Tag: Garden
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If you have limited space or less time for watering and maintenance, growing a small crop of edibles in containers is a great way to experience vegetable gardening without the space or time commitment. Even better, plant and seed companies are creating more and more options for small space gardening with peppers, tomatoes, berries and…
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The house was purchased as a construction kit from Brzeg in Poland (Brieg in Germany at the time). It was a gift to Bergen Museum from C. Mohr, a well known merchant in those days. The plan for the construction and its plant exhibitions was made by the director of the museum, J. Brunchorst, and…
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A climbing hydrangea and pots of ferns and herbs soften the north-facing courtyard garden in this Spitalfields townhouse. The woodwork is in ‘Grate Black’ from Farrow & Ball. Christopher Horwood First things first when talking about container gardens is to answer the burning question many people might have: what exactly is a container garden? It…
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There’s no denying that gardening is an occupation that throws up a lot of questions, but garden design apps can help. Whether you’re new to it or a seasoned, green fingered pro, big projects like landscaping or planning a garden from scratch need a lot of information along the way (which a garden designer can…
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1 Assemble a Wheelbarrow Garden Cavan Images//Getty Images Perfect for tight spaces, this creative idea allows you to plant in a portable and rustic container. With minimal effort, you’ll add a unique touch of greenery to any corner of your outdoor space—and can easily move it around as needed. SHOP WHEELBARROWS 2 Put Pots on…
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THE Martha Cove Community Garden has unveiled a brand-new greenhouse, marking an exciting milestone for the thriving group. The official opening on 7 November was attended by Gary Andersen from Somerville-based greenhouse supplier Winter Gardenz, Mornington Peninsula Shire councillor Patrick Binyon, along with Martha Cove Community Garden president Ron Morgan and committee members David U’ren…
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The Japanese have had a tradition for creating gardens since ancient times, that capture the natural landscape. The gardens combine the basic elements of plants, water and rocks with simple, clean lines to create a spiritual haven, which in times of war and strife was the only place they found peace. Gardening expert and author…
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Hoping to design a fresh layout for your garden? You’ll need to get familiar with some of the best garden planning tools on the internet. Even the simplest garden layout ideas can be helped along with the right planning aids, and a lot of them are free – so whether you’re planning a small garden…
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When the hottest days of summer hit, many container garden plants slow down on making flowers and fresh foliage even if you keep up with watering. Beat the heat by filling your containers with these colorful plants that thrive as temperatures rise. Most are from warm places around the world, so are often grown as…