Premature sprouting of bulbs is not a cause for panic. Some diligence and attention will help save and preserve the plants. The earlier the problem of early germination is "diagnosed", the better
Many ornamental plants have tiny seeds. In this article, I'll share the tricks I use when planting my favorite small-seeded crops
February is the optimal time for sowing seeds of many summer plants with a long growing season for seedlings. The flowering of the plants described below when sowing seeds for seedlings in February usually begins in July and lasts until late autumn
In this article, we will consider the feasibility of early purchase of perennials and share ways to preserve ornamental plants before planting them in the garden
Before choosing a pair of varieties from a rich variety of tuberous begonias, I suggest that you familiarize yourself with my personal hit parade of hybrids of tuberous begonias. I have been growing this plant for over 15 years and have accumulated sufficient experience
A large number of ampelous plants appeared on sale, whose shoots easily fall outside the pots. Let's talk about those that are prized for their beautiful flowers
If you are looking for plants that would help you place noble accents in the garden, and with the play of colors and textures would remind you of the aristocratic parks and estates of England and France, then you should pay attention not to petunia and Co., but to the real garden aristocrats that are grown not only from seeds - pelargonium, begonias and balsamines
Unfortunately, some hydrangeas do not bloom from year to year, despite the care and efforts of gardeners. Why hydrangea does not bloom, we will tell in the article
The contemplation of aconite in nature inspired me with thoughts about my shady flower garden. Returning from a trip, I was convinced that aconite and hydrangea are the perfect pair for a shady flower garden. Why - I'll tell you in this article
In Komsomolsk-on-Amur, winters are long and cold, there are few calm days. In this article I will talk about the popular frost-resistant shrubs that I grew myself in such conditions and saw from others
Adding expressiveness to the vertical relief of the garden, introducing interesting elements, a special category of plants is introduced into the garden - lianas. Climbing and climbing, large and compact, decorative leafy, flowering and even berry - all these garden plants for vertical gardening are inimitable in their talents
So that the garden does not look sad in the fall, it is necessary that beautiful and persistent plants grow in it, which will decorate it until winter. They are not afraid of the first frost, frost, rain, or even the first snow
There are many tools that allow you to play with bright accents and colors in the secluded corners of the garden, even without planting special plants. But bright plants also grow in the shade
Cultural thickets - dense, seemingly chaotic landscape plantings filled with a variety of plants, under which a patch of soil is practically invisible - are usually created where there is no place for classic solutions. But this is not so easy to do. Rules for creating tight fit - in this publication
Hydrangea macrophylla is grown differently from other types of hydrangeas, including treelike and paniculate. Large-leaved hydrangea requires a special approach. About the features of growing garden hydrangea, our article
Most conifers respond positively to shaping - pruning to keep the tree in check without harming its health and appearance
Thuja or juniper - which is better? This question can sometimes be heard in garden centers. But what if we try to compare the juniper and the thuja according to certain objective parameters?
One of the most popular options for compositions that are decorative all year round are flower beds with conifers. Evergreen compact beauties are an excellent basis for complex ensembles
Tui, yews, cypresses, pines and spruces brought from distant countries are not always able to withstand our harsh winters. Therefore, these evergreens begin to prepare for cold weather long before their onset
The most expensive way to get a coniferous plant is to buy it. It is much more economical and more interesting to grow a seedling from the cutting itself. And winter is the best time for it
Conifers with yellow needles are no longer a rarity today. Through the efforts of breeders, quite a few varieties have been bred. And in this article we will tell you about the best yellow junipers, thujas, spruces, pines and firs
In addition to primroses, there is still something to see and admire in the garden in April. The brightest ornamental plants of mid-spring will be discussed in this article
Conifers also get sick and are affected by pests. Especially in the first years of life. We will tell you about the prevention and control of diseases and pests of conifers in this article
Hardy and undemanding, Cossack junipers pleasantly surprise with their practical advantages and good adaptability. But thinking that they grow on their own would be a big mistake
The art of building gardens on rooftops has long since turned from the category of a beautiful fad into a full-fledged fashionable and eco-friendly trend. Small oases of comfort and peace, corners for communication with nature and rest from the bustle of the city transform the lives of many people
We have already sowed a significant number of summer flies in March. But there are no fewer annual flowers that will bloom in the summer months when sown in April. Let's take a look at the most interesting ones
A slender fluffy Christmas tree in your own garden that you can dress up for the New Year holidays is the desire of many owners of personal plots. Winter is the best time to make your choice
Autumn is a great time for planting and transplanting perennial flowers, especially if it's time to divide them - they have grown so much that they began to lose in decorativeness. We offer readers a list of 20 perennials that are best shared in the fall
Nordic kings of gardens, hardy and frost-resistant, junipers are indispensable for modern landscaping. Dense needles, a large selection of shapes and sizes make it easy to introduce evergreen accents into the garden design and create skeletal plantings. About the types of juniper and its use in garden design, this article
Many perennial plants are waiting for the middle of summer to appear in all their glory. In this article I will tell you about the unpretentious perennials that adorn my garden in July
Even in the requirements for lighting or soil, different categories of phlox, and sometimes their types, differ from each other. The selection of growing conditions and adherence to strict planting rules are key factors in growing phlox
Kids in their own garden find not only a playground and a whole magical kingdom of forms, colors and aromas, but also the opportunity to join adults and learn how to grow plants, watch their development and change
In this article, we suggest recalling the most unpretentious perennial flowers. After all, they are not only beautiful, but also almost do not require any care from you
Rain flower beds and natural filters are “barriers” that are easy to maintain and equip, which will prevent flooding of paths and playgrounds, help maintain a healthy ecosystem and save your resources
Among fans of garden phlox there are both lovers of ground cover and lush flowering bush plants. The third group of phloxes - loose sod - is deprived of attention and has long been in the shadow of its competitors
Not everyone can afford to break a full-fledged rocky hill or flat garden of stones. Where there is not enough space for a large rockery, a mini-format comes to the rescue
Colorful and bright phlox are rightfully included in the list of garden classics. Despite its rich history of use in garden design, phlox remains fashionable and popular today. They are loved and appreciated for their abundant flowering, unpretentiousness and frost resistance. Read about the use of phlox in garden design in our article
In this article, we invite you to get acquainted with the best textural and permanently decorative perennials for the front garden, blooming in spring and requiring little maintenance
For places in the sun there are star plants. Indeed, in nature, we often meet flowers that can put up with extreme heat without losing their beauty
Monochrome flower beds are admired by all. And none of the garden flowers are as popular as the shining white. Spectacularly sparkling in the evening, festive and elegant, white flower beds are always in the foreground. We will tell you about the most interesting plants for "white" flower beds