Planning for a theme for your Garden? Having a theme for a garden is a great avenue to express your creativity. When choosing a theme for your garden, the only limit is your imagination. Do your best to make your garden unique. One great example of a themed garden is a Japanese Garden. This type […]
Creating a Calm and Peaceful Garden
Due to this pandemic, everything seems to be somehow stressful. Everybody’s been affected and needs to adjust. For us who enjoy gardening, our garden is a sanctuary for this moment. A perfect place to find inner peace and calmness but to do this, we need to make sure that the ambiance of your garden is […]
How to Create a Thriving Indoor Garden
With the pandemic happening around the world, everyone is looking for a productive hobby and gardening is one of the most common things that come to mind. However, not everybody has the space to start a garden. Here comes indoor gardening. It may sound easy but indoor gardening isn’t that simple. There are several things […]
What is Biophilic Architecture?
Biophilic design is an approach to architecture that connects buildings more closely to nature. This type of design incorporates nature towards the architecture to create a smooth connection between modern buildings and nature itself. There are studies that show that biophilic design can reduce stress, improve cognitive function and creativity, and improve our well-being. Biophilic […]
Summer Gardening Tips
Summer is around the corner! Don’t let the heat hinder your summer gardening activities! An expected increase in temperature will be felt by our gardens and to help your plants survive the harsh effects of this dry season, good preparation will be important. Be aware that different regions in the country experience varying levels of […]
Hardscaping Ideas for your Garden
Hardscaping is the process of adding man-made (non-living elements) to your landscape. Some examples of hardscaping are bricks, paths, walls, concrete, etc. Hardscape elements can be used to define the use of space such as driveways and walkways that can lead visitors through the different parts of the garden, or even a gravel path into […]
Elements to Consider When Landscaping
In any design work, landscape, drawing, or even in canvas, there are important elements that you should never forget. These elements, when ignored, can have devastating effects on the outcome of your project. Line The line creates the flow of the landscape. It connects each part of the project. The way the line is employed […]
How Can Plants and Planters affect Architecture?
Can plants and planters affect architecture? The simple answer is yes! A glimpse of nature in architecture catches the eye. Plants added to a modern home or commercial building adds a special appeal. It makes you feel at ease. It affects your mood as well as your health. Do you know that nature helps to […]
Incorporating Trees in Your Garden
Landscaping with trees isn’t that easy. It needs great effort and planning. Mature trees bring shade and beauty into your landscape. However, tree roots can draw up all the water and its branches can prevent sunlight from reaching the soil, making it tough for other plants to thrive. Vigorous root growth can also damage surrounding […]
Battling Unexpected Weed Growth
Weed growth can be an issue in every landscape. They show up out of nowhere. Where do they come from? How do you get rid of these unwelcome visitors? There are different types of weeds and identifying them is important if you want to get rid of them. Check out our Simple Weed Identification guide […]
The Basics of Pruning
Pruning is an essential gardening skill. Proper pruning can encourage healthy growth and flowering of plants. For most shrubs and trees, it helps to prune at the right time. Some are best pruned in winter; some right after flowering. Must-Have Pruning Tools Pruning shears These are probably the most-used tools when it comes to pruning […]
Best Shrubs for Container Gardening
As container gardening becomes an effective way to utilize your limited space, it doesn’t mean that you are only limited to small flowering plants. Shrubs are also an option! Shrubs for Small spaces Small shrubs might look “too” small if not organized. Small shrubs should always be placed together with other shrubs. Together, these small […]
Adding Colour to Your Landscape
Colours can affect the ambience of your landscape. You can add accents or highlights in your project by enhancing the colours of your area. Adding colour to your landscape project is one of the main things that should be considered. There are different ways you can add colours to your landscape. Here are some ideas. […]
What are the Most Common Landscaping Mistakes That You can Avoid?
Making mistakes on landscaping is part of the learning process. You learn not to repeat the same mistakes. It sets you on the right track so you can develop. Even professionals make different mistakes as they were also once beginners. That’s just how humans learn but avoiding these mistakes altogether can save time and effort. […]
Gardening as a Stress Reliever
Have you ever seen a garden and told yourself “I want to stay here for a while and relax…”? Creating an alluring garden can be a great way to relieve stress. It may be a small garden, a patio, a balcony, or even a large garden. Spending time in nature is a great way to […]
Staying in Your Garden During this Pandemic
We aren’t all prepared for what’s happening in the world today. Most of us are now quarantined in our homes to avoid the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. You may not be in the front lines but you are contributing by preventing the spread of the virus by staying home. We can wait until a […]
