Gardens not only make us happy, but the fruits and vegetables we grow and the exercise we get while caring for them keeps us healthy. So keep yourself—and your garden—happy and healthy with fast-growing plants and fertilizing tips, dress it up with some beautiful vines, learn 7 ways to create a garden to explore, and more. Enjoy!
If you're wanting to add a colorful vine to your garden this year, clematis could be the answer—and now is the time to plant it. Clematis comes in a range of colors and flower shapes, as well as varieties that bloom early, mid-, and late-season. Learn more about the queen of climbers and pick one (or two!) for your garden. Pictured: Happy Jack® Purple Clematis. Photo by: Proven Winners.
When designers were challenged to create a garden for a restored 1700s colonial farmhouse, they wanted to design useful new spaces and pathways that not only blended into the surrounding landscape, but also encouraged exploration. Photo by: Karl Miller.
Containers aren't just for ornamental plants and flowers. It's also possible to grow a wide range of vegetables in pots, either by themselves or combined with ornamental plants—perfect for a balcony garden, patio, or small space. Discover 10 popular veggies that grow well in containers, along with container vegetable gardening basics.
If you need something to brighten up your garden fast, these quick-growing annuals, perennials and shrubs are here to save the day. See 40 choices (plus many have multiple colors) that will give your garden a jump-start! Pictured: Suncredible® Yellow sunflower, Sonic Bloom® Pink reblooming weigela, and 'Cat's Pajamas' catmint. Photos by: Proven Winners.
Plants sometimes need a little help to be their healthiest (don't we all?). So, if you've got questions about the different types of fertilizer, what nutrients plants need and why, or how and when to fertilize (hint: early spring), we've got the answers!
How to Keep Rabbits Out of Your Garden
If Peter Cottontail overstays his welcome this weekend, discover 9 tips to send him on his way—safely. Also, learn what to plant to keep him and his little bunny buddies from becoming regular visitors.
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Happy Gardening!
-Linda
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