Not everyone can have or wants to have an outdoor garden. Even if you live in the perfect climate, you may be too busy to tend to flowers and weeds on a daily basis. You might also not have the space, or you might live in an apartment with no balcony or patio. But that doesn’t mean you can’t have some green plants around your home—you just need to create your own flower garden indoors! Here are some tips for making your home feel like an outdoor paradise.
20 Tips
1. Find a sunny spot in your yard for your garden. You’ll need at least six hours of sunlight per day for most flowers.
2. Decide what kind of garden you want. Do you want annuals that will bloom for one season? Or perennials that will come back year after year?
3. Choose flowers that will complement each other in color and height.
4. Purchase quality soil and fertilizer to give your plants a good start.
5. Dig holes that are twice as wide as the roots of your plants.
6. Gently remove the plants from their pots and place them in the holes, making sure to loosen the roots first. Tamp down the dirt around the plant, leaving only the top few inches above the ground.
7. Keep watering your plants regularly until they are established and growing well.
8. Plant bulbs in fall or early spring if you want flowers blooming later on in spring or summer.
9. Deadhead faded blooms on an annual plant so it can produce more flower buds for next year’s show!
10. Mulch around perennial plants to help keep weeds away and moisture close to the root zone
11. Experiment with different planting heights: taller plants (like sunflowers) can go on one side of a path while shorter ones (like daisies) can go on the other side
12. Add some greenery to your garden by adding low-growing evergreens like lavender, thyme, or heather.
13. Bring containers of flowering vines like morning glory outside during the warmer months to create a splash of color indoors when you’re craving some flowers but there isn’t much natural light available indoors.
14. If you want to learn how to grow vegetables too, consider starting with herbs like parsley and mint which grow quickly and don’t require much care – perfect for beginners!
15. Fill out the rest of your garden by adding trees and shrubs for structure and seasonal interest – don’t forget about benches or chairs where you can sit outside in comfort too!
16. Once you’ve planted everything, mulched and watered everything again, it’s time to relax and enjoy the beauty of your new home garden!
17. To make sure your flowers stay beautiful all year round, prune plants before new growth begins in late winter/early spring
18. Give newly planted beds two weeks before fertilizing for best results
19. Don’t forget to water regularly in summer
20. In winter, cover any perennials that are still alive with leaves or straw to protect them from frost. This will also insulate the plants and keep the soil from freezing.
4 Landscaping Styles
Are you looking for ways to add some color and life to your home? A flower garden is a great way to do just that! But where do you start? Here are four landscaping styles that can help turn your home into a bright and cheerful flower garden.
Shrub Style
Shrubs such as lilacs, magnolias, azaleas, or rhododendrons will give the impression of privacy in an outdoor space. Some people even use them as fences. In general, these plants are very hardy and grow well in climates with mild winters and warm summers.
Rock Garden
Rocks will not only provide an interesting surface for climbing plants but also fill up empty spaces that other plants may not be able to thrive in. They offer plenty of nooks and crannies to hide vegetables, herbs, bulbs, or perennials underneath their surface without affecting the view too much
Zen Garden
Zen gardens rely on natural elements like stones or waterfalls rather than flowers themselves. Stone walls or pebbles work well for this type of landscape style. Plants such as mosses, ferns, grasses, and small shrubs should be used sparingly in this design since they would take away from the overall mood created by the flowing water element. If you don’t have room for a big stone wall or waterfall, opt for pots to serve as focal points throughout your yard instead
Container Gardens
Container gardens can be placed indoors (near windows) or outdoors (in sunny areas). As long as there’s enough light available, you’re all set! Containers come in all shapes and sizes so it’s easy to find one that fits both your space and style preferences. You can either stick with one type of plant or vary your containers’ contents for a more colorful display. For example, one container could house flowering annuals while another container could contain fruiting annuals or perennials. It’s important to keep tabs on your containers every few weeks and make sure that the soil stays moist at all times; otherwise, your plants might get stressed out and stop growing.
7 Plants Suitable for Small Spaces
1. Choose flowers that will bloom at different times of the year. This way, you’ll always have something in bloom.
2. Go for a mix of annuals and perennials. Annuals will provide color in the first year, while perennials will come back year after year.
3. Consider your climate when choosing plants. Make sure they can tolerate the conditions where you live.
4. Think about the amount of sun and shade in your garden space. Some plants need full sun, while others do better in partial shade.
5. Pick plants that are appropriate for the size of your space. Don’t try to cram too many plants into a small area – they won’t all thrive. Instead, pick a few plants with varying needs (sun vs. shade), then add more over time as the flower beds fill up.
Flowers planted close together help each other out by sharing nutrients from their roots, so place them according to their height requirements (tallest ones in the back). These plantings also look great mixed with taller flowering shrubs like lilacs or roses.
6. Finally, make sure to choose varieties of flowers that match your taste! Colorful blooms? Earthy tones? Lots of fragrance? There are so many beautiful options out there! You might want to experiment with these popular favorites:
Meadow Saffron: Butterflies love this plant, which is perfect if you want a backyard filled with butterflies. It’s easy to grow, provides lots of summer color, and has an incredible perfume. Meadow saffron is drought tolerant once established and is suitable for both wet soil and dry soil types. It also attracts beneficial insects such as bees and hummingbirds.
Aster: Asters are very versatile – it doesn’t matter what kind of soil you have because they’re adapted to almost any environment! They’re popular around Thanksgiving because the foliage turns deep red in fall. Asters are deer resistant and require little maintenance.
Hibiscus: If you have a sunny spot on your property, hibiscus would be a good choice! The blooms attract birds, and sometimes butterflies. The stems of hibiscus plants are often used to create stunning cut flowers. Although hibiscus can be grown in some shade, it does best in areas with full sun.
7. Combine textures and shapes to keep things interesting! Mixing tall plants with shorter ones creates depth and movement within the flower bed. For example, try planting some feathery artemisia next to tall coneflowers or prairie sage, instead of using all one type of plant. Planting seedlings next to mature plants will encourage faster growth from both sides. Create layered displays by interplanting taller flowering bushes like lilacs with shorter-growing varieties like Shasta daisies or cosmos – this also helps protect the latter against being smothered by the larger bushes above them.
Annuals & Perennials
If you’re not sure where to start, consider adding some annuals and perennials to your garden. Annuals are plants that only last one season, while perennials come back year after year. Both are great options for adding color and life to your garden. Here are some of the best choices for both:
Ivy
A perennial plant, ivy can be trimmed as it grows so it can fit in tight spaces. It’s hardy enough to grow in harsh conditions (think hot summers) but thrives best in humid climates with cooler winters.
Salvia
Salvia is an annual plant with bright blue flowers that grow well in dry climates and full sun exposure. The most popular variety is called ‘Blue Ensign’.
Gladiolus
Another perennial flower choice, gladioli bloom from summer through fall and they come in many different colors: pink, red, white, or yellow. They like full sun exposure but do well even when planted alongside taller flowers or bushes such as roses or peonies. Daffodils are another type of perennial that does well in cold climates.
When planting these bulbs, make sure to put them far enough away from other bulbs so they don’t get too crowded over time and reduce the number of blooms each spring. You can also add flowering vines like morning glory or clematis which will look pretty growing up trellises around your house during the warmer months.
Ground Cover
Your flower garden doesn’t have to be just dirt and flowers. You can also use ground cover to add color, texture, and even protection for your plants. Be sure to choose a ground cover that is appropriate for your climate and soil type. Some popular options include moss, heathers, thyme, daylilies, lamb’s ear, periwinkle, and coleus. For some greenery year-round you might want to look at dwarf conifers or low-growing shrubs like junipers or boxwoods.
For a lush feel in warmer climates consider using ferns as the ground cover in your bed of flowers. And if you need something bright and colorful all year round but don’t want the height of perennials consider using vines like honeysuckle or clematis instead of annuals that need replanting every year.
Roses & Hanging Baskets
Roses are one of the most popular flowers and for good reason. They come in a wide variety of colors, they smell amazing, and they’re just so pretty to look at. Hanging baskets are another great way to add color to your home. They’re easy to care for and can be hung just about anywhere. Fill them with your favorite flowers or plants!
Trees & Shrubs
One of the best ways to bring color and life into your yard is by planting trees and shrubs. Not only will they provide shade and privacy, but they’ll also give you beautiful blooms to enjoy all season long. Here are a few of our favorite picks for adding some extra vibrancy to your garden this year:
Privet
Privet has lovely purple flowers that come out in the late summer months.
Wisteria
Wisteria’s light blue flowers start blooming in early spring and can hang from your trellis or tree branches to create an excellent show.
Dogwood Tree
Dogwoods have delicate white blossoms that come out in mid-spring through early summer. They can be planted as a group or singly depending on what look you’re going for.
Bleeding Heart Plant
These beautiful pink flowers bloom in late winter/early spring and make excellent ground covers or container plants. When planted in groups, their bright colors really stand out against the dark green foliage.
Fuchsia Plant
The vibrant red and pink blooms on these shrubs add tons of color to any landscape! When planted close together they create a gorgeous fuchsia hedge that grows to around four feet tall.
Tulip
Tulips are available in a wide variety of colors so you can pick the perfect hue for your yard!
Pansy
Pansies offer vibrant pops of color with their bright yellow petals contrasted against deep green leaves. Their cheerful presence makes them perfect for borders or mass plantings throughout your garden. You may want to consider starting a little earlier this year so you can watch them grow right before your eyes.
Roses
Roses are one of the most popular flowers because they’re available in many colors and varieties. Though they require more care than other plants, there’s no denying how much joy they bring to those who tend them. The fragrant scent alone is enough reason to love roses, but their multitude of colors ensures that you’ll never get bored with these beauties.
Violet
Violets are one of my favorite types of flowers because not only do they have beautiful purple blooms, but if left unchecked, their creeping vines will creep over every surface it touches!
Bulbs, Berries, Bushes, Edibles & Other Plants
Spring is the perfect time to start planning your home flower garden. Bulbs are a great way to add color and variety to your garden, and they’re easy to care for. Berry bushes are another way to add color, plus you can enjoy the fruits of your labor! Edible plants are also a great addition to any garden – consider adding herbs or vegetables. Finally, don’t forget about annuals and perennials – these will give your garden color all season long. With a little planning, you can create a beautiful and vibrant flower garden that will bring joy to your home all year round!
One of the most common things people do when beginning their own flower gardens is to pick up some bulbs and try their hand at spring planting. These include tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, crocuses (also known as snowdrops), onion sets, garlic sets, and dwarf Callas. If you’re just starting out with bulb planting it may be better if you plant them indoors in pots so that you can monitor their growth and take them out once it warms up outside.
They prefer moderately rich soil with good drainage and should have full sun; if planted in soil with poor drainage then make sure your pot has at least one hole for water to drain out – otherwise, it could cause rot. Make sure not to overwater your bulbs, especially before they sprout. Allow three inches between each bulb. Keep an eye on their progress and remove any moldy leaves. Bulbs are generally fully grown by late summer or early fall when you should remove them from the ground to store indoors until next spring.
Bury the stems approximately two inches deep in well-drained soil that has been loosened prior to placement (unless using a container). You can now place decorative rocks around your new flowers for added beauty! If you live in an area where winters get cold, cover each plant with straw mulch after planting and cut off ends after leaf drop begins next fall.
Conclusion
If you’re looking for a way to add some life and color to your home, consider creating a flower garden. It’s a great project for anyone, whether you’re a gardening novice or an experienced green thumb. To get started, all you need is some space in your yard, some basic supplies, and a little bit of time and effort. Soon enough, you’ll have a beautiful garden that will brighten up your home and provide you with endless enjoyment.
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