These articles on flower garden ideas were created in June-August, 2008. For instance, I introduce ninebark, a shrub that flowers -- and offers wonderful foliage, to boot. If you need flower garden ideas, this is a good place to start. These stories will help you select plants for your flower gardens and care for them properly. Return to the index to access resources from prior years.
6/04/08 - Boston Ivy
Want a little piece of the Ivy League on your property? Learn more about Boston ivy, including the caveats in growing it.
6/17/08 - Ninebark Shrubs
The name, "ninebark" is derived from the plant's exfoliating bark. Nine or so shades of brown can be displayed, supposedly, in this exfoliation. But ninebark's claim to a place in flower gardens can also be justified by its attractive leaves and flowers.
6/21/08 - Organic Lawn Fertilizers
Interested in organic lawn care? Learn about some options for organic lawn fertilizers.
6/29/08 - Organic Herbicides
More must-read material for the organic landscaper.
6/30/08 - Plants That Make You Itch
Poison ivy isn't the only culprit; learn about some other plants that make you itch.
7/13/08 - How to Become a Landscape Designer
Love planting flower beds? Would you ever consider doing it as a career? Find out from an expert how to become a landscape designer.
7/26/08 - Angelina Sedum
Angelina sedum is a low-growing stonecrop. This ground cover flowers, making it an interesting option for flower gardens.
8/08/08 - Virginia Creeper
Who's Afraid of Virginia creeper? Well, maybe you should be, depending upon how you wish to employ this vine in the landscape.
8/21/08 - Virginia Sweetspire
I wouldn't grow these bushes for their blossoms alone, but the fact that they do bear numerous flower heads is a nice bonus when you consider their main feature is the burgundy color of their autumn leaves. Virginia sweetspire can thus serve double-duty in the flower garden.
