When you think of landscape plantings with red berries, holly is probably the first one that comes to mind, especially around Christmas time. But there are other amazing plants that you should consider if you’re looking to add something with bright red berries to your outdoor living spaces. Here are six top choices of red... The post The Best Red Berry Bushes and Plants for Your Yard appeared first on Pond and Garden Ideas ..read more

Fall container gardens are an easy, creative way to bring the beauty of the season to your doorstep, patio, or balcony. From vibrant mums and ornamental cabbages to trailing ivy and rustic grasses, there are endless ways to design unique autumn containers that capture the essence of fall. Discover an array of beautiful ideas to... The post Discover an Array of Beautiful Fall Container Ideas appeared first on Pond and Garden Ideas ..read more

One of my favorite types of gardens is an old English cottage garden that looks a little messy but has an organized chaos about it. Today’s garden tour from HollandGreen Landscapes hails from Oxfordshire and will make you feel as though you’re in a Jane Austen movie. Photo by HollandGreen Landscapes   This award-winning landscape... The post Tour a Charming English Cottage Garden in Oxfordshire appeared first on Pond and Garden Ideas ..read more

Hello readers! I’m excited to share a new gardening book with you, A Year in Bloom by Lucy Bellamy. I’m giving away a copy of this beautiful book about flowering bulbs to one lucky reader. All you need to do to be entered to win is leave a comment at the end of this post.... The post Fantastic Flowering Bulbs for Every Season: First Book Giveaway! appeared first on Pond and Garden Ideas ..read more

Now is a great time to plant fall-blooming perennials in your garden. Consider color, height, sun, and watering requirements before choosing your plants. When it comes to gardening, a little planning goes a long way. Today I’m sharing some of my favorite fall perennials to give your garden a pop of color in autumn. Black-eyed... The post Best Fall-Blooming Perennials for a Fantastic Autumn appeared first on Pond and Garden Ideas ..read more

While most gardeners focus on their flower beds in the spring and summer seasons, don’t sell your garden short in autumn. A variety of stunning fall annual flowers are just waiting to call your garden home. They’ll reward you with amazing color when your summer flowers fade in the cooler temperatures. Cosmos This dainty bloom... The post Stunning Fall Annual Flowers: Best Picks For Your Garden appeared first on Pond and Garden Ideas ..read more

Located in the heart of Rockford, Illinois lies the beauty and serenity of the Anderson Japanese Gardens. I only recently heard about this Japanese garden despite having lived here most of my life. Hubby and I took a day to visit the gardens which is just an hour from our house – perfect for a... The post Explore Tranquility and Serenity at a Beautiful Japanese Garden appeared first on Pond and Garden Ideas ..read more

If you’re like me, you’re missing your garden right about now. You long for the smell of fresh dirt and the joy of clipping herbs for your favorite recipes. See how to grow your favorite culinary herbs inside the house so you can continue to enjoy the satisfaction of gardening on a smaller scale. Select Your Culinary Herbs Consider the herbs you use most frequently in your cooking, such as basil, rosemary, thyme, or mint. Make sure that the herbs you choose have similar sunlight and water requirements to simplify maintenance. And make sure you have room for all of them. You might need to narro ..read more

Who else has an addiction called gardening? Every weekend I find myself at the garden center to look for more flowers, which is one thing I don’t really need right now, or do I? Today’s trip to the nursery revealed the most dainty bloom of purple perennials – the lovely pincushion flower. When I see something so light and airy, but majestic, I find myself saying “I need this in my life.” Each of us is drawn to certain color palettes when it comes to gardening. I lean toward pinks and purples with a shot of orange or yellow for warmth and vibrancy. Today I’m sharing some of my favorite purple p ..read more

Who’s ready for a beautiful garden tour? Today’s serene and elegant garden by Westover Landscape Design can be found in New York’s Westchester county. I love any garden or yard that takes you on a journey. Rather than an expanse of grass, you find pockets of gardens and places to sit and enjoy the surroundings. Photo by Westover Landscape Design   Brick and stone steps climb a flowered slope in the yard to a quaint patio for dining, enjoying beverages, or simply having spirited conversation. Hydrangeas pair with petunias for a cool blue and lavender color palette. A few white daisies also ..read more