Garden

These plants thrive in bright light, but not direct sunlight in the late afternoon (although dendrobiums can handle more sun). They also need high humidity and air flow around the roots. They need regular periods of drying alternating with heavy watering. Orchids do best in temperatures above 50 degrees but …

Most hydrangeas will thrive in fertile, well-draining soils that receive plenty of moisture. Add compost to enrich poor soil. In general, hydrangeas prefer partial sun. Ideally, they will get full sun in the morning, followed by some afternoon shade to protect from the hot midday sun. This is especially true …

For nonstop color, always include lots of interesting foliage in your garden. As flowers come and go, these spectacular plants will keep your garden colorful even when they are not blooming. Caladium Available in countless shapes and colors, caladiums are a top choice for shady garden beds or containers. Their …

I have a thing for coleus plants. I just love those crazy color combinations and leaf patterns that go with almost anything. Do you need a plant for the sun? No problem. How about a shade? Got it covered. It’s true that they don’t produce very showy flowers, but don’t …

A flowering Christmas cactus plant can make a great gift for the holiday season or just anytime. If cared for properly, it bears beautiful colorful flowers in shades of purple, pink and red. Keep this plant slightly rooted and water when the topsoil is dry. 2. Crown of thorns This …

An aesthetic landscape design includes five key elements: line, shape, texture, color and scale. The perfect balance between these design features appeals to the eye and brings harmony to a space. Line In landscape architecture, lines can be used to control movement, such as a walkway, path or flower bed. …

Although coleus prefers partial shade or full shade to sun, its light exposure depends on the variety. The old-fashioned seed-grown coleus does best in partial to full shade, but newer varieties, such as the Wizard series, perform well in full sun. Too much sun can burn leaves and cause color …

Winter plants need water, so don’t forget to give them a good drink once a week or so, especially if it hasn’t rained. Rubber plant Pansies are hardy and bloom all winter. We use them as ground covers all season, and they can be planted even in the cold of …

Enjoy fragrant hyacinths indoors this winter by growing them in water Can’t wait for spring? Why not grow spring flowering bulbs indoors and enjoy the color and fragrance in winter? Hyacinth bulbs are easy to grow and you can plant them in soil or gravel, and amazingly they will flower …

Plants with blue flowers give your landscape a calm, cooling splash of color. Choose from these easy-care perennials, annuals, shrubs, vines and bulbs that bloom in various shades of blue. Blue hydrangea A large, blue hydrangea is absolutely stunning. You can make your large leaf hydrangeas turn bright sky blue …

Everyone loves growing bulbs in pots or garden beds, but there is also another way to have flowering bulbs even if you don’t have space outdoors. Hyacinths, for example, can be grown in a glass vase, kept indoors to bloom to their fragrant beauty. The hyacinths are grown in a …

Adding DIY steps and stairs to your garden or yard is a great way to enhance your outdoor landscape whether they are completely flat or happen to sit on a slope. On the other hand, stairs in a garden offer easy access to go from one level to another and …

You can put flowers in just about anything. An antique watering can, a tin can, a plastic mug or glass, the possibilities are endless. Some containers work better with water and the flower stems cut to a suitable length. Shallow containers work better with floating flower heads, such as a …

Cheer up your garden and home by growing red flowered or red leaf plants this spring. 1. Azalea (Rhododendron) image of pink Azalea (Rhododendron) Azalea flowers come in a vivid pink shade that symbolizes femininity. They grow in a bush-like form and are often used to create a curtain of …

Everyone dreams of having a rock garden inside the home. But there are few whom God blesses with one. And if you are thinking of turning your home garden into a rock garden, here we present some rock garden ideas. These will enhance the design and decor of your home. …

Anthurium is grown for its brightly colored flower petals and decorative dark green leaves. They are a classic and lovely houseplant, especially when given as a gift. How to take care of anthurium in your home! Look for varieties with flower colors beyond the usual red. Purple, lavender, pink and …

Well, a reading nook is a reader’s most special place where he can curl up and enjoy his latest autobiography or novel or whatever, whatever he likes to read. It is also called a book corner or reading corner. The book nook is whatever you want it to be. As …

The front yard of your home is usually the first impression your visitors will have, and therefore it must have its setting on point. But what are the effective ways to turn it into an inviting place? Take cues from these garden ideas that will grab your attention right away. …

Are you embarking on an outdoor home design and renovation project? You’ve probably already thought about the right accessories and decor for your backyard, pool area, outdoor kitchen or private patio. But you want to remember the yard, too. Adding just the right accent pieces and furniture to your yard …

  Fine candles are a trend that shows no sign of abating. Whether it’s twisted and cubed styles, marble print patterns or wax that honors the female form, our taste in light seems to be getting more adventurous and decorative. Enter Instagram’s latest craze: the hand-painted candle. Sporting everything from …