Nothing is more beautiful than home grown plants. Flowers, plants and herbs make an excellent addition to any size home. From homes with yards large enough for gardens to simple flower boxes on decks or patios, gardening is rewarding. The basics of growing plants are actually quite simple, so starting a garden isn't as daunting a task as you might believe, especially if there are resources like software available to help you plan.
The first, and perhaps most important step, is deciding what you to grow. Unfortunately, it is this step that often overwhelms new gardeners. Plants and flowers only thrive under very specific conditions. Climate zones, sunlight, irrigation and soil conditions are just the start. Gardeners must also decide to plant annuals or perennials or even a combination of the two. Almost all flowers are annuals and will need to be replanted on a yearly basis.
As you can guess, new gardeners can literally spend hours researching plant and flower varieties only to discover that what they bought simply won't thrive. Maybe the plant isn't hardy enough for the climate or perhaps it was simply planted in the wrong place. Planning how to plant these flowers together generally requires tons of charts and almanacs, but simple software can make the process much easier.
Instead of trying the trial and error method, it's always a good idea to utilize software designed to help gardeners not only layout their gardens, but to choose plants, flowers and herbs that have the best chance of growing harmoniously in their gardens. Some gardening software provides an encyclopedic knowledge of designing a garden, along with the ease of being able to upload pictures and dimensions to get a good idea of available space.
Garden Design software may have a database of thousands of plants, which provides detailed information regarding the requirements for each plant as well as basic care and watering information. The design function allows gardeners to design a new garden or to import pictures of their existing space. Even better, users can drop and drag pictures of their plants, flowers and herbs, ensuring thorough coverage and allowing the user to visualize the end result of their planting.
Knowledge may very well be the gardener's best weapon. Finding all of the information regarding plant and flower species in one concise location has never been easier. From landscape design, to plant selection and even irrigation plants, garden design software is a powerful design tool and source of information.
Whether you are new to the world of gardening or have years of experience, you are likely to find that knowing what plants will thrive where is the hardest part of planning a successful garden. Be sure you are planting 'smart' by reviewing the latest information on your favorite flower and herb varieties. Who knows, you may find several new favorites in the large database.
Putting in a garden is rewarding, relaxing and fun. Start your project out right by learning all you can about the plants, flowers and herbs you plan to plant.
The first, and perhaps most important step, is deciding what you to grow. Unfortunately, it is this step that often overwhelms new gardeners. Plants and flowers only thrive under very specific conditions. Climate zones, sunlight, irrigation and soil conditions are just the start. Gardeners must also decide to plant annuals or perennials or even a combination of the two. Almost all flowers are annuals and will need to be replanted on a yearly basis.
As you can guess, new gardeners can literally spend hours researching plant and flower varieties only to discover that what they bought simply won't thrive. Maybe the plant isn't hardy enough for the climate or perhaps it was simply planted in the wrong place. Planning how to plant these flowers together generally requires tons of charts and almanacs, but simple software can make the process much easier.
Instead of trying the trial and error method, it's always a good idea to utilize software designed to help gardeners not only layout their gardens, but to choose plants, flowers and herbs that have the best chance of growing harmoniously in their gardens. Some gardening software provides an encyclopedic knowledge of designing a garden, along with the ease of being able to upload pictures and dimensions to get a good idea of available space.
Garden Design software may have a database of thousands of plants, which provides detailed information regarding the requirements for each plant as well as basic care and watering information. The design function allows gardeners to design a new garden or to import pictures of their existing space. Even better, users can drop and drag pictures of their plants, flowers and herbs, ensuring thorough coverage and allowing the user to visualize the end result of their planting.
Knowledge may very well be the gardener's best weapon. Finding all of the information regarding plant and flower species in one concise location has never been easier. From landscape design, to plant selection and even irrigation plants, garden design software is a powerful design tool and source of information.
Whether you are new to the world of gardening or have years of experience, you are likely to find that knowing what plants will thrive where is the hardest part of planning a successful garden. Be sure you are planting 'smart' by reviewing the latest information on your favorite flower and herb varieties. Who knows, you may find several new favorites in the large database.
Putting in a garden is rewarding, relaxing and fun. Start your project out right by learning all you can about the plants, flowers and herbs you plan to plant.
