Flower gardens are a wonderful addition to your landscaping. They provide diversity and beautiful colors, and they’ve been proven to help boost your mood! After all the hard work of planting your flower garden you want to make sure it lasts all season long. Here are five ways to to keep your flower garden from dying:
Choose the right location
There are many species of flowers, and they all come with their own unique set of needs. Some flowers need lots of sun, and some flowers prefer shade. When planting your flower garden, pay attention to how much sun and shade your garden receives each day and then choose your flowers accordingly.
Water appropriately
Over or under watering is one of the most common reasons flowers die. If flowers are in direct sunlight, they likely need more water. If they’re planted in the shade, they’ll probably need less water. Most flower gardens need to be watered 2-3 times a week (on average) depending on what point of the season we’re in.
Pro tip: Avoid watering in the heat of the day. Water your flowers in the mornings or evenings to keep them from wilting or scorching.
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Pick flowers suited for your climate
Again, there are so many species of flowers and they don’t all live in the same place. Some flowers do better in hotter, dryer climates and some need a lot of humidity to thrive. Make sure you choose flowers that are either native to your area (best option!) or choose flowers that tolerate your climate. Consider your area’s rainfall too. Some flowers can tolerate heavy rain but not all can!
Trim dead stems and leaves
A great way to keep your flower garden from dying is to trim dead stems and leaves so that it has space to continue to grow. Think of the dead stems and leaves as a dead end. If there isn’t any road left, you can’t keep driving. In the same way, the flowers can’t keep growing.
Have a game plan for summer vacations
It’s unfortunately way too common that flower gardens reach their demise while the family is on summer vacation. Remember, flowers need to be watered 2-3 times a week. Don’t leave your flowers baking in the sun while you’re enjoying your much needed time away. Consider putting a timer on your sprinklers or asking a neighbor to water while you’re away.
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