Garden Spaces
Garden space design depends on many things. How large is your space? What types of plants do you have in mind? What garden space layout will work best for your situation? Whether it’s space saving gardens for small areas or a grand garden design, you’ll find what you’re looking here. Creative garden spaces are possible for everyone. Learn how to garden in small spaces, large spaces and all spaces. Designing a garden space for your needs is easy, so browse through the following articles, as you’re sure to find something to fit the space you need.
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Double Your Growing Space with These 6 High-Low Showstoppers – For Harmony, Crops and Small Yard BeautyGrowing space in June is in high demand – so why not think both ways with your vertical growing? These clever high-low plant pairings make the most of every inch, so you can double your growing wins
By Tyler Schuster
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Think Nothing Will Grow Under Your Deck? These 6 Easy Shade-Loving Plants Thrive in the ‘Dead Zone’Decks give us versatility, focus, and extra planting surfaces, but how many of us are taking advantage of the space underneath? If you’ve never thought you could plant anything in the dead zone, these 6 gorgeous perennials might inspire you
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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6 Plants to Add to Your Beauty Routine to Give Yourself a Garden Glow-UpMake this the year of the “garden glow up” with these 6 key beauty care plants – proof that your backyard is the ultimate beauty counter for a natural glow
By Teo Spengler
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Fairy Garden Ideas: How to Make a Magical Miniature Sanctuary in Your GardenCreate an enchanted miniature world with these fairy garden ideas and expert tips from author Betty Earl.
By Heather Rhoades
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How to Grow Your Own Wedding Flowers: 10 Easy Blooms for a Romantic DIY Bridal BouquetThinking of growing your own wedding flowers? Our guide covers how to plant, care for, and cut the perfect DIY bridal bouquet, plus the best flowers to grow.
By Liz Baessler
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Create A Food Forest: Sustainable, Natural & Edible Landscaping For Your Health And the Planet'sA food forest layers different sized trees, shrubs, and all kinds of edibles in a symbiotic natural setting. It is the perfect sustainable foodscape.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Black Magic: Try These 8 Dark Flowering Plants For A Black Flower Garden Filled With DramaDark flowers add impact, drama, intensity and sophistication to yards and patios. Create your own black flower garden with some of these floral black beauties
By Tonya Barnett
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How To Create A Layered Garden – Landscape Design Principles For Every GardenerA layered garden will take your landscape to the next level. For both vertical and horizontal eye appeal, as well as seasonal interest, try this method.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Easy Vertical Gardening Hacks For Beginners: Why You Should Grow Up, And 3 Ways To Do It!If you’re short on space or keen to make the most of every inch, vertical gardening is the way to grow. We explain how to plan & plant up with three easy building methods
By Teo Spengler
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Downsizing Your Garden: How To Simplify Your Landscape Without Sacrificing BeautyGracefully downsizing your garden requires some forethought and maybe even some outside help, but it can be made easier with some practical tips.
By Teo Spengler
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Make An Easy Garden Hideaway On A Budget: 10 Small Backyard Oasis IdeasYou might not have the biggest garden, but that doesn’t mean you can’t quickly create a lovely, low-maintenance sanctuary. Try these small backyard oasis ideas
By Tonya Barnett
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Quick and Easy Ideas For Backyard Landscaping: 10 Simple Shortcuts To Backyard BeautyBackyard beauty doesn’t have to be a hassle. Try these easy ideas for backyard landscaping to bring a quick burst of ingenuity to the smallest spaces
By Tonya Barnett
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Best Sound Barrier Plants To Block The Noise From Busy RoadsEnjoy a little more peace and quiet by using plants as sound barriers around your home for noise-blocking the din of traffic.
By Jackie Carroll
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Clever Vertical Vegetable Garden Ideas For Small Spaces – 7 Ways To Save SpaceShort on garden space? Learn some vegetable garden ideas for small spaces that are fun and easy.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Bioswale Vs. Rain Garden - Know The DifferenceBioswales are an ingenious and environmentally friendly way to deal with water runoff. But they're not quite rain gardens. Learn more here.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Grow An Outdoor Green Wall
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Maximalist Garden Ideas That Make A Huge ImpactMaximalism in the garden can create a dramatic and fascinating ambience, blending sizes, textures and colors.
By Mary Ellen Ellis

