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Creating that Eye-Catching Garden

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A flower garden can transform the yard from an open expanse of grass to colorful wonderland homeowners can enjoy year after year. Putting in a bit of work at the start of the season pays off when breathtaking blossoms start to unfurl.

Planting a flower garden isn’t difficult when following the proper steps. With some research and careful planning, gardeners can make the vision of a blooming backyard paradise a reality. Use this quick guide for some help getting started.

Test the Soil

Flowers thrive in fertile soil with a lot of organic matter. If it's unclear whether the soil has enough nutrients to support a garden, gardeners can pick up a soil testing kit at a local gardening shop and find out. These simple kits are color-coded by nutrient and reveal what amendments need to be made before planting. Should the test show that the soil lacks essential elements, spread organic fertilizer on the area where the garden will be planted, and work it into the soil before adding flowers?

Choose a Color Scheme

Flower gardens are all about color, so gardeners can use favorite shades to establish a basic color scheme. From there, it's easy to choose either complementary shades or colors adjacent to each other on the color wheel. Large swatches of single colors can also be used to good effect when interspersed with ferns or other greenery: Balance warm, calm, and neutral colors to create a stunning display.

Use Both Annuals and Perennials

Annual flowers appear for just one season and must be planted the following year again. Perennials last for three or more seasons but bloom for shorter periods. Base flower selections on the color scheme and choose plants that can thrive in local weather conditions.

Popular annuals include:

Impatiens

Marigolds

Pansies

Zinnias

Gardeners also enjoy these perennial blooms: (click on any plant listed below, and you can buy them online)

Daffodils

Daylilies

Cohosh Plants

Virginia Blue Bells

Solomon's Seal Plants

Planting a combination of both flower types allows gardeners to change the yard's look with new annuals each year while enjoying perennial blooms. Plant Strategically Most flowers do well in full sunlight, but others may require partial shade. Research the preferred growing conditions for the chosen blooms, and plan the garden's layout, so each plant has the best conditions for growth. Arrange flowers according to when they bloom to provide frequent bursts of color throughout the season. When planned correctly, the garden should always have something blossoming even as the weather gets cooler.

 

Don’t Forget the Border.

Groundcovers make beautiful garden borders. Ferns, broad-leaf foliage, and low-growing flowering plants accentuate larger blossoms and give the garden a balanced look. Combine groundcovers with natural mulch to minimize weed growth. Use additional plants to shape and define the garden area and separate it visually from the rest of the yard. If the garden is a permanent fixture of the yard, consider adding hardscaping elements like decorative stones, flagstones, bricks, or low stone walls.

Finish Up with Accents

Once all the flowers are planted, and the border is in place, add some finishing touches to make the garden truly unique. Create a pathway among favorite blooms with stepping stones, or place a few decorative statues among the plants. Outdoor artwork, plant arbors, and string lighting all add personality. Include a few bird feeders or birdbaths to attract vibrant wildlife to the blooms.

The beauty of a well-planned flower garden is worth the effort it takes to design and plant. When gardeners choose and arrange flowers carefully, the rewards can be seen yearly. Flower gardens are beautiful, relaxing, and fun to observe, and there’s always something new to enjoy as changing seasons bring fresh waves of blossoms.

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Daffodil Plant - TN Nursery

Daffodil Plant

Daffodil Plant: Narcissus The Daffodil Plant is a Spring-blooming, trumpet-shaped flower characterized by its vibrant yellow or white petals and central trumpet-like corona. It adds a burst of color to gardens and landscapes. The flower's vibrant colors, from sunny yellows to pastel lemon, create striking visual displays that brighten any outdoor area. They are famous for being yellow, but they come in all kinds of other colors, including white, orange, and even pink. They also feature varieties with more than one of these colors. Therefore, they can form a splendid and colorful swash throughout any garden. They have adorned gardens for thousands of years. Indeed, the Greek name is Narcissus. Currently, it's the national flower of Wales. They've been harbingers of the coming of spring throughout their existence, and because they're perennials, each flower does the same for many years throughout its life cycle. They'll anchor your garden through spring and summer as long-lasting blooms, drawing people's gaze to their grace and beauty. The Blooming Trumpet The Daffodil Before they bloom, the trumpet of the mature bloom is covered in a waxy shell called a spathe. The spathe is delicate and reflects the entire light spectrum when covered in morning dew. Not everyone forms a trumpet, however. They form two kinds of cups:  charming double blooms and what's known as the jonquil, which is a beautiful two-toned bloom. Generally, there are two kinds of jonquils: one with primarily white petals and yellow accents and one that's the opposite. Such flowers that sport two exquisite colors can act as a transition between sections of the garden. Care and Growth Info They can grow almost to 3 feet tall and a foot wide. Their mature leaves are tall and straight and only sag toward the end of the growing season at the beginning of August. They last more than a month through the heart of the summer, lending their multicolored cheek to any garden. Because they thrive in containers as much as in the open, they're a terrific accent for window sills, porches, patios, and decks, bringing their polychromatic cheeriness to every part of the garden and the whole property. Companion Perennial Plants The bright yellow flowers pair very well with other garden residents, including the Northern Blue Star with its deep blue and indigo blooms and the vibrant red of roses or dahlias. When considering them fresh, the color palette is nearly endless and fabulously flexible. Where do they grow best? They love soil with good drainage and full to partial sun. Choose an area of your yard with proper airflow to reduce the chances of fungal diseases.  How frequently should I water them? Watering them in the growing season but avoiding excess watering is recommended to prevent the bulbs from rotting.  How do I Propagate them?  They can be multiplied by dividing clumps of bulbs every three to four years. They can also be grown from seeds, though this process takes longer than bulb division. Harvest seeds when the flowers have withered, sow them in a planting medium and wait for flowers to come up.  When Should I Plant Them Timing is essential. Plant your bulbs in autumn, before the soil freezes, so they have enough time to develop and bloom in spring.  What are some companion Plants for Them? Daffodils enjoy the company of other flowers and more. Grow them with tulips to get a truly floral marriage made in a floral paradise, or grow them with perennials to create a marvelous garden outlook.  

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Orange Daylily - TN Nursery

Orange Daylily

Orange Daylily - Hemerocallis fulva Orange Daylily has trumpet-shaped orange flowers that form dense clusters atop slender stems. It is a vibrant and versatile flowering plant with numerous landscaping benefits. Its striking appearance, adaptability, and low-maintenance qualities make it famous for various garden designs. These benefits contribute to the overall aesthetic appeal and functionality of outdoor spaces. The plant provides a vertical element that adds dimension and depth to garden compositions. The vibrant blooms add color to landscapes, creating eye-catching focal points instantly attracting attention. They are flowering perennial bulbs that are named for the day-long lifespan of their blossoms. Europeans brought this carefree ornamental daily to North America in the 1800s, which has remained popular ever since. Orange Daylily Native Habitat Native to China and Japan, Hemerocallis fulva is naturalized in Europe and throughout much of North America. It grows naturally in thickets, along woodland borders, and in fields, meadows, and floodplains. When left unchecked, the plants tend to spread. They typically bloom in July and August and come back year after year. Appearance Of Orange Daylily Hemerocallis fulva has showy, bright-orange flowers that bloom in clusters at the top of two-to-three-foot-tall branched stalks. The four-to-six-inch-diameter blossoms open individually, revealing three flared petals and three slightly smaller sepals shaded with red or gold. The plants grow in clumps, with straplike foliage that emerges from just above the soil. These narrow, bright green leaves grow up to three feet long and arch toward the ground, creating a mounded look. If you want to add bold, breezy color to your lawn during the height of summer, planting Hemerocallis fulva in clumps or along the edges of your property border can do the trick. This flower looks brilliant when planted in mass over larger areas and is wonderfully suited to informal meadows and hillside landscapes. It's also well-suited to smaller butterfly and pollinator gardens. After the blooming season, the plant's pretty green leaves will continue to add texture to your yard and can even make a serviceable ground cover. You can quickly propagate daylilies by dividing and replanting them in the spring or fall. In North America, it can be a food source for pollinators. The flowers provide nectar for butterflies and hummingbirds, and small bees may collect pollen from their anthers. In springtime, white-tailed deer and rabbits may enjoy eating the plant's leaves when they are young and tender. When you want to celebrate the summer sunshine, planting Hemerocallis fulva is a great way to draw the eye and brighten your day.  Fertilizing them require slow-release fertilizer, preferably 10-10-10 or 20-20- 20. You can also use the fertilizer when preparing your plants for the flowering season and after the flowering season. Do not fertilize too much since the plants will lose their bloom in favor of foliage.  They are easy to grow and thus good for gardeners who have little or no knowledge of planting. It should be noted that they are xeriscape plants with very low susceptibility to pests and diseases and need very little attention other than the removal of spent blooms and division every 3 to 5 years. The variety of them is ideally recommended for outdoors, but in case one does not have space outside the house, the flowers can be grown in large pots in areas where there is adequate sunlight. Practice good care by giving them 6 hours of direct sun and proper drainage for the plants to grow well. They are good companions to such plants as coneflowers, black-eyed Susans, and ornamental grasses. These companions enhance the daylily's bright colors and provide structure and seasonal interest to your garden.  Orange day lily needs well-drained soil and prefers full sunlight and partial shade. They are a flexible species and can grow in various weather conditions, thus suitable for landscaping.

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Black Cohosh Plant - TN Nursery

Black Cohosh Plant

Black Cohosh - Actaea racemosa Black Cohosh (Actaea racemosa) is a vigorous perennial with large, elegant spikes of white flowers and striking leaves. It is an easy-to-manage, perennial hardy plant that can tolerate partial to full shade conditions. They can be purchased at TN Nursery and will brighten up dark areas of your garden.  Black Cohosh Is Easy to Plant and Maintain Planting them is easy and requires little effort. It loves moist, well-drained soil and prefers shade, such as woodland gardens or tree shelters. Once established, it is an excellent choice for busy or inexperienced gardeners due to its easy-to-care-for nature. Black Cohosh Bloom Time and Color Changes They typically flowers in late summer or early fall, between July and September. Its vertical flower spikes, filled with clusters of delicate white flowers, give a dramatic vertical accent to your garden. Flowering is weeks long, and the slight purplish color that comes later in the season adds another luscious touch late in the summer into fall. Life Cycle and Longevity of Them As a perennial, Black Cohosh will grow year after year, and you'll see it flourish in your yard for years with very little attention. It will occasionally spread and grow in small patches, and it is an excellent landscape plant. Because it is a perennial, it can flower reliably throughout its life. Shape and Foliage The plant is deep green in color, bushy and lobed, producing a full, neat mat. The flowers stand above the foliage to create a dramatic contrast. Add TN Nursery's plants to your landscape, and you'll have an elegant, easy-care plant that will last.

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Solomon's Seal Plant - TN Nursery

Solomon's Seal Plant

Solomon's Seal Plant: Polygonatum Solomon's Seal Plant is a graceful woodland perennial known for its arching stems, dangling pairs of bell-shaped flowers, and distinctive, alternate leaves, making it a charming addition to shaded gardens. They offer a range of benefits when incorporated into landscaping projects, contributing to outdoor spaces' natural charm, versatility, and ecological value. With its distinctive arching stems, elegant foliage, and adaptability, this flower brings unique qualities that enhance various aspects of landscape design. Also known as Polygonatum biflorum, is an herbaceous perennial with three distinct color stages: greenish-white, blue, and gold. Its green leaves comprise most of its total size. The Solomon's Seal Plant Color Stages When this perennial initially springs to life each May, it has small, greenish-white flowers. Thanks to its arching stems, each flower hangs down. Later in the summer, blueberries appear. Finally, once it's autumn, the leaves turn a spectacular gold. Although the entire flower is beautiful, the flowering stage is revered and has recently become a favorite in the floral world. This Solomon's Seal Plant's Growth It can reach up to four feet tall, which provides collectors with plenty of its dainty, greenish-white flowers. Due to their uniqueness, these specialty cut flowers are always in high demand. Whether you enjoy brightening up your home occasionally or regularly, you can't go wrong with this flower! This Stunning Perennials Uses Although it grows naturally in forests, it is also explicitly planted for the floral industry. These perennials and their unusual appearance have quickly become highly desired. They've been used in various floral arrangements, including unique wedding bouquets. Between their stunning appearance and fragrant scent, which mimics lilacs, this flower deserves your attention! What does the name of these flowers symbolize? Unfortunately, there is no conclusive answer. However, one theory is that the flat, round stalk scars on its rhizomes were once believed to look like the ancient symbol of King Solomon. Nowadays, people are typically drawn to its dangling, greenish-white flowers and graceful arching stems. As a bonus, they can add an unusual structural appearance to any shade garden.  It also has just the look you need if you're planning to build a shade garden. Either way, this perennial won't soon be forgotten! Does It Like Sun Or Shade This flower prefers an area of partial to full shade, so the best location for it would be a woodland garden or shaded areas of your backyard. Where does it grow best? It thrives well in areas with slightly moist, well-drained garden soils with organic matter. It thrives well in woodland gardens. What kind of fertilizer is best for it It grows best with a balanced slow-release fertilizer. Adding a thin layer of compost or well-rotted manure in early spring can also supply it with the nutrients that should support its vigorous growth. Does it multiply It repopulates through rhizomes. It will germinate and grow into clusters, which are very easy to transfer and extend around your yard. What Grows Well With It Solomon's seals are ideal for planting with other shade-loving flowers like ferns, hostas, and astilbes. It also works well with the spring bells such as trilliums and violets, making the woodland garden very beautiful.

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