Outdoor space maintenance should be of great importance for every homeowner. There are various ways for you to decorate your backyard and make your property look more presentable. However, if you don’t want to invest a lot of money and time in yard maintenance, you should consider planting a garden.
Depending on the quality of soil on your property, you can plant various flower types in your backyard for decorative purposes. But, keep in mind that you should provide ideal conditions for your flowers if you want them to grow and stay in your garden for a long time. If you’ve never thought about gardening before, it’s advisable to learn more about plants and how to take care of them. Companies like Woolmans have a wide variety of plants and flowers for sale, with care details such as what month to plant out and the preferred conditions of the plant too. You should follow these instructions carefully and ensure to plant all flowers on time and water them according to their needs. As soon as you start planting in your garden, you will realize that this is one of the most mindful and calming hobbies.
Sunflowers
If you stop and think about this type of flower, your first association is probably a large sunflower field. We see them all the time when we’re traveling across the country. But did you know that they’re also popular garden flowers? Sunflowers are perfect plants for gardening because you need to plant them outdoors. They require a lot of sunlight for successful growth and an inch of water per week. Consider planting a few sunflowers on the west side of your garden because that area usually gets the most sunlight.
Lilies
No matter where you are in the world, you will be able to find lilies in your local plant store. You can plant different types of lilies, or choose to focus on one specific type. They commonly grow in white, pink, yellow and orange colour and are sometimes referred to as naked lady flowers. There are over 40 types of lilies in this family of flowers, which makes them ideal for your garden. They are popular because they also don’t require daily watering. You can grow them in flowerpots or place them directly into the ground.
Pansy
If your goal is to plant a colourful garden, pansies should be on your gardening list. Their fragrance is unforgettable, and you can place them in a container and keep them inside the house. Pansies are colourful, and it’s easy to distinguish them from other flower types. Their colour patterns are beautiful and unique.
You won’t be able to plant all your flowers at once. When the time comes, and you want to decorate your garden, keep in mind that pansies perform best in cooler weather. Most gardeners choose to plant them in spring or fall. If you want your pansies to grow strong and beautiful, it’s advisable not to plant them in the middle of the summer.
Lavender
Planting lavender in your garden can be beneficial. Soft purple colour can’t be easily avoided, which is a great addition to its beautiful bloom and a lovely fragrance. But, most gardeners choose to plant lavender for its curative properties.
Plant lavender near your garden beds and use it to repel the most common garden pests. Mosquitoes and ticks won’t come near this plant. Cabbage moths and mice do not fancy the lavender scent either. You can grow lavender and use it to make essential oils, or plant culinary lavender and add it to your most famous summer deserts.
Marigold
There’s a reason why so many gardeners choose to plant marigold around other flowers or vegetables. Marigold flowers will annihilate pests both below and above the ground. Another reason to plant marigold is that it will grow regardless of the type of soil.
Marigold is a perfect flower to plant during the fall. Keep in mind that it needs lots of sunlight. Try to give them a good soak once a week, but don’t forget to water the soil instead of the flowers.
Gardenia
Jasmine is well known for its fragrance, but for some people, the scent can be overwhelming. Instead of planting jasmine in your garden consider gardenia plant as your best alternative. Gardenia’s flowers are the feast for the eyes, and they will look beautiful no matter where you decide to plant them. They need a lot of sunlight, but the flowers will also appreciate shade during warmer months. Gardeners around the world adore these flowers because they require little to no care and attention.
Sweet pea
Sweet pea is a climbing plant, and it can grow from one to two meters during their season. However, they do need a lot of sunlight and soil that is rich in nutrients and minerals that will help them grow. Unfortunately, they only live for a year. But, don’t let that discourage you, because they’re easy to grow. Planting them each year won’t take a lot of your time, and it won’t take long before you notice beautiful flowers in your backyard. Plant sweet peas on your garden fence because their climbing abilities will allow them to stay attached. They require a lot of water, but their colourful blossoms will compensate for your effort.
Cosmos
Cosmos is easy to grow, and it won’t take long before you learn about the benefits of this plant. People who want to grow a vegetable garden in their yards should consider planting cosmos near the garden beds. Cosmos will attract a variety of helpful insects that can chase away or deter other harmful bugs and insects. For example, lacewings will consume soft-bodied insects that may destroy your plants or transmit disease. Orange cosmos flowers will attract these helpful insects, so make sure to plant them near your garden beds.
Roses
Roses are one of the most popular flowers in the world. You can see them in every flower shop, and many gardeners choose to cultivate these flowers in their yards. Roses are well known for their strong fragrance and thanks to the shape of the petals it’s fairly easy to distinguish them from other flowers.
It takes about four to six weeks for the rose cutting to take root and develop a new set of leaves and flowers. Roses will grow only in rich soils, and they require a lot of moisture during hot summer days.
Invest in garden watering products if you need to water a lot of flower types daily. Don’t forget that you will have to provide a lot of care and attention and trim them at least once a month. Along with watering products, you should equip yourself with adequate gardening tools.
Tulips
Just like roses, tulips require daily watering and care. It’s vital to plant them before the ground freezes, but do not put them in the ground during the summer. If you plant them on time, they will start blooming in the spring. Tulips are beautiful, and you can use them to make a bouquet for a loved one. Place them inside the house if you wish, but it’s advisable to grow them in your garden. Tulips will grow in your backyard for years, which makes them ideal if you want to plant a long-lasting garden.
Conclusion
Taking care of flowers and ensuring they get enough moisture and sunlight is not always easy. But, with adequate watering and gardening tools, you won’t have to spend a lot of time in your garden. Your flowers will decorate your outdoor space, and some may protect you and other plants from annoying insects. Learn more about gardening, and start growing your flowers as soon as the weather allows.
