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The plants are all nestled and snug in their beds. You’ve done all the hard work. So now what’s next on the garden agenda? A lot will depend on which zone you live in and the weather patterns you happen to be in. Another variable are the plants you have planted. Some zones will require less watering than others. The general rule of thumb is to just watch your plants for telltale signs of thirst. Wilting is a DEAD give away however, and we don’t want to wait till that happens. I use an old but reliable method by just sticking my finger down into the topsoil to see how much resistance I get. I know the soil needs water if I can’t get to my second knuckle. Water deep to promote strong roots and then wait a day or so. If the weather is exceptionally dry and hot you may need to water every day. This again depends on your plants. Some varieties of herbs grow better in harsh soil conditions. Normally it is beneficial to let the soil dry a little to prevent damaging .. more »

Have you ever taken a walk through a well-made garden? These types of gardens are not only well tended, but there is also a noticeable structure. Small fences, fountains, or statues add to the ambience and beauty of the garden and may help to guide people along or attract their focus to an area. These garden structures are useful additions that add to the attractiveness of a garden, but there is one rule about structures in a garden. The more natural a garden is, the better. This is why it is important to set your garden up for success and let the plants guide the person through the beautiful world of your bit of nature. The way to do this is to have a plan for your garden before it ever gets started. It's important to sit down with a piece of paper and outline how you want your garden to be laid out before you actually get to planting. Too often, people just want to go get 10 or 15 plants they like or find attractive and get to work planting them. This is a lazy .. more »