Flower Love

You may wish to make a few enquiries before planning your Summer garden. Some plants like a lot of sun while some will get killed by it. Depending on where you live, then the amount of sun that gets to your Summer garden may vary widely. You can also create micro-climate zones in your garden. Under a large tree would be great for plants that enjoy shade, while an elevated rock bed would make a great home for succulents or cacti. Most plants have flowers but it's usually the bright and colourful ones we choose for our Summer gardens. As you purchase and plant your garden, place similar needs plants closer together. That way you can control those micro-climate zones much better. Water is also a factor in this. You may need to supplement certain areas of your garden with additional hand watering. If you can locate these types closer to your house, then you won't have to go our and buy hundreds of extra yards of garden hose! A lot of garden books will offer info on which flowers may be planted together. You will also want to plant flowers that you like so you can pick a lot of bouquets throughout the Summer.