.
Reply:is it essential? I think clover are pretty. The only thing I can think of is starting again from fresh with seed.
Good luck!
How do I get rid of clover in a garden and not hurt my flowers?
I wouldn't do that. It attracts the bees.
Reply:Easy -- buy a sheep which hates clover
Reply:Pull them, leave no root behind.
Reply:is it essential? I think clover are pretty. The only thing I can think of is starting again from fresh with seed.
What plants are good to grow in a Patio Garden?
I am starting a Patio garden. I'm really excited about it. I have laid everything out and all i need are the flowers. I really want to plant veggies but i think i am going to wait till next spring so, I want to plant some flowers.
Any suggestions on what type of flowers to plant?
What plants are good to grow in a Patio Garden?
I don't know where you live, because certain plants do better in certain parts of the country. I can tell you I have had amazing luck with marigolds, african daisies, gerber daisies (my fave so far) and right now, celosia (ooh those are so cool! google 'em!) and 'polka dot plant' google that one too- (Hypoestes phyllostachya) which is a simply gorgeous leafy plant. Until I started these plants I thought I had a black thumb but they are actually doing great! Good luck! I love that you are excited about it, gardening is such a wonderful hobby, and next year I know you will have an amazing container garden with veggies too!
Reply:My grandson's mom has a real nice deck garden. It has sunshine most of the day. She's got everything--lillies, petunias, wild flowers, herbs, hibiscus (that she takes inside for the winter). She also has a patio tomato plant and strawberries. The strawberries are doing real well. Some on the flowers she has I can't name. I'd say any annual. They take a lot of watering, so you have to be diligent about tending to them.
Any suggestions on what type of flowers to plant?
What plants are good to grow in a Patio Garden?
I don't know where you live, because certain plants do better in certain parts of the country. I can tell you I have had amazing luck with marigolds, african daisies, gerber daisies (my fave so far) and right now, celosia (ooh those are so cool! google 'em!) and 'polka dot plant' google that one too- (Hypoestes phyllostachya) which is a simply gorgeous leafy plant. Until I started these plants I thought I had a black thumb but they are actually doing great! Good luck! I love that you are excited about it, gardening is such a wonderful hobby, and next year I know you will have an amazing container garden with veggies too!
Reply:My grandson's mom has a real nice deck garden. It has sunshine most of the day. She's got everything--lillies, petunias, wild flowers, herbs, hibiscus (that she takes inside for the winter). She also has a patio tomato plant and strawberries. The strawberries are doing real well. Some on the flowers she has I can't name. I'd say any annual. They take a lot of watering, so you have to be diligent about tending to them.
Starting a garden,,,what are the easiest flowers to begin with?
You are gonna love gardening, don't try to do it all in one year. Get to know where the sun shines the most, and where the shaded areas are. Because you will need flowers for the sun areas, and flowers for the shaded areas.
Since you are a beginner, this year start your garden with plants that you get from a garden center or nursery. They are called bedding plants and come in a six pack. Look for a little tag sticking in the six pact showing directions on how to grow the plants. If the tag is not there, ask for one or buy something else. Directions are VERY important.
Seeds are not always easy to grow. And wildflowers are the hardest so don't be disappointed if they don't show up.
Two good things to do for yourself is to call your local County Extension Service and ask for all the information that they have about gardening in your area. They usually have a packet/kit of things for the home gardener.
And number two would be to pick up a couple of beginner books. You really do need to know about soil, compost, mulch and etc.
To keep from over watering or not watering enough, buy a water analyzer from a nursery or garden center. Be sure to read the directions. This will be one of your best tools.
Send for some free gardening catalogs and get use to the different types of plants, colors, and when to plant. They are filled with good informtion and pictures. And they will keep you company during the long winter months. Here is a list of just a very few. There are hundreds more:
http://www.waysidegardens.com
http://www.dutchbulbs.com
http://www.jacksonandperkins.com (Roses)
http://www.parkseed.com
http://www.burpee.com
Other catalogs:
http://www.leevalley.com
http://www.gardeners.com
http://www.GardensAlive.com
http://www.deerbusters.com (all types of animal control)
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Container/pots/window boxes needs:
All need holes in the bottem for water drainage,
Potting soil that comes in bags,
Slow release fertilizer for flowers (not for green plants), OR liquid fertilizer that will need to be used more often-read directions,
Water crystals to be mixed into the soil for holding water,
Bedding plants or full grown plants.
Here is an excellent link to check out for color combinations and plants that look good together:
http://www.fernlea.com/awesomeaccents/re...
Starting a garden,,,what are the easiest flowers to begin with?
i would suggest zinnia....and i like sunflowers...i am guessing you want to plant seeds....and of course sometimes it is just easier to buy some plants at the various retail outlets because they are grown in other parts of the country and in greenhouses....for example pansies are grown in Canada in July and are shipped to where I live in September and October when it has cooled down a bit....next year or depending on where you live....you can also plant some bulbs and have these flowers come up every year...like dahlias and Asiatic/oriental lillies
Reply:Spring bulbs come back every year, summer annuals like marigolds and saliva, and mums for the Autumn. Your local extension office can really help you choose what is best for your area and the advice is free.
Reply:Zinnias
Cosmos
Marigolds
Sunflowers
Celosia
They are annuals though.
Not only are they easy to grow they also make beautiful bouquets to put in your house.
If you want something for your flower beds : These are annuals.
marigolds
celosia
salvia
geraniums
Reply:I found roses easy to grow..they grow quickly and they are beautiful. All they need is lots of water and sun.
White Teeth
Since you are a beginner, this year start your garden with plants that you get from a garden center or nursery. They are called bedding plants and come in a six pack. Look for a little tag sticking in the six pact showing directions on how to grow the plants. If the tag is not there, ask for one or buy something else. Directions are VERY important.
Seeds are not always easy to grow. And wildflowers are the hardest so don't be disappointed if they don't show up.
Two good things to do for yourself is to call your local County Extension Service and ask for all the information that they have about gardening in your area. They usually have a packet/kit of things for the home gardener.
And number two would be to pick up a couple of beginner books. You really do need to know about soil, compost, mulch and etc.
To keep from over watering or not watering enough, buy a water analyzer from a nursery or garden center. Be sure to read the directions. This will be one of your best tools.
Send for some free gardening catalogs and get use to the different types of plants, colors, and when to plant. They are filled with good informtion and pictures. And they will keep you company during the long winter months. Here is a list of just a very few. There are hundreds more:
http://www.waysidegardens.com
http://www.dutchbulbs.com
http://www.jacksonandperkins.com (Roses)
http://www.parkseed.com
http://www.burpee.com
Other catalogs:
http://www.leevalley.com
http://www.gardeners.com
http://www.GardensAlive.com
http://www.deerbusters.com (all types of animal control)
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Container/pots/window boxes needs:
All need holes in the bottem for water drainage,
Potting soil that comes in bags,
Slow release fertilizer for flowers (not for green plants), OR liquid fertilizer that will need to be used more often-read directions,
Water crystals to be mixed into the soil for holding water,
Bedding plants or full grown plants.
Here is an excellent link to check out for color combinations and plants that look good together:
http://www.fernlea.com/awesomeaccents/re...
Starting a garden,,,what are the easiest flowers to begin with?
i would suggest zinnia....and i like sunflowers...i am guessing you want to plant seeds....and of course sometimes it is just easier to buy some plants at the various retail outlets because they are grown in other parts of the country and in greenhouses....for example pansies are grown in Canada in July and are shipped to where I live in September and October when it has cooled down a bit....next year or depending on where you live....you can also plant some bulbs and have these flowers come up every year...like dahlias and Asiatic/oriental lillies
Reply:Spring bulbs come back every year, summer annuals like marigolds and saliva, and mums for the Autumn. Your local extension office can really help you choose what is best for your area and the advice is free.
Reply:Zinnias
Cosmos
Marigolds
Sunflowers
Celosia
They are annuals though.
Not only are they easy to grow they also make beautiful bouquets to put in your house.
If you want something for your flower beds : These are annuals.
marigolds
celosia
salvia
geraniums
Reply:I found roses easy to grow..they grow quickly and they are beautiful. All they need is lots of water and sun.
White Teeth
What does a Hydrangia require to grow those beautiful flowers?
What type of soil, fertilizer, sun or shade, do they require a lot of water? Do you have to dig them up in fall (we live in the midwest)? Thanks for your help I love these and would enjoy having one in my flower garden.
What does a Hydrangia require to grow those beautiful flowers?
There are different types of hydrangeas and knowing which one you have is important so that the correct method of pruning is done.
Pruning Hydrangeas
Dick Bir
NC State University
Read the last 2 sentences of 2nd paragraph.
each of these pruning rules can be correct for some hydrangea species and cultivars but not all. It is a big genus.
http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/fletcher/staff/r...
FIRST, it's important to know that mophead hydrangeas do not have to be pruned back - ever - unless they are very old.
http://www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com/prun...
Edited: Almost forgot to answer the question
Peat moss is naturally acidic for the
blue flowers
Aluminum sulfate is commonly sold at garden centers to add aluminum and increase the natural acidity of the soil for hydrangeas.
http://www.nashuatelegraph.com/apps/pbcs...
For Pink flowers
Add lime.
Reply:There are lots of Hydrangeas. The typical flower is of two types, mop-head and lace-cap, the florists sell a big tender mop-head variety which can change colors from pink to blue to pink again in response to pH. I think red is low or acidic pH and blue is high or basic pH. There are colorful varieties out there of both types, personally I find the lace-caps a bit more elegant, and if you have a shady fence or large mature tree it is hard to beat a climbing hydrangea (Hydrangea petiolaris) for year round appeal. Patience is required though, they take their time to getting happy and begin climbing
Reply:I live in the south. The hydrangea is really great. They thrive in rich soil and shady areas. You don't have to dig them up in fact you can root a new plant by placing a rock or a brick on a limb to hold it down and it will grow a root like that . Also you can change the color of the flower by adding epson salt to the water. And I am no expert gardner but when mine needed water the leaves wilted,,,I would just water them and they would perk right up!
Reply:Hydrangeas like moist, rich soil in partial to full sun. If they are in alkaline soil, the flowers will be pink. If they are in acidic soil, the flowers will be blue. In fall or winter, when the foliage has died off, cut the canes down to about 6 inches to a foot tall. They'll be back in spring.
Reply:The most popular hydrangea, mop-head type with a big round flower love acidic soil, moisture and preferably sun in the morning, shade in the afternoon location. If you get a blue flower kind, be sure to plant in the acidic soil or give some fertilizer for acidic loving plants, so you can have blue flower always. My Nikko Blue hydrangea should have pretty blue flowers, but it gets pink because of the soil. White kind won't change its color no matter what, because they don't have color pigment. Have fun!
Reply:add good old cow manure if you want blue flowers.
add lime if you want pink flowers.
if you add nothing to your soil and it has no natural color changing nutrients the flowers will turn white. That's what mine did.
They do not like full sun, they need a lot of water if you do this, but they WILL tolerate it. They give fair warning by drooping their leaves when they want a drink.
You do not have to dig them up in the winter. They will flourish and grow rather quickly so feel free to buy a small $6 one instead of the $17 ones! I planted 2 this past summer and they doubled their size before fall.
These are my favorite flower!!
makeup brush
What does a Hydrangia require to grow those beautiful flowers?
There are different types of hydrangeas and knowing which one you have is important so that the correct method of pruning is done.
Pruning Hydrangeas
Dick Bir
NC State University
Read the last 2 sentences of 2nd paragraph.
each of these pruning rules can be correct for some hydrangea species and cultivars but not all. It is a big genus.
http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/fletcher/staff/r...
FIRST, it's important to know that mophead hydrangeas do not have to be pruned back - ever - unless they are very old.
http://www.hydrangeashydrangeas.com/prun...
Edited: Almost forgot to answer the question
Peat moss is naturally acidic for the
blue flowers
Aluminum sulfate is commonly sold at garden centers to add aluminum and increase the natural acidity of the soil for hydrangeas.
http://www.nashuatelegraph.com/apps/pbcs...
For Pink flowers
Add lime.
Reply:There are lots of Hydrangeas. The typical flower is of two types, mop-head and lace-cap, the florists sell a big tender mop-head variety which can change colors from pink to blue to pink again in response to pH. I think red is low or acidic pH and blue is high or basic pH. There are colorful varieties out there of both types, personally I find the lace-caps a bit more elegant, and if you have a shady fence or large mature tree it is hard to beat a climbing hydrangea (Hydrangea petiolaris) for year round appeal. Patience is required though, they take their time to getting happy and begin climbing
Reply:I live in the south. The hydrangea is really great. They thrive in rich soil and shady areas. You don't have to dig them up in fact you can root a new plant by placing a rock or a brick on a limb to hold it down and it will grow a root like that . Also you can change the color of the flower by adding epson salt to the water. And I am no expert gardner but when mine needed water the leaves wilted,,,I would just water them and they would perk right up!
Reply:Hydrangeas like moist, rich soil in partial to full sun. If they are in alkaline soil, the flowers will be pink. If they are in acidic soil, the flowers will be blue. In fall or winter, when the foliage has died off, cut the canes down to about 6 inches to a foot tall. They'll be back in spring.
Reply:The most popular hydrangea, mop-head type with a big round flower love acidic soil, moisture and preferably sun in the morning, shade in the afternoon location. If you get a blue flower kind, be sure to plant in the acidic soil or give some fertilizer for acidic loving plants, so you can have blue flower always. My Nikko Blue hydrangea should have pretty blue flowers, but it gets pink because of the soil. White kind won't change its color no matter what, because they don't have color pigment. Have fun!
Reply:add good old cow manure if you want blue flowers.
add lime if you want pink flowers.
if you add nothing to your soil and it has no natural color changing nutrients the flowers will turn white. That's what mine did.
They do not like full sun, they need a lot of water if you do this, but they WILL tolerate it. They give fair warning by drooping their leaves when they want a drink.
You do not have to dig them up in the winter. They will flourish and grow rather quickly so feel free to buy a small $6 one instead of the $17 ones! I planted 2 this past summer and they doubled their size before fall.
These are my favorite flower!!
How can I keep male cats out of my flowers?
I have a female cat.How can I deter a persistant male cat from spraying my flower garden?
How can I keep male cats out of my flowers?
Take a little water gun and squirt him when he starts to spray them. It worked really well with my cat. :)
Reply:You can't. Males have larger territories than females, that's why your house/yard is part of his territory as well as your own female cat's. Just keep an eye on your girl and make sure the tom doesn't beat her up while passing through.
Reply:Let me know, because they keep trampling my ferns!!!!!
Reply:a pellet gun and one quick shot to the scroat bag should do the trick
Reply:shotgun
Reply:Four Paws Keep Off Indoor and Outdoor Dog and Cat Repellent
Indoor and outdoor repellent for dogs and cats works up to 24 hours when applied daily. Keeps pets away from furniture, carpets, trees, garbage cans and bags, and other forbidden areas.
PETCO.COM
Reply:make him and indoor cat my grandma had cats outside and they all got sick really early and died plus they wont bother the neighbors i know i hate other peoples cats in my yard
Reply:I have always heard that putting mothballs around will keep them out.
Reply:You can go to the zoo and get Panther or Tiger droppings or urine and put it around the perimeter of your property (or your flower garden). Don't laugh!! It's true!! The zoo gives it away in my area. People use the scents of bigger predators to keep littler predators away from dogs, cats, chickens, rabbits, etc. that live in the country. This should scare the male cats into some other territory so they'll leave your garden alone.
PS. if your female isn't fixed get her fixed...that will help a bit too.
Reply:Cats hate the smell of oranges, so put orange peels throughout your flower garden.
Also, get your female cat fixed so the male cat doesn't come over as much.
Reply:there's stuff you can buy at homedepot to deter cats and dogs. spray it on and around the garden.
Reply:I have heard that cat off works but you have to re apply regularly especially after it rains. Or you could get a dog. Good luck
Reply:u cant boys will b boys!
Reply:um try and get Cat off or sumtin good luck
How can I keep male cats out of my flowers?
Take a little water gun and squirt him when he starts to spray them. It worked really well with my cat. :)
Reply:You can't. Males have larger territories than females, that's why your house/yard is part of his territory as well as your own female cat's. Just keep an eye on your girl and make sure the tom doesn't beat her up while passing through.
Reply:Let me know, because they keep trampling my ferns!!!!!
Reply:a pellet gun and one quick shot to the scroat bag should do the trick
Reply:shotgun
Reply:Four Paws Keep Off Indoor and Outdoor Dog and Cat Repellent
Indoor and outdoor repellent for dogs and cats works up to 24 hours when applied daily. Keeps pets away from furniture, carpets, trees, garbage cans and bags, and other forbidden areas.
PETCO.COM
Reply:make him and indoor cat my grandma had cats outside and they all got sick really early and died plus they wont bother the neighbors i know i hate other peoples cats in my yard
Reply:I have always heard that putting mothballs around will keep them out.
Reply:You can go to the zoo and get Panther or Tiger droppings or urine and put it around the perimeter of your property (or your flower garden). Don't laugh!! It's true!! The zoo gives it away in my area. People use the scents of bigger predators to keep littler predators away from dogs, cats, chickens, rabbits, etc. that live in the country. This should scare the male cats into some other territory so they'll leave your garden alone.
PS. if your female isn't fixed get her fixed...that will help a bit too.
Reply:Cats hate the smell of oranges, so put orange peels throughout your flower garden.
Also, get your female cat fixed so the male cat doesn't come over as much.
Reply:there's stuff you can buy at homedepot to deter cats and dogs. spray it on and around the garden.
Reply:I have heard that cat off works but you have to re apply regularly especially after it rains. Or you could get a dog. Good luck
Reply:u cant boys will b boys!
Reply:um try and get Cat off or sumtin good luck
How can I stop my grandmothers garden from dying?
I am responsible for maintaining my grandmothers LARGE garden for the next week. She left one day ago and already some of the flowers look like they're dying.
A few of them appear to droop and look to be curling up and hardening. I believe she watered them before she left and I watered them again in the evening. The next morning I watered them, then watered them again in the evening. The temperatures been around 90 degrees and about half of the plants are hanging on pots above the fence while the others are in the ground.
The garden is about three feet wide but goes all around the perimiter of the yard and there is a ton of stuff. I usually run the water right where the plants roots are for about ten seconds then move to the next plant, the whole routine usually takes me 45minutes. Unfortunetly these plants aren't looking too good and she will be very disappointed if she returns home to dead plants.
Any tips on how I can keep them alive?
How can I stop my grandmothers garden from dying?
Water the plants at night when it is cooler and so less of the water evaporates and the plants are able to absorb more.
Reply:if you think that you are over watering,
before your next watering, reach down and grab a handful of dirt if it sticks together or rolls into a ball you do not need water
if the soil crumbles give it extra water
Reply:Perhaps water it a bit longer each time.
Reply:MULCH IT, WATER IT AND STIR UP THE SOIL.
Reply:With temperatures that hot, I would wait until around sunset to water them, then water them for one hour every other day, while you are at it, put a canister of fertalizer on the hose, this will help the garden. Don't water them individually, use a sprinkler that goes back and forth, this will spread the water out evenly. Everyday go out and see if there is any weeds in the garden, if so, get rid of them, but do this early in the morning. For those hanging pots, bring them inside so they won't dry out too quickly.
Reply:Agree with Unit. Feel the soil. If it is really dry aerate (poke holes in the dirt) to allow the water to sink in. You should also "dead head" (remove spent flowers) to encourage more blooms.
Sweet to tend your gram's garden, good luck.
Reply:Drooping plants, curling leaves, and leaves becoming hard are all signs of Underwatering, OR signs of fall, and the plants starting to go dormant. CUL Lou
Reply:i also agree with watering them at night, or early morning before the sun comes out. when you give cold water to plants that are baking in the sun it tends to shock the piss out of the roots, so thats how you water. for the droopiness, make sure to prune (pretty much means cut off) all dead or dying parts of the plant, that is very important, and also CAREFULLY stir up the soil around the plant. anything other that requires going to the store and spending money, like on miracle grow or something. hey didnt say it was gonna be easy, landscaping is long and back breaking work
Reply:Set the sprinkler or soaker and move it every 15 minutes. It takes a while for the water to soak into the ground, and you need to give it enough to moisten enough ground to get to the roots.
You should only need to do it once a day if the weather stays as you have described it. But do it in the evening or it will be like watering your plants with hot water. I don't think you want to cook them just yet.
If all else fails, look for a neighbor whose yard looks nice and ask for help. Gardeners love to be asked for their help as long as you are willing to do the work.
A few of them appear to droop and look to be curling up and hardening. I believe she watered them before she left and I watered them again in the evening. The next morning I watered them, then watered them again in the evening. The temperatures been around 90 degrees and about half of the plants are hanging on pots above the fence while the others are in the ground.
The garden is about three feet wide but goes all around the perimiter of the yard and there is a ton of stuff. I usually run the water right where the plants roots are for about ten seconds then move to the next plant, the whole routine usually takes me 45minutes. Unfortunetly these plants aren't looking too good and she will be very disappointed if she returns home to dead plants.
Any tips on how I can keep them alive?
How can I stop my grandmothers garden from dying?
Water the plants at night when it is cooler and so less of the water evaporates and the plants are able to absorb more.
Reply:if you think that you are over watering,
before your next watering, reach down and grab a handful of dirt if it sticks together or rolls into a ball you do not need water
if the soil crumbles give it extra water
Reply:Perhaps water it a bit longer each time.
Reply:MULCH IT, WATER IT AND STIR UP THE SOIL.
Reply:With temperatures that hot, I would wait until around sunset to water them, then water them for one hour every other day, while you are at it, put a canister of fertalizer on the hose, this will help the garden. Don't water them individually, use a sprinkler that goes back and forth, this will spread the water out evenly. Everyday go out and see if there is any weeds in the garden, if so, get rid of them, but do this early in the morning. For those hanging pots, bring them inside so they won't dry out too quickly.
Reply:Agree with Unit. Feel the soil. If it is really dry aerate (poke holes in the dirt) to allow the water to sink in. You should also "dead head" (remove spent flowers) to encourage more blooms.
Sweet to tend your gram's garden, good luck.
Reply:Drooping plants, curling leaves, and leaves becoming hard are all signs of Underwatering, OR signs of fall, and the plants starting to go dormant. CUL Lou
Reply:i also agree with watering them at night, or early morning before the sun comes out. when you give cold water to plants that are baking in the sun it tends to shock the piss out of the roots, so thats how you water. for the droopiness, make sure to prune (pretty much means cut off) all dead or dying parts of the plant, that is very important, and also CAREFULLY stir up the soil around the plant. anything other that requires going to the store and spending money, like on miracle grow or something. hey didnt say it was gonna be easy, landscaping is long and back breaking work
Reply:Set the sprinkler or soaker and move it every 15 minutes. It takes a while for the water to soak into the ground, and you need to give it enough to moisten enough ground to get to the roots.
You should only need to do it once a day if the weather stays as you have described it. But do it in the evening or it will be like watering your plants with hot water. I don't think you want to cook them just yet.
If all else fails, look for a neighbor whose yard looks nice and ask for help. Gardeners love to be asked for their help as long as you are willing to do the work.
How can i kill weeds naturaly with out damaging soil so i can grow flowers?
I am making a garden and want to know how to pemanitly kill weeds with out hurting the soil, So i can grow a flower garden.
Is there a way?
How can i kill weeds naturaly with out damaging soil so i can grow flowers?
Permanent is impossible. Seeds of weeds can be airborne and they will always be deposited in your yard.
One of the best non-chemical method is to use solar sterilization technique. First, you have to thoroughly water the soil. Then place a clear plastic sheet over the entire area. Seal off the edges of the plastic sheet by burying or tucking them into the soil. Leave alone for a month or two. The seeds of weeds underneath will germinate quickly only to die in the blistering sun by raising temperature that could even kill off molds and bacteria. Most weed seeds will die. But the soil maintains or enhances its organic matter, making it very good for planting flowers.
After the treatment, simply take out the plastic sheet for reuse or recycle. Then you can plant flowers, make sure to place heavy mulch to help minimize colonization of airborne weed seeds from establishing.
Reply:Mulching will do. Put a thick one until they're dead then push them aside and plant your flowers. Leave enough mulching to control weeds from sprouting out.
Reply:Universities in the U.S. strongly recommends the use of plastic sheets to kill off weeds when doing organic farming. It also recycles the organic matter that you would have to pull off should you not use one.
I have used it myself when doing the landscaping of our yard and have very good success. I am growing roses and fruit trees and don't like to use chemicals.
If you don't sterilize the soil for weeds, then you would have big problems with mulches, the weeds will easily grow through them. You will need to kill off the seed bank first before you use any mulching. Also when doing mulching, if you have a hot climate, you will need to reapply mulch every couple of years, but depends upon how thick the mulch and what type of mulch you are using. Mulching will improve soil through time as it decomposes every couple of years. But weeds will grow through them if you have a huge "seed bank".
Reply:Actually plastic is not a good idea, because it will sterilize the soil. I f you want to do it naturally, physical removal by pulling turning or tilling is the only way. The best way to keep it weed free is to add plenty of organic matter to keep your flowers healthy, and to put in a good fine shredded mulch 3-4 inches deep. The seeds still in the soil will generally not make it to the surface of the mulch before dying, and any new seeds that blow in will root in the mulch and can be plucked with two fingers.
Reply:Try undiluted white vinegar.
Works for me.
No such thing as getting rid
of weeds permanently. They reseed.
Just reapply the vinegar......
God Bless...Dixiebell
skates
Is there a way?
How can i kill weeds naturaly with out damaging soil so i can grow flowers?
Permanent is impossible. Seeds of weeds can be airborne and they will always be deposited in your yard.
One of the best non-chemical method is to use solar sterilization technique. First, you have to thoroughly water the soil. Then place a clear plastic sheet over the entire area. Seal off the edges of the plastic sheet by burying or tucking them into the soil. Leave alone for a month or two. The seeds of weeds underneath will germinate quickly only to die in the blistering sun by raising temperature that could even kill off molds and bacteria. Most weed seeds will die. But the soil maintains or enhances its organic matter, making it very good for planting flowers.
After the treatment, simply take out the plastic sheet for reuse or recycle. Then you can plant flowers, make sure to place heavy mulch to help minimize colonization of airborne weed seeds from establishing.
Reply:Mulching will do. Put a thick one until they're dead then push them aside and plant your flowers. Leave enough mulching to control weeds from sprouting out.
Reply:Universities in the U.S. strongly recommends the use of plastic sheets to kill off weeds when doing organic farming. It also recycles the organic matter that you would have to pull off should you not use one.
I have used it myself when doing the landscaping of our yard and have very good success. I am growing roses and fruit trees and don't like to use chemicals.
If you don't sterilize the soil for weeds, then you would have big problems with mulches, the weeds will easily grow through them. You will need to kill off the seed bank first before you use any mulching. Also when doing mulching, if you have a hot climate, you will need to reapply mulch every couple of years, but depends upon how thick the mulch and what type of mulch you are using. Mulching will improve soil through time as it decomposes every couple of years. But weeds will grow through them if you have a huge "seed bank".
Reply:Actually plastic is not a good idea, because it will sterilize the soil. I f you want to do it naturally, physical removal by pulling turning or tilling is the only way. The best way to keep it weed free is to add plenty of organic matter to keep your flowers healthy, and to put in a good fine shredded mulch 3-4 inches deep. The seeds still in the soil will generally not make it to the surface of the mulch before dying, and any new seeds that blow in will root in the mulch and can be plucked with two fingers.
Reply:Try undiluted white vinegar.
Works for me.
No such thing as getting rid
of weeds permanently. They reseed.
Just reapply the vinegar......
God Bless...Dixiebell
skates
How close to my house can I plant flowers?
I want to make a flowerbed right up against my sunroom. Now the sunroom sits on a fairly thick concrete slab, but my Dad thinks that it is not a good idea to create a flower garden there. I think it's fine. Who's right? Any suggestions would be appreciated.
How close to my house can I plant flowers?
As long as the soil does not come above the slab you should be fine. If it does it will cause rising damp.
Reply:i think its a lovly idea but if your unsure call a land scaping place and ask them or a plant shop that sells type of flowers you want my mom always planted flowers in gardens by the house (up next to walls) so i again say how lovley anjoy your flowers
How close to my house can I plant flowers?
As long as the soil does not come above the slab you should be fine. If it does it will cause rising damp.
Reply:i think its a lovly idea but if your unsure call a land scaping place and ask them or a plant shop that sells type of flowers you want my mom always planted flowers in gardens by the house (up next to walls) so i again say how lovley anjoy your flowers
How deep of a trench should I dig next to the house to add a rock garden?
There was an old over grown flower bed when we moved in. I am not good with gardens so I opted for pretty river rock. After I removed the above ground weeds roots and such. I found a dozen or more big tree stumps that had been cut but still were sprouting. After a healthy dig around, I have discovered an intricate series of roots going in every direction. I want to dig up enough of them so they don't grow back. Any good advice would be appreciated. This is my first fixer upper. And lawncare is not my strength.
How deep of a trench should I dig next to the house to add a rock garden?
You only need to go about 4 inches down. Lay down weed barrier fabric, keeps weeds from sprouting and probably your "little tree sprouts" too. Build a border with treated landscape lumber( should prevent the termites) then cover with the rock.
Reply:I am sorry i can't really help you with the garden.
May i suggest you don't dig a trench and put in rocks right next to the house.
Many houses have chemical barriers to prevent termite access , digging the soil out may allow termites through.
In fact the garden should not of been next to the house in the first place.
Invest in a termite inspection and get advice from a good pest controller before disturbing the soil.
I see so many houses with termites which start from gardening.
lol
skin
How deep of a trench should I dig next to the house to add a rock garden?
You only need to go about 4 inches down. Lay down weed barrier fabric, keeps weeds from sprouting and probably your "little tree sprouts" too. Build a border with treated landscape lumber( should prevent the termites) then cover with the rock.
Reply:I am sorry i can't really help you with the garden.
May i suggest you don't dig a trench and put in rocks right next to the house.
Many houses have chemical barriers to prevent termite access , digging the soil out may allow termites through.
In fact the garden should not of been next to the house in the first place.
Invest in a termite inspection and get advice from a good pest controller before disturbing the soil.
I see so many houses with termites which start from gardening.
lol
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.
What are some good perennial plants and flowers that will bloom for about a month during the summer?
I am planning on having a really big flower garden next year. I would like to plant some perennials, but I would want them to last for about a month, more would be better. I have already bought some gladiolis and some other different kinds of mixed bulbs, and these will bloom for about 1-3 monthes. What are some more? Any lillies or anything like that? I don't care which type of perennial, but as long as it is nice.
Ps. I have a packet of snapdragon seeds and a packet of larkspur seeds that i didn't get to plant this year, will they still be good for next year, so i can plant them then? Thanks in advance.
What are some good perennial plants and flowers that will bloom for about a month during the summer?
blackeyed susans
cone flowers
primroses
yarrow
wild geranium
shasta daisies
russian sage
coreopsis
I have had these in my gardens for a couple of years now and they bloom or continue to bloom all summer long. as for your seeds...sorry I can't help with that one, I don't buy flower seeds cuz they never grow for me and I am not that patient...lol
Reply:Stella D'ora daylillie's are the best. Yellow and bloom for months.
Reply:Foxglove, dianthus, sweet william, colombine. All with come back each year larger and spread. Sweet william and colombine you can cultivate the seed from and replant. All flower a long time if kept watered.
Reply:Your seeds should be good next year.
Holly Hocks are beautiful and bloom for several weeks. Day lillies are perennials that last well into the season. If you have space, plant a lilac bush. It doesn't require a lot of water or fertilizer, but does need full sun. Cannas are perennials; they need space and sun as well. Just a few. Hope this helps; good planting.
Nanny Source
Ps. I have a packet of snapdragon seeds and a packet of larkspur seeds that i didn't get to plant this year, will they still be good for next year, so i can plant them then? Thanks in advance.
What are some good perennial plants and flowers that will bloom for about a month during the summer?
blackeyed susans
cone flowers
primroses
yarrow
wild geranium
shasta daisies
russian sage
coreopsis
I have had these in my gardens for a couple of years now and they bloom or continue to bloom all summer long. as for your seeds...sorry I can't help with that one, I don't buy flower seeds cuz they never grow for me and I am not that patient...lol
Reply:Stella D'ora daylillie's are the best. Yellow and bloom for months.
Reply:Foxglove, dianthus, sweet william, colombine. All with come back each year larger and spread. Sweet william and colombine you can cultivate the seed from and replant. All flower a long time if kept watered.
Reply:Your seeds should be good next year.
Holly Hocks are beautiful and bloom for several weeks. Day lillies are perennials that last well into the season. If you have space, plant a lilac bush. It doesn't require a lot of water or fertilizer, but does need full sun. Cannas are perennials; they need space and sun as well. Just a few. Hope this helps; good planting.
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How to transfer flowers that already bloomed into a new garden?(i really dont have a green thumb)?
starting a new garden
How to transfer flowers that already bloomed into a new garden?(i really dont have a green thumb)?
You'll want to prepare the new garden for the plants, then -carefully- dig up the plants. Try to keep the root ball (the big bundle of roots usually right under the plant) as complete as possible. Settle the plant into a hole in the new ground, cover with dirt, and water frequently. If you're careful and keep most of the root ball intact, your plants should be fine. :)
Good luck!
Reply:first off dig the appropriate spaced out holes for each bulb in the new area u'll plant them in. then carefully dig about 4-5 in. below the surface of the plant and be aware of the bulb, try not to hack at it, then lift gently and transfer. after replanted then water them and put fertilizer over the soil.
Reply:Get a nice, healthy rootball when you dig up the flowers. The less you expose the roots, the more likely a successful transplant. There is still that likelihood of shock so if you can wait until the petals fall, you'll do even better transplanting. Good luck! You are on your way to developing a green thumb!
Reply:And here is more information for you:
http://www.ehow.com/how_2068240_transpla...
Happy gardening to you. :o)
Reply:I prepare a hole in the new place, saving the dirt. I take a large shovel and lift the WHOLE plant and gently transfer it to the new home for it and use the soil I've saved to fill the old hole. This may be rather unorthodox but it works.
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Reply:dig them up by the roots carefully and just put them in there knew place make sure you give them water right away after you put them in there knew place.
How to transfer flowers that already bloomed into a new garden?(i really dont have a green thumb)?
You'll want to prepare the new garden for the plants, then -carefully- dig up the plants. Try to keep the root ball (the big bundle of roots usually right under the plant) as complete as possible. Settle the plant into a hole in the new ground, cover with dirt, and water frequently. If you're careful and keep most of the root ball intact, your plants should be fine. :)
Good luck!
Reply:first off dig the appropriate spaced out holes for each bulb in the new area u'll plant them in. then carefully dig about 4-5 in. below the surface of the plant and be aware of the bulb, try not to hack at it, then lift gently and transfer. after replanted then water them and put fertilizer over the soil.
Reply:Get a nice, healthy rootball when you dig up the flowers. The less you expose the roots, the more likely a successful transplant. There is still that likelihood of shock so if you can wait until the petals fall, you'll do even better transplanting. Good luck! You are on your way to developing a green thumb!
Reply:And here is more information for you:
http://www.ehow.com/how_2068240_transpla...
Happy gardening to you. :o)
Reply:I prepare a hole in the new place, saving the dirt. I take a large shovel and lift the WHOLE plant and gently transfer it to the new home for it and use the soil I've saved to fill the old hole. This may be rather unorthodox but it works.
The Muse
Reply:dig them up by the roots carefully and just put them in there knew place make sure you give them water right away after you put them in there knew place.
Something dug two flowering plants out of my garden last night. Left them there,roots intact. There were 2?
nice holes were the plants had been. What kind of animal does this? Have never had it happen before. We do have racoons, possems, foxes, rabbits, deer, squirrels around all the time.
Something dug two flowering plants out of my garden last night. Left them there,roots intact. There were 2?
sounds like an armadillo
they are always in my garden and yard! the hole is big enough for a horse hoof~ maybe a little smaller
If that is what it is-I have no idea how to get rid of it except to have a dog grab it-mine do
good luck
Reply:May be moles or groundhogs If your plants have interferred in their tunnels they will upchuck the plant. At our house if our cat gets mad at us, she digs up our plants to make a statement
Something dug two flowering plants out of my garden last night. Left them there,roots intact. There were 2?
sounds like an armadillo
they are always in my garden and yard! the hole is big enough for a horse hoof~ maybe a little smaller
If that is what it is-I have no idea how to get rid of it except to have a dog grab it-mine do
good luck
Reply:May be moles or groundhogs If your plants have interferred in their tunnels they will upchuck the plant. At our house if our cat gets mad at us, she digs up our plants to make a statement
Is there an online garden?
I want to grow some fruit and vegetables and some flowers -but I don't have a garden, I live in an apartment -plus I don't have alot of time-is there an online garden where I could grow some stuff and work little!
Is there an online garden?
I don't know, but if you find it let me know
Reply:i am not sure, check at www.google.com
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Is there an online garden?
I don't know, but if you find it let me know
Reply:i am not sure, check at www.google.com
Cat poop in my garden what can I do to prevent it?
It must be one stupid cat - we don't have flower beds or anything, the cat is pooping on the actual grass with no attempt to bury it. It's infuriating, I have a young son (2) who plays in my garden and I'm worried about him touching it. I check it every day before he goes out and have to pick up the poop but how can I keep them away?
(I don't even have a cat I hate having to deal with their waste!!!)
Cat poop in my garden what can I do to prevent it?
If it were an issue of health %26amp; safety of my child and a cat - screw the cat !
Get a water pistol or pellet gun (non-lethal) and give it a couple of zaps everytime it enters the garden. But keep it handy and keep it up or it will start over again.
Reply:It may be hedgehog pooh.
Cats normally bury theirs.
Try sprinkling smashed up moth balls around the area.
Someone has already said about orange peelings.
Reply:Sure it's a cat and not a fox? cats wil usually bury it- a water pistol is a good plan if you catch the cat doing it then squirt it throroughly- won't harm it but will deter it from doing it again-
the law says you are not allowed to harm the animal so don't throw anything at it- you could try scoot- it's a gel which is supposed to deter cats, or an ultrasonic device (but my cats just ignore both of those) try putting something like a scare crow up for a bit, something which will make them think twice about your lawn.
Reply:Have cat stuffed and mounted? Nah, just kidding! Hee Hee Hee ~~~~~~ It probably is another animal. If you live in a place where the county or parish has animal control call them to help I.D. the critter. Then it will be easier to find a way to fix the problem.
Reply:put orange peel in your borders
Reply:get your own cat.
I had exactly the same problem til we got one, they are territorial and will keep other cats out but don't poop on their own patch, they go next door. Ours does also uses his litter tray but at least you don't get a nasty surprises!
Reply:put catnip in next doors gardens they will poo in theres
Reply:Putting pepper where they tend to go is supposed to deter them. It is meant to burn the backside of them so as to speak.
Reply:Get a dog to chase the buggers away!!!
Honestly works wonders as my dog keeps away any cats as they can smell her and she can bark and run like mad!!
Reply:They make products just for that. Should be able to find it at any pet store. Or, you could slice up some lemons or oranges and scatter them in your garden. Cats don't like the smell of citrus and will avoid it if possible.
Reply:Go here:
http://www.gardeners.com/Safe+Cat+Deterr...
Reply:Chili or cajun pepper, won't harm plants and keeps away all unwanted critters!
Reply:a sling shot or a 2 x 4! I caught one pooping on my front lawn the other day after i put a new mulch.
Reply:Move to a high rise flat.
Reply:a half full bottle of water, dont know how it works but many people i know use it as a cat deterant
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(I don't even have a cat I hate having to deal with their waste!!!)
Cat poop in my garden what can I do to prevent it?
If it were an issue of health %26amp; safety of my child and a cat - screw the cat !
Get a water pistol or pellet gun (non-lethal) and give it a couple of zaps everytime it enters the garden. But keep it handy and keep it up or it will start over again.
Reply:It may be hedgehog pooh.
Cats normally bury theirs.
Try sprinkling smashed up moth balls around the area.
Someone has already said about orange peelings.
Reply:Sure it's a cat and not a fox? cats wil usually bury it- a water pistol is a good plan if you catch the cat doing it then squirt it throroughly- won't harm it but will deter it from doing it again-
the law says you are not allowed to harm the animal so don't throw anything at it- you could try scoot- it's a gel which is supposed to deter cats, or an ultrasonic device (but my cats just ignore both of those) try putting something like a scare crow up for a bit, something which will make them think twice about your lawn.
Reply:Have cat stuffed and mounted? Nah, just kidding! Hee Hee Hee ~~~~~~ It probably is another animal. If you live in a place where the county or parish has animal control call them to help I.D. the critter. Then it will be easier to find a way to fix the problem.
Reply:put orange peel in your borders
Reply:get your own cat.
I had exactly the same problem til we got one, they are territorial and will keep other cats out but don't poop on their own patch, they go next door. Ours does also uses his litter tray but at least you don't get a nasty surprises!
Reply:put catnip in next doors gardens they will poo in theres
Reply:Putting pepper where they tend to go is supposed to deter them. It is meant to burn the backside of them so as to speak.
Reply:Get a dog to chase the buggers away!!!
Honestly works wonders as my dog keeps away any cats as they can smell her and she can bark and run like mad!!
Reply:They make products just for that. Should be able to find it at any pet store. Or, you could slice up some lemons or oranges and scatter them in your garden. Cats don't like the smell of citrus and will avoid it if possible.
Reply:Go here:
http://www.gardeners.com/Safe+Cat+Deterr...
Reply:Chili or cajun pepper, won't harm plants and keeps away all unwanted critters!
Reply:a sling shot or a 2 x 4! I caught one pooping on my front lawn the other day after i put a new mulch.
Reply:Move to a high rise flat.
Reply:a half full bottle of water, dont know how it works but many people i know use it as a cat deterant
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