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Generally speaking, gardeners grow perennial plants for their flowers, but in this post we focus on perennial plants with beautiful foliage. In my book, plants that have both beautiful flowers and striking foliage are even better. Let’s face it without making a garden design plan, oftentimes perennial gardens can have periods where they are kind…
Here at Gingham Gardens, we love rustic garden decor ideas, mostly upcycled, recycled, vintage, junk garden decor. Unless you have time to the to go to the flea markets, garage sales, thrift stores, etc., it’s pretty difficult to find items to create that look. So, the next best thing is to purchase new rustic…
I love adding whimsical touches to my flower gardens and one of the best ways to do that is by adding rustic solar landscape lights. Solar lighting adds a feeling of ambiance and enchantment to your landscape or gardens in the evenings. Plus, some of the cute ones also add nice decor touches during the…
I realize that most of my readers are seasoned gardeners, but part of my desire for Gingham Gardens is to inspire folks ranging from novice gardeners to master gardeners! While Flower Gardening 101 is for beginner gardeners, I think intermediate and advanced gardeners will also come away with some fresh ideas and tips. There are…
Dreaming about a new garden project can be a satisfying way to pass dreary winter days or any day we can’t be outdoors. In this guide, I lay out the steps to plan your next garden project, to make that dream garden a reality even for the average home gardener. Like any successful venture, thorough…
It’s time to start thinking about Spring, garden planning, and seed starting. Spring may be a ways off for your but that should not stop us from getting excited about the prospect of green and growing things. Seed starting indoors is the best way to get a head start on the upcoming growing season. I’m…
Yes, you can garden in winter, it’s called Winter Sowing. Have you ever heard of winter sowing? Winter Sowing is a method of propagating new plants for your gardens simply by starting seeds outdoors in the winter. Several years ago, I read an article in Northern Gardener Magazine written by a master gardener, with whom…
Fifty percent of gardening is learning by doing and experimenting. The other fifty percent comes from educating yourself. Whether you’re a brand new gardener, a master gardener, or in between, there’s always more to learn. I like to use down time in the winter or rainy days to read gardening books. In this post, I’m…
Let’s just say winter is not this gardener’s favorite season. Yes, I like that I can regroup after the holidays, take some time to relax, make plans and dream about my gardens. But, I’m definitely the most content when I can get outside and get my hands dirty. The last few weeks as I’ve put…
When the holiday season rolls around, it’s hard to overlook the vibrant red and green beauty of poinsettias! However, keeping them looking beautiful can be difficult, so here are some tips and tricks to help to keep them beautiful during the season. These festive plants have become synonymous with winter celebrations. When I see them,…