First things first: you'll want to choose a place (or places) where your plants will have access to plenty of water and sunlight. Good soil drainage is a must. "You don't want to make a flower bed or ...

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FARGO — What did the young plant say to the old plant during a disagreement? OK, bloomer. In the world of plants, perennial flowers are enjoying the same upswing in popularity as houseplants and ...

When you set out to have a bright, colorful flower bed in your yard, the last thing you want is to to be distracted by bare spots disrupting the flow of otherwise abundant planting, creating an ...

As spring approaches, like me, most gardeners are already envisioning a beautiful landscape. For many, the flower bed is the one garden element that serves as the highlight of the landscape. Now is ...

Garden boss Chris Bonnett from GardeningExpress has provided his top tips for designing a flower bed and incorporating more blooms into your garden. The 2025 RHS Chelsea Flower Show will feature ...

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Richardson & Associates Landscape Architecture They're bright and beautiful — flowers ...

A private garden need only please its owner; after all, taste is very individual. But while beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, there are some basic garden design principles to keep in mind. An ...

You don't have to wait for your ugly old stump to rot away, because it's easy to cover up a tree stump and turn it into a raised garden bed. Here's how.

It's time for the fun to begin. The danger of frost is pretty much passed. Grab your gloves and shovels and let's get started. Annual flower beds are just what they sound like — annual. Every year is ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. Haley ...