HILL GARDENS - Garden Guide
US Flag History
For nearly 230 years, the American flag has been the symbol of the nations strength and unity and freedom; it is frequently called the stars and stripes or old glory.The American flag has been a source of pride and...
Low Maintenance Gardening Does Not Mean Boring Gardening
Low maintenance gardens need not look like the bare type, not many plants, lots of rocks, paving, gravel etc. You can have a beautiful garden following a few principles. Choice of plants, type of plants, garden layout,...
Bonsai Trees
What are Bonsai trees? Many people think of tiny little Japanese trees cut and pruned to a miniature size but literally speaking Bonsai means plant in a tray and while they are smaller than their wild counterparts they...
How to Build Fences
A fence can be useful for several things like privacy, weather barrier, and containment for children or just for decoration. Your imagination is the only thing thats limit the design. You can get some good ideas when you are...
Three Essential Tips In Caring For Bamboo
Caring for bamboo is not a tough experience once the plant has become established. It's in the initial stages that some well worn rules need to be followed to ensure your plant survives.Caring For Bamboo PlantsIn recent years,...
How To Plant And Care For Geraniums
Geraniums have long been a popular plant for both outdoor and indoor use.The common geranium can be grown in beds or containers and will do well in either. The ivy leafed geranium is a natural for hanging planters. The Regal or...
Using Landscaping Stones to Brighten up the Garden
When it comes to landscaping your garden, stones do frequently make a great addition and they come in a variety of different sizes and colors to suit every gardeners needs. You can make pretty features, use them as stepping...
Your Garden - Start With The Basics
What started out of a basic need, many ages ago, developed into what was possibly the first recreational activity known to man, gardening. Today it has many forms, such as a hobby in the form of recreational gardening;...
The Ingenuity of Fire Pits: Tips on Buying, Use, and Safety Precautions
I know youve already felt it: a cool settling into the summer night and the dimming of our trusty blue sky coming earlier and earlier. With summer too quickly reaching a close and cool Autumn on its way, its time to spark...
Mistakes When Planting Or Transplanting
We can plant too early. Remember those beautiful warm March or April days when we are tempted to go out and start our gardens? Why not, the stores already have the plants for us to transfer so it must be time. Early planting...
Spring Wild Flowers
Wildflowers are flowers that grow in the wild, undisturbed by human intrusion. These flowering plants are commonly annuals or perennials. Many of the spring wildflowers are weeds with attractive flowers. Blooming in a variety...
Selecting The Right Garden Fountain To Transform Your Outdoor Living
Spring is here! For many people, that means it is time to get their gardens ready for growing season. Time to plant seeds, bury bulbs and sit back to watch their handiwork sprout. But gardens are not just plants and...
Bring on the Margaritas - Growing Container Citrus Indoors and Outdoors
Even if you do not live in Florida or California and have less than suitable conditions or space is an issue you can still enjoy citrus trees - grow them in containers for use outdoors on the patio or as a houseplant.If you are...
A Guide To Vines And How To Vine Beauty With Your Garden
If you find yourself bored with the usual assortment of flowers and shrubs in your latest landscape design, maybe its time to do a little experimenting by adding VINES to your garden.Advantages of Having Vines In Your...
Patio Water Features
Fountains and garden ponds were once only seen in parks, stately homes, or homes of wealthy families. Today, we can all enjoy the tranquility of water even if our "yards" are limited to a patio or balcony.Adding water to your...
The Great History of Roses
It was roses, roses all the way.- Robert Browning What's in a name? That which we call a rose; By any other name would smell as sweet. - William Shakespeare, Romeo and Juliet, Act 2 scene 2
Botanical Prints for Scientific Research and Collecting
Botanical prints have a wonderful dual purpose: they are lovely aesthetic pieces, akin to fine art, but also have the meticulous detail necessary for science.Botanical prints frequently reflect the preoccupations of society...
Annuals and Tropicals Make Gardens Interesting
Most of us know the difference between annuals and perennials. Perennials either grow all year round or they come back every year, while annuals germinate, grow, and die all in one season. Perhaps less familiar are the plants...
Viburnum Summer Snowflake
A Repeat Blooming Doublefile ViburnumRepeat blooming plants are the hottest plants for gardening today - and for good reason. Whether it is hydrangeas, daylilies or iris, with today's smaller gardens, the desire is for more...
Everything You Need To Know About Sago Palm Care
Sago palm care is essential in order to give it the best possible chance to grow and look beautiful in any garden. It adds a touch of sophistication and gives it a tropical look that can be treasured for years to come.A lot of...