With baskets and planters at eye-level, I could get up close and personal with my friend Gail’s flowers and experience them in a whole new way. Ideas for attractive and charming displays.
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An Awesome Start to a Spectacular Flower Garden
Garden Tour Series: Who wouldn’t want their flowers to pack a bigger punch? Afterall, Alaskan summers are so short. How can you make the most of the time and money you’ve spent on your perennials, annual baskets and planters? Welcome to the “Make it a Garden” Alaska Tour Series, where we visit different gardens for… Continue reading An Awesome Start to a Spectacular Flower Garden
Try beautiful ground covers for a non-traditional lawn
Beautiful Ground Covers: Garden Design series When I first began to establish a garden area following the construction of my tiny home, I opted for the traditional lawn. (photo above) Which is unusual for me. I’m definitely not a “lawn” person. Believe it or not, I’ve never even owned a lawnmower! But I needed a… Continue reading Try beautiful ground covers for a non-traditional lawn
How to plant window boxes that envy
Plant Window Boxes Every house should have window boxes! Not only are they pretty, but window boxes add a touch of pizzazz to your house as well. Because they are up off the ground, they are readily eye-appealing…bling, bling! This article provides some tips on smart color combinations and textures to consider. Most importantly, how… Continue reading How to plant window boxes that envy