Tag: Spaces
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One of the books that I treasure most is an Edwardian edition of The Encyclopedia of Gardening by T. W. Sanders. It’s not a rare book, and my copy is badly battered, but I value it as a document of a time when British gardeners regularly performed miracles of cultivation under glass. It’s made even…
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This Front Yard Flower Garden Plan is designed to bring instant charm—and long-term curb appeal—to smaller landscapes. This design features a 3‑foot‑deep border along the house, blending flowering shrubs, hardy, reliable perennials, and cheerful bulbs for season‑long color. With a path leading to your door and shrubs near the curb to frame the view, this…
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Whether you need some inspiration on how to redesign your garden or have just moved into a new place with a blank canvas, choosing a cohesive theme can really help you create an impressive outdoor space. With all the garden trends that come and go, it can be hard to settle on just one you…
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By Rosanna Spence | Published – 28 Jul 2023 Life is all about duality. Good and bad, yin and yang, and – when it comes to our gardens – light and dark. Whether you’re a sun seeker or a shade dweller, it’s likely that your property will experience a mix of the two. My…
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Don’t let being in a city or the size of your garden (or not having one) prevent you from starting your own vegetable patch or garden. Whether your garden is inside or outside, big or small, or maybe you’re just curious about a future green space, there will be a guide on this list perfect…
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No need to let tight quarters prevent you from planting the garden of your dreams. Vertical gardening is the key. These vertically-growing perennials, annuals, shrubs, and trees maximize gardening space by growing upwards, not outwards. ‘Globemaster’ Allium Credit: Peter Krumhardt ‘Globemaster’ allium never fails to capture attention with its big and boisterous flower heads. The…
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1 Drape Herbs From the Shed A Beautiful Mess 2 ID Herbs With Spoons Bless’er House If you’ve already figured out a spot for your herb garden, try getting creative with labels. This blogger used wooden spoons as garden markers for her herbs, giving her planter a charming look. See more at Bless’er House »…
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“Necessity is the mother of invention,” and this saying is particularly true when it comes to urban garden ideas. When faced with small outside spaces, garden designers have to work smart to get these petite plots to work. Consequently, they have bags of inspiration and creative ways to overcome the challenges. So if you’re unsure…
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Climbers can be transformative in a garden setting. Whether you have a small, shady balcony or a south-facing tiny terrace, some of the best climbers to grow in pots can be used to great effect, making the most of vertical surfaces and thereby creating a green, living backdrop. As a former professional gardener, I have…
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Most modern homes, if they have outside space at all, have a compact square or rectangular plot. Yet this doesn’t have to be boring. Landscape designers have plenty of garden corner ideas to make the best use of these awkward spots and bring beauty and balance to your yard. Traditionally, a garden with four right…