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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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
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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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Eco-Friendly Insect Spray: Using Natural Pest Control Sprays In The Garden
Eco-friendly practices can sometimes leave ourselves, our loved ones, or our gardens vulnerable to harmful pests. Click this article to learn about using and making effective environmentally friendly bug sprays for people and plants.
By Darcy Larum
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Ideas For Broken Pot Planters – Tips On Making Cracked Pot Gardens
Don't throw out that broken pot. It might make an unusual and beautiful planter for a cracked pot garden.
By Liz Baessler
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Planting Shoe Organizer Gardens: Tips On Vertical Gardening In A Shoe Organizer
Are you a crafter who loves everything DIY? Or perhaps you're a frustrated gardener living in an apartment with little outdoor space? This idea is perfect for either of you: gardening with vertical planters. Click here to learn more.
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
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How Do I Start A Garden Club: Tips On Starting A Garden Club
You love to putter about in your garden but it's even more fun when you're part of a group of passionate gardeners who unite to trade information, swap stories, and give each other a hand. Why not think about starting a garden club? Get started here.
By Teo Spengler
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Grow A Recycled Garden With Kids: Recycled Planters For Kids To Make
Growing a children's recycled garden is a fun and environmentally friendly family project. Click here for ideas on recycling with kids.
By Laura Miller
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Flea Market Gardening: How To Turn Junk Into Garden Décor
One man’s trash is another man’s treasure” and, for some gardeners, this statement couldn't be truer. Click here for creating junk gardens.
By Tonya Barnett
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Animal Footprint Molds: Making Animal Track Casts With Kids
An animal track cast activity with kids is easy, gets the family outside, and a great teaching opportunity. Learn more here.
By Amy Grant
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Winter Patio Plants - Growing Outdoor Winter Containers
Livening up the patio is a great way to fight winter blues. Once you have the right plants, it’s easy. Click here for some ideas for patio plants in winter.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Growing Food For Christmas: How To Grow Christmas Dinner
Growing food for Christmas is possible, but it does take some preplanning. Click this article for more information.
By Bonnie L. Grant