During the winter months, flower gardeners are already planning their spring flower gardens. Now is the perfect time to start planning!
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There's no reason your garden has to be the same every year. Skilled gardeners not only know which flower they like, they also know the goals of some selections. Before you start choosing your Flower, seed requirement, Take some time to research. Here are a few things to keep in mind:
- Which flowers thrived in your garden last year and which didn't
- Research the plants that didn't. You may have acidic soil to deal with.
- Do you have a lot of pines This will affect your floor. You may want to plant some ground cover plants underneath that will work well.
- Do you live in an area with a lot of mosquitos?
- There are plants that repel them
- Do you want to attract butterflies and hummingbirds?
- There are plants that attract them
- Before choosing your plants, check your garden and know how much direct sun and watering it is getting.
Flowers that every gardener needs
Showy milkweed herb
This plant is a butterfly magnet. If you love the idea of a butterfly garden this is a plant to use. Butterflies are nearsighted. You will be more easily attracted to flowers that grow in clusters. If you want more than just butterflies, you need to plant butterflies that attract plants sparingly. If you overdo it, you can cut down on your other friends (birds and bees, to name two).
Western yarrow
The western yarrow is a plant that repels mosquitoes. People who live in areas where temperatures (and bodies of water) encourage the mosquito will find that the addition of this plant allows them to enjoy their outdoor garden much more. This plant was used by Native Americans to make a poultice that not only kept the mosquito from biting, but also acted as an antiseptic.
Agastache Ava
This is a flower that produces a tall top of deep rose pink with raspberry pods. It is so beautiful that it was voted Flower of the Year in 2005. This plant is also known as hummingbird mint. It attracts the hyper-winged birds that add to the beauty of your garden and landscape. This flower is easy to grow and is found in the United States. It starts to bloom in midsummer and lasts for many months.
It is important that you do some research before you start planting. You want plants that are beautiful and add to your ecosystem. Know which plants go well with the plants you already have, and be careful not to plant too many plants with the same characteristics. Your soil depends on a variety of insects and elements to stay healthy.
Talk to your seed seller online, search for flowers in free apps for your smartphone, or get suggestions from successful gardeners in your area. If there is one thing a neighbor likes, it is someone who appreciates the beauty of their work and comments on it.
You still have a little time before you are ready to plant. Now is the time to gather your supplies and expand your knowledge.
