Adam The trick of landscaping is in getting all the elements to work together. Colors and forms shouldn’t clash, but instead create a harmonious picture. This can be especially difficult when you need to work with the natural features of the land. A white bark tree can be the stunning solution to a landscaping problem. White …
Hyacinths are seen by many as a symbol that Spring is on its way. These delicate flowers come in a full range of colors – white, red, yellow, pink, purple, orange, green, or multi-colored. Hyacinthias originate from Turkey and love the warm weather. In the 16th century, they were discovered by botany lovers and brought …
Sweet Peas are one of the defining plants in the language of flowers (a popular Victorian concept that assigned meanings to every type and shade of flower). They were so popular and sought after during the Victorian era that their popularity has carried on for well over 100 years into the modern day. Sweet Peas …
Most plants and flowers are associated with different emotions or parts of life, and as such, they all harbor different symbols and meanings, which can then be used to convey certain sentiments or messages. These meanings and symbols can vary depending on the culture, but they will usually have an overall similar association. So what …
It can be disappointing to spend your time working to create a beautiful garden, only to find you can’t enjoy it fully when you stop in the evenings. As the sun starts to set and the temperatures drop, flowers tend to close up for the day, leaving your lovely garden looking a little empty. If …