Author: belly
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I will be teaching a class on Indoor Growing Using Hydroponics at the Grandview Heights Public Library on Thursday November 6th @ 6:30pm. We will discuss the basics of hydroponics, what type of systems are out there, and what varieties of fruit, vegetable, and herbs you can grow indoors at home. The event is free…
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There’s no shortage of modern garden ideas. Inspiration for outdoor spaces is all around us — and we’re grateful for it. The hardest part is deciding which design route to pick. If you’re considering some new backyard ideas for the summer and are yet to decide on a plan, our garden designers and landscape experts…
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We’ve almost hit summer, and there couldn’t be a better time to brainstorm some showstopping flower bed ideas. Designing a flower bed should always be fun, and whether you’re working with small garden ideas or fully-fledged garden border ideas, there’s plenty of room for creativity. You might stick to traditional bedding plants for a classic…
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David Maxwell from BBC Radio Ulster’s Gardeners’ Corner on why everyone can be a gardener this spring… You see I think we are all gardeners really – it’s in our DNA. I mean who doesn’t love beautiful flowers, tasty fresh fruit and veg or the cheery birdsong of a spring morning. The fresh green growth…
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Steeped in architectural romance, draped in feathered green foliage, and complete with grounding earthen design features, Greek gardens are incredibly stunning and worth lounging in on vacation. But who’s to say you can’t return with inspiration to spruce up your own garden? I can’t imagine a more fitting summer transformation for a backyard. But if…
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If you live in a warm climate, you’ll naturally have more and different planting options to enjoy in a winter garden. As ever, the temptation is to add more flowering plants. While always lovely, there is so much more you can do to create a full, but still seasonal, mix. Some of the best design…
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Japanese garden ideas shouldn’t be overlooked when planning an outdoor space. Instead of billowing borders and brightly coloured annuals, this type of design offers a simpler, more soothing feel. They tend to maintain their appeal throughout the seasons, too, and the style can be applied to small, urban gardens as well as larger plots. Calm,…
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It’s finally summer, and if you’re keen to spend as much time outdoors as possible, a few garden shade ideas are in order. The perfect way to complement your carefully curated garden furniture ideas? Add shelter with a sail shade, parasol, or even a pergola laced with beautiful climbing plants. There are countless ways you…
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The right garden decor ideas will transform your patio, courtyard, or backyard into an inviting outdoor sanctuary. Just as smart and stylish interior design can lift your indoor rooms, the same care and curation should be given to your outdoor areas. “We believe your home doesn’t end at the back door,” says Chris Fenmore, principal…
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For many of us a garden room is the dream, allowing us to extend our living space outdoors and create a sanctuary where we can relax and unwind. A garden room tends to be one of the biggest outlays, so you’ll need our garden room ideas to inspire you in your search for the right…