Incorporating raised beds into your garden is one way to keep things neat and tidy. It’s also a great way to increase accessibility and make a design statement. That may be one of the reasons why so many gardeners love raised beds: they bring a sense of harmony and order …

Pleasant-looking garden steps help to inspire good mood and a positive attitude. Traditionally, garden steps are decorated with pure stones, for example several bricks. However, with modernization comes new ideas and unique designs. This attractive improvement in yard step decoration is progressing as traditional outdoor steps made only of stones …

Houseplants have become a staple in most homes in recent years, and for good reason: they add a touch of green, filter the air, and make a unique-looking (and vibrant) piece of decor. However, if you want to grow houseplants that are different from the rest, you should turn to …

(Image credit: Future PLC/Simon Burt) Jump to category: FAQs By Tamara Kelly last updated 14 May 2024 Contributions from Jullia Joson, Ellis Cochrane There’s nothing that quite says summer than indulging in the longer nights the season has to offer, which is why opting for the right garden lighting ideas …

When to plant clematis Clematis thrive in full sun – at least 6 hours a day for good flowering. However, the sensitive roots cannot withstand the heat; keep plant roots moist and cool with compost, low-growing plants and ground covers. Soil must be loose, well-draining with a neural pH. Before …

The Aglaonema Chinese Evergreen is a popular houseplant. It belongs to the Araceae family and is native to New Guinea and tropical Asian regions. They are easy plants to grow and maintain. This is because her growth requirements are simple. Aglanoemas are known for their distinctive foliage. Unlike the traditional …

Coleus can easily be started from seed indoors about 10 weeks before the last frost date in your region. GROWING Set out the plants after all risk of frost has passed. Choose a location that is protected from wind. Coleus stems break off easily. Coleus needs well-draining soil. Water the …

So the days are getting shorter and the temperature is dropping, and you’ve been watching your brightly beautiful and happy Caladium slowly wither and die. You watered carefully and made sure the plant had enough light and fertilizer. So what did you do wrong? Nothing! If temperatures fall below 15 …

Succulents fall into many different genera and come from many parts of the world. What unites them is their ability to withstand long periods without water. Many succulents are native to dry, arid areas, including deserts, where rainfall is scarce. As such, they require very little watering and are suitable …

My first two raised beds were your standard rectangles anchored with 2×4’s. My husband and I found the plan online. He surprised me by building it over a weekend while I was away. They may have been simple, but they taught me all the benefits of gardening in raised beds. …