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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DIY Backyard Biergarten
An outdoor beer garden, or biergarten, is a great place to relax and enjoy a cool drink. Here are some tips.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Grow A Groovy 1970s Garden Indoors Or Outdoors
Whether or not you were gardening in the 70s, you may enjoy some groovy retro ideas. Click to learn more about 1970s garden styles.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Grow An Outdoor Green Wall
A green wall is great for cooling and filtering the air and providing respite from the city. Click to learn how to grow a living plant wall.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Plant A Privacy Screen - Plants That Grow Fast For Privacy
Sometimes, you have to plant a privacy screen fast. You have many options available to you if you are wondering what to what to plant for privacy. This article can help with that.
By Heather Rhoades
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What Is A Sunken Garden Bed: Tips For Creating Sunken Gardens
Looking for a great way to conserve water while having something a little different? Sunken garden designs can make this possible. For more information on creating sunken gardens, read this article.
By Nikki Tilley
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Relaxing Garden Ideas For A Serene Outdoor Sanctuary
Click here to read tips for a serene, peaceful garden and some plant suggestions for creating a relaxing space.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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DIY Moon Gate Ideas To Create A Peaceful Outdoor Space
Add a moon gate to your outdoor garden and enjoy the magical quality it brings to your space. A great DIY project.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Growing Alpine Plants: How To Use Alpine Garden Plants
Growing alpine plants is a great way to fill difficult areas with unusual foliage and blooms. Get information on these plants and where to grow them in this article. Click here to learn more.
By Becca Badgett
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Putting A Hot Tub In A Greenhouse
Read the pros and cons of installing a hot tub inside your greenhouse for a ready-made spa.
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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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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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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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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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
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Importance of Botanical Gardens In Plant Conservation
Botanical gardens play a huge role in conservation and research as well as providing an amazing experience.
By Amy Grant
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What Is Dogscaping: Tips On Designing A Landscape For Dogs
If you are an avid gardener and you have a dog, then you know what it is like trying to develop and maintain a backyard. We love our dogs, but the negative impact they have on the garden can be so discouraging. Learn more about dogscaping here.
By Karen Boness