Looking ahead in 2022

2 years ago

Looking for suggestions ideas to make my church garden even more appealing . Most of what I had in mind I have already accomplished

Featured Answer

saturn333
Original Author

2 years ago

Sort by:Oldest

Comments (14)

cecily 7A
2 years ago
Would you consider removing the smokebush?
saturn333 thanked cecily 7A
Related Discussions
Cottage garden evolution, looking back, looking ahead
Q
Comments (5)
Don't be so hard on yourself. We all learn in different ways, but at least you learn. None of us are perfect, I'll bet it's turning out to be quite lovely. You're creating some future memories for your family, and you don't have idle hands, so keep plugging away. Ask any gardener, the beauty of it lies within the fact that you CAN move things around. It's not permanent persay, so you move something someplace else, it happens alot. I'd love to see pictures of your gardens, I'll bet they're very nice. Good luck to you.
...See More
Looking ahead
Q
Comments (7)
I had found a few websites that listed May 23rd for Columbus and May 29th for Akron and I'm kind of half way between them. In trying to find them again to answer you, I just found one site that recommended subtracting 2 weeks from the first frost date and adding 2 to the last frost date, so maybe I'll try that this fall and next spring. I also found another one that says average last frost for us is Apr 26. I guess the May date is more of an absolute instead of an average. I wonder if I should go ahead and plant my tomatoes outside instead of transferring them to bigger pots.... http://www.victoryseeds.com/frost/oh.html http://usagardener.com/breaking_ground/frost_dates_usa.php http://www.farmersalmanac.com/weather/2007/02/14/average-frost-dates/
...See More
Looking ahead to spring -- big catalogs
Q
Comments (5)
Well, I don't consider Room & Board in the category of the catalogs that have new collections for the seasons -- it doesn't change up everything for the newest color. But their 2012 catalog is out. You might want to check out its web site. Crate & Barrel just had a mailing with some nice spring colors. But I can't remember if there were a lot of new furniture offerings -- I do recall some new colors in items it has had before.
...See More
Elephant ears: looking ahead
Q
Comments (0)
In the past month I've planted several varieties of elephant ears in containers. The labels indicate that at least some of them are perennials, perhaps hardy to zone 8. What should I do with them come fall? Bring them inside? If so, what conditions do they need? I overwinter some tender plants in my basement, which has windows but not bright light; we keep a light on a timer during the day, although I'm not sure how much it helps. Should I add light? Should I remove the bulbs and store them when the foliage dies? Leave them outdoors in their containers? Does it make a difference if the containers are plastic or pottery? If I can keep them alive, I'd like to do that rather than replacing them.
...See More
saturn333
Original Author
2 years ago
Well I do like the "smoke " effect it has do you think it looks disproportionate to the rest of the garden?

Saturn
cecily 7A
2 years ago
last modified: 2 years ago
The rest of the garden shows a strict, formal symmetry. The smokebush stands out from this arrangement. It's a lovely plant, do you have another site for it? And this is your garden and you love the smokebush so just tell me to shove it LOL;)
saturn333 thanked cecily 7A
KW PNW Z8
2 years ago
last modified: 2 years ago
I think your garden looks lovely & peaceful. The smokebush adds a nice color contrast. I see lots of summer flowering - is there anything for fall color? looks very symmetrical & i see a few evergreens in back of garden,. what do you feel is missing?
saturn333 thanked KW PNW Z8
saturn333
Original Author
2 years ago
I do have Dwarf Rose of Sharon behind each bench which blooms in July and lasts a few months. Also I have sedum on the left side of garden. The Yarrow on the right side usually give me a second flowering as do the roses in the back. I am always looking to improve it without over thinking it. I am happy with it in its present state but if someone had a suggestion or two that would make it even better I am always hoping to improve the garden

Saturn
woodyoak zone 5 southern Ont., Canada
2 years ago
I like the smoketree - is there room for another one of the same type on the other side? I think it would look better if there was a pair of them for balance. I really like how the colours are grouped together rather than all mixed up. I think that adds to the peaceful feel of the space. Look for other opportunities to reinforce that - partner the tall flowers on the left…?
saturn333 thanked woodyoak zone 5 southern Ont., Canada
nickel_kg
2 years ago
How beautiful! Would wind chimes be appropriate? a bird feeder in the background?
saturn333 thanked nickel_kg
saturn333
Original Author
2 years ago
This 14" suncatcher cross is usually placed on a Shepard hook in the garden out now for the winter
saturn333
Original Author
2 years ago
frank_laudone
2 years ago
I do like the idea of wind chimes many different types. I guess any would be ok.

Saturn
PRO
Bergen Furniture & Design
2 years ago
Have you put a wood divider in the middle of the preparations for the garden so that the trees and plants can be protected?
frank_laudone
2 years ago
Not really sure what you mean by a divider, placement or reason

Saturn
callirhoe123
2 years ago
The garden is lovely but the smoke bush is out of place. I'd find another place for it and maybe replace with some more yucca.

Related Stories

Looking Ahead: Design Trends in 2010

By Niche Interiors

Full Story

COLOR Colors of the Year: Look Back and Ahead for New Color Inspiration

By Jennifer Ott Design

See which color trends from 2014 are sticking, which ones struck out and which colors we’ll be watching for next year

Full Story

NATIVE PLANTS 5 Ways to Keep Your Native Plant Garden Looking Good All Year

By Benjamin Vogt / Monarch Gardens

It’s all about planning ahead, using sustainable practices and accepting plants as living organisms

Full Story

By Natasha Saroca

3 designers share their thoughts on what looks, finishes and design elements will be on trend in the year ahead

Full Story

408

SHOP HOUZZ 2022 Kitchen Trend: Retro Style Kitchen

By Houzz

Create a nostalgic look in your kitchen with these updated must-haves

Full Story

By Mitchell Parker

Jump-start a remodeling project with ideas for features, styles and products expected to take off in 2022

Full Story

104

WHITE Go Ahead, Mix Brights With Whites

By Kelly Porter

Electrify your space by adding a splash of vibrant hues to your white room

Full Story

LIFE Go Ahead, Eat in Front of the TV

By Lisa Frederick

But at least do it stylishly. A favorite guilty pleasure turns sophisticated with seats, tables and screens designed for a mealtime show

Full Story

FURNITURE On Trend: 8 Furniture Pieces Ahead of the Curve

By Mari Richards

Sinuous curves put a positive spin on negative space in these modern chair and table designs

Full Story

RED Rooms Get Ahead With Red

By Kelly Porter

Energizing and vivacious, red creates intrigue and warmth in modern interiors. Here's how to use it in your own home

Full Story

Looking ahead in 2022

saturn333
Original Author

Comments (14)

cecily 7A

Related Discussions

saturn333
Original Author

cecily 7A

KW PNW Z8

saturn333
Original Author

woodyoak zone 5 southern Ont., Canada

nickel_kg

saturn333
Original Author

saturn333
Original Author

frank_laudone

Bergen Furniture & Design

frank_laudone

callirhoe123

COMPANY

BUSINESS SERVICES

GET HELP

CONNECT WITH US

Looking ahead in 2022

saturn333Original Author

Comments (14)

Related Discussions

saturn333Original Author

saturn333Original Author

saturn333Original Author

saturn333Original Author

COMPANY

BUSINESS SERVICES

GET HELP

CONNECT WITH US

saturn333
Original Author

saturn333
Original Author

saturn333
Original Author

saturn333
Original Author

saturn333
Original Author