Geraniums are one of the most popular annual flowers and one of the easiest to grow. Zonal Geraniums (pelargonium) are big and beautiful and can cost anywhere from $3 – $5 a piece for one 4” plant. If you buy a lot of them, that can really add up. I realize some of us have […]
Quick & Easy Steps for Fall Garden Clean Up
Fall really is a fantastic time to garden. The first reason being that the temps have cooled down. But, the main reason is that it gives us gardeners a jump on next spring. I’ll be honest and say that by this time, I’m usually ready for a gardening break. The flowers are tired and I’m […]
Tips on Transitioning Container Gardens to Fall
Fall is in the air and I’ve started Transitioning Container Gardens to Fall. By the end of summer, my flower pots and container gardens start looking bedraggled and ready for a change. To save time and money, I simply use the same summer container gardens, flower pots and planters that I already have and work them […]
Planting Bulbs in the Fall for Amazing Spring Flowers
Planting bulbs in the fall is honestly not one of my favorite gardening tasks, and I’m usually out there cursing myself for buying so many. BUT, come spring I’m so happy I went to all the trouble. After a long Minnesota winter, there’s nothing I like better than to see those bits of green popping […]
Tips for Keeping Potted Mums Looking Great
Have you ever purchased a chrysanthemum (better known as mum) to decorate for fall, just because they’re beautiful, they scream fall to you and you couldn’t resist, just to get it home and have it looking pathetic in a couple of weeks? I’m cheap and that just feels like money down the drain to me. […]
Tips For Gardening in Late Summer (Plus a Garden Tour)
A different type of post today. We’re going to take a stroll through Gingham Gardens and as we go, I’m going to give you some tips on spiffing things up around your gardens. Let’s be honest, towards the end of Summer things start looking a little rough and ragged in the gardens. Some of my […]
DIY Garden Journal and Planner
Keeping a Garden Journal is the best gardening resource to save you time and money year after year and you’ll see why as you continue reading. Whether it’s in the dead of winter, spring, summer or fall, now is a great time to plan your spring and summer gardens and the best way to accomplish […]
Shade Border And Junk Gardens
I’m very excited to share my 2019 Shade Border and Junk Gardens with you. Lots of you, Gingham Gardens’ readers, already know that I love putting together Garden Vignettes using repurposed and upcycled vintage items. Most of the junk garden decor items in my gardens come from flea markets, estate sales, thrift stores and even […]
Summertime in the Gardens (A Virtual Garden Tour)
Today I have another garden tour for you – Summertime in the Gardens. At this point in the summer there’s something new popping everyday, and I’m excited to share my gardens with you. My hope is you’ll leave with some inspiration and new ideas for your own gardens. I wish every one of you could […]
Flower Garden Ideas For Small Spaces
Do you have a small yard, but would still like to have a flower garden? Or, maybe you have a large yard, but only have time for a small flower garden. Perhaps you’re like me and love to garden, so you have lots of different flower gardens both large and small. Whatever the case may […]
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