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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8 DIY Mini Greenhouse Ideas To Extend Your Growing Season On A Budget
There's no need to invest in an expensive greenhouse with these clever small-scale growing solutions you can build yourself.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Container Color And Plants – Is The Color Of Plant Pots Important
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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How To Grow A Pineapple Top From Store-Bought Fruit – For A Tasty Tropical Houseplant
Did you know you can grow a pineapple plant in your very own home—no tropical travel required? Here's how to grow a pineapple top from a store-bought fruit.
By Teo Spengler
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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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Shade Tolerant Wildflowers – Growing Wildflowers In Shade
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Downsizing Your Garden: How To Simplify Your Landscape Without Sacrificing Beauty
Gracefully 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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5 Easy Winter Container Recipes: Last-Minute Plant Combinations For Your Porch Pots
These winter container plant combos are quick and easy to put together before the holidays – and will add visual interest while the rest of your garden sleeps.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Want To Grow Four Season Containers? Try These 6 Best Plants For Pots All Year Round
After reliable container gardening options that serve you across all four seasons? You’ve come to the right place, as we present the best plants for pots all year round
By Tonya Barnett
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DIY Holiday Porch Pot Ideas: 12 Perfect Plants For A Magical Winter Display
Make a charming holiday porch pot to take you through the festive season and beyond, filled with lustrous foliage, vibrant berries, and cheerful flowers.
By Melanie Griffiths
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How To Reuse Plastic Plant Pots: Clever Ways To Recycle & Upcycle Old Containers
With 30 million tons of plastic in our landfills, it’s worth spending a bit of time to brainstorm ways to get creative with plastic.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Fall Container Veggies: 8 Best Fall Container Garden Vegetables To Grow
Growing vegetables in pots is an activity we focus on more in spring, but there is no reason to stop in autumn! Here are eight fall container garden vegetables you can try
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Planting For Shade Containers: Choose and Maintain Effective Container Plants For Shade
Shady spots may seem like a gardening struggle, but you can grow gorgeous plants in pots. We reveal the best container plants for shade – and how to keep them at their best
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Flowering Natives For Shade: 6 Flowering Native Shade Plants For A Sustainable Garden
Shady parts of our garden may seem trickier to enhance, but they can be a floral haven for the right selections. Here are six gorgeous flowering natives for shade
By Amy Grant
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Create A Garden Bed From Scratch: How To Start A Flower Bed The Easy Way
Learn how to make a new flower bed in your yard for color all season long!
By Tonya Barnett
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Make An Easy Garden Hideaway On A Budget: 10 Small Backyard Oasis Ideas
You 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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Use Drip Irrigation For Raised Beds To Grow More With Less
Install a drip irrigation system directly into your raised bed to keep plants lush while saving on water.
By Teo Spengler
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Quick and Easy Ideas For Backyard Landscaping: 10 Simple Shortcuts To Backyard Beauty
Backyard 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