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Growing Flowers

Growing flowers can be an unpredictable task can't it? How many times have you planted something with anticipation and excitement - only to have it wilt and die the next week?

Well you're not alone.I've had my share of uncooperative flowers too!

Flowers can be easy going and low maintenance, or fickle and moody. Plants are all different; just like friends and family.

red roses

You should experiment with different annual and perennial flowers. See what works and what doesn't.

Look at gardening as a constant experiment;try different flowers, color combinations, and placement every year.

If something doesn't grow in one spot, I move it to see if it will grow in another.If it still doesn't grow- then I move on to another kind of plant!

There will always be some flowers that refuse to play nice of course, but there are things that the everyday gardener can do to grow the best flowers possible.

Read on to learn about growing flowers so fabulous, that you're gardens will be the envy of the neighborhood.

8 Secrets to Growing Beautiful Flowers
  • Plant your garden- select the right spot for the right plants. Is it a sunny area? Shady? or both?

  • Know your zone! You can't expect to grow tropical plants if you live in Northern Canada , can you ?

  • Add organic matter for healthy soil- most dirt just is not good enough.

  • Use proper techniques for planting flowers. Plant down and the flowers will drown. Too high and the flowers will dry.

  • Water your plants- they get thirsty too

  • Fertilize your flowers -Giving vitamins to your flowers will give you healthier plants and larger blooms

  • Mulch-a good layer of mulch does wonders for weeds and holds in moisture too

  • Maintain your garden to keep healthy plants


    Follow these secrets and you'll be on your way to a healthy happy beautiful flower garden.




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