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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Using Geometry In Gardens: Planning A Golden Rectangle Garden
Using the elements of the golden rectangle and the golden ratio, you can create gardens that are compelling and relaxing, regardless of the plants you choose. Find out more about planning a golden rectangle garden in this article.
By Jackie Carroll
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Dried Gourd Maracas: Tips For Making Gourd Maracas With Kids
There are many great gourd activities for kids, such as growing a gourd birdhouse, but using gourds for maracas is a simple way to start gourd crafting and is suitable (with adult supervision) for a wide age group. Click here for more info.
By Amy Grant
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What Is A Gratitude Tree – Making A Gratitude Tree With Kids
A fun way to teach kids the importance of gratitude is putting together a gratitude tree. If this craft interests you, click here for more.
By Teo Spengler
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Kitchen Scrap Garden – Growing A Quickie Vegetable Garden With Kids
Learning to grow your own food can be extremely rewarding, especially when done with children. Learn how to teach kids with a kitchen scrap garden here.
By Tonya Barnett
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Patio Furniture Ideas: New Outdoor Furniture For Your Garden
The design of our outdoor area is equally important to our garden layout. Click on this article for some summer garden furniture trends.
By Becca Badgett
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Fun Crafts For Families: Making Creative Planters With Kids
Once you get your kids hooked on gardening, they’ll be addicted for life. What better way to promote this rewarding activity than easy flowerpot crafts? DIY flowerpots are simple and inexpensive. Click here to learn about easy flower pot crafts to try.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Jojoba Garden Uses – Tips On Using Jojoba Oil In The Garden
Horticultural oils include mineral oil and other petroleum derivatives as well as plant-derived oils accepted in organic farming and gardening. Jojoba oil is a natural, plant-based horticultural oil. Learn more about jojoba pesticide in this article.
By Ilana Goldowitz Jimenez
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Senior Home Garden Activities: Gardening Activities For The Elderly
More senior home garden activities are being offered to elderly residents of retirement homes and nursing homes, and even to patients with dementia or Alzheimer's. Click here to learn more about gardening activities for the elderly.
By Teo Spengler
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Best Balcony Plants - Growing Balcony Plants And Flowers
What are good balcony plants for small spaces? Whether you want food, flowers, or exotica, find the best balcony plants to liven your outside area.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Grow A Balcony Flower Garden - Balcony Flower Care
Many gardeners find themselves severely limited by space. This is especially true for those living in apartments and condos. It is for this reason that balcony gardening continues to grow in popularity. But what are the best flowers for a balcony?
By Tonya Barnett
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What Is A Kitchen Garden - Kitchen Garden Ideas
A kitchen garden is a centuries-old way to ensure fresh fruits, vegetables and seasonings within easy reach of the kitchen. Read on for more.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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What Grows Well In Dry Soil Full Sun: Full Sun Dry Soil Plants
During difficult growing seasons, even experienced gardeners may have trouble meeting the needs of their plants. Read on for tips on growing in dry soil and full sun.
By Tonya Barnett
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Downspout Vegetable Gardening – Planting A Rainwater Vegetable Garden
One way to use rainwater is the creation of a downspout or rain gutter garden. Click here to learn more about growing downspout vegetables.
By Becca Badgett
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Balcony Garden Ideas - Tips For Gardening On A Balcony
Think you can't have a garden on a balcony? You just need some tips on how to garden on a balcony while you also think outside the box.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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What Is A Scent Garden – Tips For Planting A Fragrant Garden
A garden is not just attractive to the eyes; it is truly a feast for all the senses. Without sacrificing the visual, consider planting a fragrant garden.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Shakespearean Herb Garden – Growing Herbs From Shakespeare
Shakespeare often referenced plants and herbs in his many plays. These herbs from his quotes are often used when constructing a Shakespearean herb garden.
By Laura Miller
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What Is A Shaker Herb Garden: Growing Medicinal Shaker Herbs
The Shakers were known not only for seeds, but also for medicinal Shaker herbs. There were hundreds of herbs grown in a Shaker garden useful for a variety of medical ailments.
By Amy Grant