Tag: garden design

Can You Plant Two Daffodil Bulbs Together?

Posted on 2026-07-232026-07-23 by Bert Swope

Wondering if you can plant two daffodil bulbs together? In many gardens, daffodil bulbs planted in small clusters create a fuller, more natural spring display than single, widely spaced blooms.

How to Create Stunning Displays Over Time With Alliums

Posted on 2025-11-102026-07-06 by Bert Swope

Bring lasting drama to your garden with alliums, low-maintenance perennials that add height, texture, and season-long interest with their striking blooms and sculptural seed heads. From bold backdrops to pollinator-friendly borders, they’re an easy way to create eye-catching displays in gardens, containers, and even wedding arrangements.

Building A Dry Creek Bed For Drainage And Style

Posted on 2025-09-092026-08-03 by Bert Swope

A dry creek bed is a beautiful, low-maintenance way to manage runoff, protect your yard from erosion, and turn muddy problem spots into a natural-looking focal point. With the right rocks, plants, and design, it adds instant charm and lasting curb appeal to any landscape.

Constructing a Backyard Fire Pit for Cozy Winter Evenings

Posted on 2025-09-032026-08-03 by Bert Swope

Turn your backyard into a warm winter retreat with a cozy fire pit that brings friends and family together for glowing evenings, stories, and marshmallow roasting. With the right layout, materials, and safety steps, you can build a beautiful focal point that adds charm, comfort, and lasting value to your outdoor space.

Supporting Native Pollinators With Edible Landscapes

Posted on 2025-08-102026-07-05 by Bert Swope

Turn your backyard into a thriving edible landscape that feeds both your table and the native pollinators your garden depends on. With the right mix of native plants, continuous blooms, and smart habitat choices, you can grow more food while creating a haven for bees, butterflies, and beyond.

All About Alliums

Posted on 2025-07-102026-07-05 by Bert Swope

Alliums bring bold color, sculptural blooms, and easy-care charm to gardens and kitchen beds alike. From edible favorites like garlic and chives to showy ornamentals, these versatile plants deliver beauty, flavor, and pollinator-friendly impact with very little fuss.