Special Gardens
What are special gardens? These are gardens with something specific in mind. Here you will find tips for the special needs gardener, gardening with children and those just starting out. In addition, you will learn more about growing specific types of gardens like xeriscape designs, color themes, seaside gardens, organic gardening, urban gardening and using containers in the garden. From how to design them to their overall care, these special gardens have something for everyone. So, if you’re looking for something specific, it’s likely here.
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Special Gardens
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Downspout Garden Planters – Plant A Rain Gutter Container Garden
A downspout planter box acts like a small rain garden and makes the area around a downspout more attractive. Click here for planter ideas.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Indoor Farming Ideas – Tips For Farming Inside Your Home
Indoor agriculture is a growing trend. Growing food inside conserves resources and allows for year-round growth. Find ideas here.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Vertical Farming How To: Starting A Vertical Farm In Your House
Starting a vertical farm at home can provide fresh veggies year-round. Click here to learn more about starting an indoor vertical farm.
By Laura Miller
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Fish Tank Herb Garden – Growing Herbs In An Old Aquarium
If you have an empty aquarium taking up space in your basement or garage, put it to use by turning it into an aquarium herb garden. Learn more here.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Planting On Walls: How To Create Outdoor Wall Gardens
Planting on walls is one way to garden upward; it's a good use of an already-existing structure and there are tons of ways to make it really pop.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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How To Create A Secret Garden In Your Own Backyard
You don’t need a large space to create a secret garden for respite, solace and magical fun. Read on to learn more.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Tickle Me Houseplant - How To Make A Tickle Me Plant Grow
It's not a bird or a plane but it is sure fun to grow. The tickle me plant goes by many names but all can agree that it's a must-have in the home, especially if you have kids. Find out more here.
By Nikki Tilley
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What Is A Memory Garden: Gardens For People With Alzheimer’s And Dementia
People with dementia or Alzheimer's disease will glean a host of positive experiences from participating in the garden. Designing a memory garden allows them to enjoy exercise and fresh air as well as stimulate the senses. Learn more in this article.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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What Is A Forest Garden – Learn About Edible Forest Garden Plants
A forest garden isn't exactly a forest, and it isn't quite an orchard or a vegetable garden. Rather, a forest garden is a planting method that takes advantage of beneficial relationships between plants. Learn about planting an edible forest garden here.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Using Cold Frames In The Garden: Learn How To Use A Cold Frame
Greenhouses are fantastic but can be quite pricey. The solution: a cold frame (often called the "poor man's greenhouse"). Gardening with cold frames is nothing new; they've been around for generations. They have a number of uses and you can learn more here.
By Amy Grant
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Grow Heirloom Seeds From Monticello And Mount Vernon
For Presidents' Day, plant some heirloom seeds from the gardens of historic Monticello and Mt. Vernon.
By Laura Miller
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Tropical Shade Gardening Ideas – How To Create A Tropical Shade Garden
If your dream is to create a lush, jungle-like garden filled with exotic, shade-loving tropical plants, don't give up on the idea. Even if your shady garden is many miles away from the tropics, you can still create the feeling of a tropical garden. Learn more here.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Perennials For Hell Strips: Choosing Perennial Plants For Hell Strip Planting
A hell strip is that forlorn strip between the sidewalk and the street. With a little advance planning and a careful choice of hell strip perennial plants, you can turn the hell strip into an urban oasis. Click here for examples of suitable perennials for hell strips.
By Mary H. Dyer
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A Garden In The Night: Ideas For A Moon Garden
Moon gardening at night is a great way to enjoy white or light-colored, night-blooming plants, in addition to the intoxicating aromas. Read this article to get ideas for a moon garden.
By Nikki Tilley
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Storybook Garden Tips For Kids: How To Create An Alice In Wonderland Garden
Whether you're a big kid or have children of your own, creating an Alice in Wonderland garden is a fun, whimsical way to landscape the garden. If unsure about how to create an Alice in Wonderland garden begin by clicking this article for help.
By Amy Grant
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Types Of Theme Gardens: Learn About Garden Themed Landscaping
You're probably familiar with theme gardens such as Japanese gardens, Chinese gardens, desert gardens, wildlife gardens, or butterfly gardens. Types of theme gardens vary widely, and you're limited only by your imagination. Click here to learn more.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Creating Ghostly Gardens: Ghost-Like Plants For A Spooky Garden
Creating ghostly gardens doesn't have to be just a Halloween gag, but can be incorporated as a permanent part of the landscape, reminding us of our place in the cycle of life while also adding a fun, exciting note of the macabre. Click here to learn more.
By Bonnie L. Grant