This week, let's explore the classic beauty of English gardens, learn how to use traditional design elements like gates and mixed borders, and discover the essential plants that bring them to life. Plus, you'll find 20 award-winning plants for your garden, info on growing gorgeous climbing roses, and practical advice on keeping bunnies from having lunch in your garden. You also might get inspired to try something new with 10 creative spring garden ideas. Though the terms “English garden” and “cottage garden” are often used inter-changeably, the big difference is in the history—early English gardens were expansive and formal, created by the noble class, while cottage gardens were their smaller, functional counterparts. Design elements for an English garden include gates for transitions between garden rooms (pictured), hardscaping, roses, repetition, pathways, roses, layered mixed borders, roses, and more (oh, and did we mention roses?). See 16 design elements to try in your own garden. Design by Daniel Shea. Photo by Elliot Hook. Plants & Flowers for an English Garden Create a quintessential English garden with these 14 must-have plants. From elegant roses to fragrant lavender, you can bring a touch of English charm to your own garden. Pictured: Happy Jack® Purple clematis, Rise Up® Ringo climbing rose, and 'Mars Magic' hollyhock, from Proven Winners. Doubly Dazzling: The National Garden Bureau and Flowerbulbs.com have declared Lilies as the bulb of the year, solidifying these blossoms' status as the height of horticultural excellence. Introducing lilies into the garden is a surefire way to elevate its charm and allure. Renowned for their enchanting colors and timeless elegance, lilies will effortlessly become the focal point of your outdoor living space. Visit FlowerBulb.eu for inspiration! 🏵️ Bonus: Leave a comment on our 4/24 Instagram post to be entered to win $100 in flower bulbs—winner picked on Monday 4/29! 20 Must-Have Plants for Your Garden Discover gardening success with these celebrated favorites, like the resilient Truffula™ Pink globe amaranth (pictured). Each has been tested in plant trials across North America and came out at the top of their class—winning over 8,000 awards in just over 10 years! Add award-winning beauty to your garden this season and find out why they’re beloved by gardeners everywhere. Shop now—or take your wish list to your local garden center! Learn how to select, plant, and care for enchanting climbing roses to ensure a garden draped in beauty all season long. Whether you're dressing up arbors or embellishing walls, these roses add a fragrant and colorful flourish to any garden space. Pictured: Rise Up Emberays® from Proven Winners. How to Keep Rabbits Out of Your Garden If bunnies are treating your garden like an all-you-can-eat buffet, these 9 tips will help send them on their way—safely. You'll also learn what plants rabbits aren't particularly fond of. Or, as one Instagram follower suggests, grow a plot of sacrificial plants specifically for them to munch on, far away from your usual spots. Sounds like a win-win to me! Looking for ways to get your spring on? We’ve got you covered. Find 10 inspiring ideas and garden activities, like creating a backyard retreat, incorporating color and veggies, and even bringing spring inside. What are you waiting for? Photo by: Saxon Holt. See that Supertunia Vista® Jazzberry® pictured below? I just planted a bunch of them in an island bed and can't wait for them to fill in and brighten up the front yard. I think it's the thing I'm most looking forward to in my garden this year (at least so far). Do you have a certain area of your garden or a plant that you just can't wait to see at its peak? Happy gardening! Did you enjoy this newsletter? Forward it to a friend Not currently receiving this weekly newsletter? Subscribe here! No images? Click here for a web version of this email. |