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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What Is An Air Pot – How Does Air Pruning Work
Air pruning roots is an effective way to promote root health in potted plants. Air pruning containers create a healthy and hands-free environment for roots that makes for a stronger plant and easier transplanting. Learn more in this article.
By Liz Baessler
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Community Gardening During Covid – Socially Distant Community Gardens
Community gardening during Covid is a bit different than before, so how do socially distant community gardens look today? Learn more here.
By Amy Grant
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Vines For Small Spaces: Growing Vines In The City
There are plenty of vines for small spaces, even vines that can be grown in containers. Learn how to grow vines with little to no space here.
By Amy Grant
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Hanging Basket Design – Tips For Arranging A Hanging Basket
By learning to plant and maintain their own hanging baskets, even novice gardeners are rewarded with a profusion of blooms throughout the growing season. Click this article to learn about creating stunning hanging basket arrangements.
By Tonya Barnett
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Using Cold Frames In Spring: How To Harden Off Seedlings In A Cold Frame
“Hardening off” plants before being moved to their final location not only improves the likelihood of survival but ensures a strong start to the growing season. Learn more about using a cold frame for seedlings to harden off in this article.
By Tonya Barnett
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Grubs In Garden Pots: What To Do About Grubs In Container Plants
One nasty looking pest is that of grubs. You definitely don’t want to see them in your container plants. Grubs in garden pots will feed on plant matter, including the roots and stems of your beloved plants. It takes some effort to get rid of them. Click here to learn how.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Are Grow Bags Any Good: Types Of Grow Bags For Gardening
Grow bags are an interesting and popular alternative to in-ground gardening. If the soil in your yard is poor or just nonexistent, grow bags are a great choice. To learn more about gardening with grow bags, this article will help.
By Liz Baessler
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Potting A Garden Plant: Tips For Moving Garden Plants To Pots
If potting a garden plant hasn’t happened yet, it will at some point. Learn how to transplant garden plants into containers here.
By Amy Grant
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Greenhouse Troubleshooting: Learn About Problems With Greenhouse Gardening
Greenhouses are fantastic tools for the enthusiastic grower and extend the garden season well beyond the temperature. That said, there may be any number of greenhouse growing issues to contend with. Regular greenhouse maintenance can help. Learn more here.
By Amy Grant
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Homeschooling In Gardens – Ideas For Tying Math Into Nature
Math is all around us in the world, even when we don't realize it. Enhance math skills by gardening and other outdoor nature activities found here.
By Leslie Garner
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Math Garden Activities: Using Gardens To Teach Math To Kids
Using gardens to teach math makes the topic more engaging to kids. Teaching math with gardening gives kids hands-on interactions with the theories and provides them with a fun experience they will remember. Click here for more info.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Vacant Lot Gardening: Tips For Planting Veggies In Vacant Lots
Using vacant spaces as gardens is by no means a new idea; in fact, it's steeped in history. Perhaps, there is a vacant lot in your neighborhood that you have often thought would be perfect for a community garden. How to garden on a vacant lot? Find out here.
By Amy Grant
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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