Tag: Ideas
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Often, we can only enjoy our favorite flowers, veggies, and herbs for a few months out of the year. However, greenhouses can create a bountiful garden year-round, keeping seedlings cool in the summer and warm in the winter. There are a wide variety of greenhouse options, from farmhouse-style A-frames to modern geodesic domes. A bonus?…
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Laura Hill is the Homes Ecommerce Editor for House Beautiful and Country Living, covering the latest shopping trends, budget interior buys and new homeware collections. Since 2016, Laura has written extensively across the home, DIY, garden, retail and property sectors, covering the latest product launches from big brands like John Lewis, Habitat and Dunelm. Her…
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Gardening in a small space doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice style or productivity. Whether you’re working with a compact backyard, a tiny balcony, or a corner of your patio, raised garden beds are a great way to maximize space and grow your favorite herbs, vegetables, and flowers. From clever DIY solutions to simple space-saving…
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Deciding on desert landscaping ideas can appear daunting at first but, be reassured there are plenty of inspiring plant combinations, head-turning looks and design choices you can utilize to transform a hot, dusty yard. While there may not be as many floriferous and colorful blooms to include, there are plenty of striking plant shapes, mesmerizing…
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“It’s a myth that small gardens need small plants,” says Gina Taylor, of East London Garden Design. “Something bold and architectural —like Fatsia japonica or Dicksonia antarctica (soft tree fern) can actually make the space feel more grounded and generous.” The same goes with pots: fewer in larger sizes will make the garden look considered…
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Often, an ‘out of sight, out of mind’ mentality applies when it comes to our side yards. They tend to be long and thin, and sometimes shady, which can make things feel daunting when it comes to design. However, there are ways to turn these unassuming areas into practical, pretty, and even playful zones, that…
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There’s no shortage of container garden ideas – even the tiniest spaces can be brought to life with a clever pot-planting scheme. In fact, many of the best small garden ideas involve some form of container growing. They’re a great way to liven up your patio ideas, or refresh a courtyard or balcony. Whether you’re…
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1 Create an Herb Garden Planter There’s nothing better than cooking with herbs right from your own garden—and now, you can do it all year long. Thanks to this clever setup from bloggers Alice and Louis, you can grow herbs outdoors during the warmer months and easily transition them indoors once the temperature dips. Get…
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When you’re ready to ramp up your home’s curb appeal, give the front door a fresh coat of paint, pressure-wash that stained driveway, install a new mailbox–and don’t forget about the plants. Upgrading your front yard with colorful flower beds and fast-growing trees and shrubs makes your entire home more attractive and inviting. Here, see…
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Gardening on a slope can be a daunting task due to the challenges of navigation and potential soil erosion. Stabilizing your hillside with contour rows, terraces, or raised beds can prevent water runoff and maintain soil integrity. Despite the difficulties, hillsides offer unique benefits like a built-in view and the opportunity to create visually dynamic…