Gardening

The popularity of raised garden beds has grown exponentially over the past decade. They are perfect for gardeners who have less-than-ideal ground soil. But, there are a lot of crazy ideas floating around about how to fill raised garden beds. We will cover those ideas and why they aren’t the best ideas and we will…

Growing dahlias can be a rewarding experience for any home gardener. Their beautiful blooms take center stage in our flower garden beds in late summer and continue their show until the first frost. Whether you’re a beginner gardener or an experienced gardener this article is for you if you’d like to add these gorgeous stately…

One of my goals here at Gingham Gardens to create a site where there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re a new gardener, or a seasoned gardener like me, we all make mistakes in our gardens. After all, messing up or making mistakes is how we learn – right? Even after all these years, I still…

In the hustle and bustle of everyday life, there’s something truly magical about creating a tiny, enchanted world right in your backyard. Fairy gardens have become a whimsical trend, captivating the hearts and imaginations of people young and old. These miniature landscapes, adorned with tiny fairies, gnomes, and charming accessories, offer a delightful escape into…

If you’ve read any posts here on Gingham Gardens, you will know that I’m a big fan of mulching my flower beds. In this article, we’re going to cover everything you need to know about using mulch in your flower garden. Let’s get started! The Benefits of Using Mulch in Your Flower Gardens Mulch serves…

How to plant perennials in your flower garden? Well, this seems like a no-brainer and really elementary for a flower gardener! Yes, it does, but read on and you might just find out that the way you’ve been planting your new perennials may not be the best way. For purposes of this post, we are…

Using rocks in a flower garden can bring a unique and natural element to the overall design of your flower bed. Rocks can add texture, depth, and contrast to the vibrant colors of flowers and foliage. They can also serve as a practical solution for creating paths, retaining walls, or edging. Rocks can also fill…

We’re going to do something a little different today. I’m going to give you some tips on spiffing things up around your gardens and when we’re done we’ll have a little garden tour. Let’s be honest, towards the end of Summer things start looking a little rough and ragged in the gardens. Some plants have…

Do you love to go on home garden tours? I do! I was privileged to participate in a garden tour with my local master gardener extension. Garden tours are a fun way to get ideas for your own gardens or see a plant that you ‘need’ to add to your gardens. Garden tours are also…