Creative Flower Garden Design Ideas

It always gives great pleasure to the gardeners to add some new design ideas to their gardens. There are a lot of ideas which can be added to the garden. Some of them need much time to give them a finishing touch, while others need just a moment, but all of them help in beatifying the garden.
Here are some of the most popular and unique garden design ideas. Gardeners can use them to make the garden look wonderful and attractive, and also to add style to the landscape.
1.The Rose Walk
If you have enough space in your garden then constructing a chain of three to five arches of uneven-cut cedar, and planting the climbing roses at each foundation is the good idea to make garden look attractive. The path surrounded by them, could be grassy, flagstone, or pea gravel. If you like, you can also use thyme or chamomile as a path.
2.A Florid Patio
Another great idea is to place the big square stones close together giving a little space between them and utilize the open areas for planting creepers, herbs, and other low-growing plants. Violets and pinks thyme looks perfect here. A florid patio is best for small gardens.
3.The Chamomile Lawn
Chamomiles are beautiful and scented plants that give their strong scent when walked over. Therefore, making a chamomile lawn or chamomile path is a wonderful idea for designing a garden.
4.The Laburnum Walk
Planting the yellow hanging flowers or laburnum on the sides of walkways is a great idea. It adds romance to the garden as these flowers make the tunnel affect of a traditional laburnum walk. If you do not want to plant laburnum then you can go for easy-to-grow vine plants.
5.Morning Glory for Quick Coverage
Annual vines, such as morning glory, not only give colorful flowers but also make a quick coverage over an unattractive wall, shed, or fence. You just need to twine a wire upright from the top to the base, and sow the plant seeds just a few inches away from the base of the wire. This plant is very fast growing and gives splendid flowers in the mid-summer.
6.A Rock Garden on the Flat
Generally, rock gardens are made on hillsides to keep the soil in place. The low-growing alpine plants grow well in the spaces of a rock garden.
However, you can also make a rock garden on a flat surface. The plants in it grow vertical and the attractive stones are more visible. Also, weeding and cultivating become easier if stone pathways are made between the beds.
7. A Topiary
Topiary surely adds interest, innovation, and formality to a garden. You can spruce and prepare at least one evergreen into topiary. A lot of informative books are available in stationery shops about the different ways to do this. A garden gate having smaller topiary in iron or cement pots at each side of it provides a graceful welcome.
8.Runner Beans and Sunflowers
Runner beans and sunflowers can be grown side by side. The strong stems of the sunflower provide a support to the beans and both the plants grow up collectively. This idea creates a great interest to the vegetable garden.

Hibiscus Fowers Are Not Just Endowed With Beauty

When Hibiscus flowers are mentioned, many visualize the exotic red blossom pinned in the hair of a woman. The Hibiscus – one of the most beautiful flowers in the world – comes in numerous colors, shapes and sizes. Some have single petals, others double or crested, and some do not open fully. Sizes vary from tiny to 10-12 inches.The flower of each species of the Hibiscus has its own individuality. The colors and the combinations are fabulous. Hibiscus come with romantic names like Sun Showers, Midnight Blue, Silver Shadow and Sunny Moon to name a few.This dream flower is in great demand for decorative purposes, and this demand has developed into a big business.
Hibiscus flowers are not just endowed with beauty. They are useful in many ways. In some countries, Hibiscus are called “shoe flowers.” Perhaps this is because they can be used as black shoe polish. Shampooing with hibiscus flowers is supposed prevent dandruff and stimulate hair growth. There are branded cosmetic products containing the Hibiscus flower extract. And, they are believed to have anti-bacterial properties, as well as correct liver and stomach aliments. There are also claims that the flower acts as laxative and diuretic, relaxes the uterus, controls blood pressure, increases circulation and reduces cholesterol. The high vitamin C content in Hibiscus flowers helps resist colds and chest congestion.
Hibiscus flowers are a possibility as long as you do not live in the frozen north-land. The largest and most colorful flowers grow in the tropical and subtropical areas of the world. However, there are several hundred different species of hibiscus flower. You should be able to find a species or two to fit your location and needs.Hibiscus flowers are a possibility as long as you do not live in the frozen north-land. The largest and most colorful flowers grow in the tropical and subtropical areas of the world. However, there are several hundred different species of hibiscus flower. You should be able to find a species or two to fit your location and needs.

Begonia Flowers

For healthy plants, the soil mix is vital. Geraniums will take any good garden soil in which a little bone meal has been incorporated. Ivies, philodendrons, the Christmas cactus (Zygocaefus truncatus), crassula, hypoestris, crown-of-thorns (Euphorbia splendens) and sansevierias will all be happy in this mixture. For begonias and ferns add leaf mold and a little well-rotted cow manure. If cow manure is not at hand, processed manures under various trade names are available. A piece of broken pot over the hole to insure good drainage and a bit of charcoal for cleanliness complete the growing medium for the plants. Cacti grow best in a soil mix which has as much sand as loam, with a bit of bone meal and ground limestone added.For instance, cacti require very little water; geraniums will grow on the dry side, although they take more than cacti.
Begonias require different amounts according to variety; Begonia foliosa, for example, needs very careful watching, and sometimes will take water twice a day, since the leaves are very delicate and fragile, and wilt the instant the soil becomes dry. On the other hand, every other day may be sufficient to water begonia Mrs. Townsend. African violets are a study in themselves. It has been found that filling the saucers with hot water every morning suits them very well.For instance, cacti require very little water; geraniums will grow on the dry side, although they take more than cacti. Begonias require different amounts according to variety; Begonia foliosa, for example, needs very careful watching, and sometimes will take water twice a day, since the leaves are very delicate and fragile, and wilt the instant the soil becomes dry. On the other hand, every other day may be sufficient to water begonia Mrs. Townsend. African violets are a study in themselves. It has been found that filling the saucers with hot water every morning suits them very well.
At Boatshed Barcelona, in the course of our business as used yacht brokers we sometimes get confronted with very nice challenges. One of the recent ones was Begonia. During 21 years, this very well kept Cape George 38 was the home of her first owner, Bill. When Gert Van den Bergh, owner of Boatshed Barcelona, first came on board, to view and photograph the boat, as they always do with every second hand boat listed at Boatshed, he was already bowled over by the quality of the boat. Bill had the boat built to his personal specifications at the Cecil Lange yard in Seattle, USA. She was then sailed extensively in the Pacific. After crossing the Atlantic, she has had her home base in Spain, first in Majorca and later in Barcelona. From here, she cruised the Mediterranean.

Lavender Is Widely Used To Make Products

Lavender (Lavandula) - only decorative aromatic evergreen shrub. Genus of plants of the family Labiatae (Lamiaceae, or Labiatae). Includes about 25-30 species of lavender. It grows in the Canary Islands in the northern and eastern Africa, southern Europe, Arabia and India. Cultural forms are grown in gardens worldwide. There are thirty nine species of flowering lavender plants which is distributed across Africa, Arabia, SE India, SW Asia, Canary Islands, Cape Verde, Europe and the Mediterranean as well as other parts of the world. Lavender is thought to have originated from Asia and distribution spread from there. Included in the genus annuals are sub-shrubs, small shrubs and herbaceous plants. Due to the forms of lavender planted in gardens around the globe, there are species that grown wild beyond their natural range. Lavender grows well in dry well drained gravel or sandy soils and these plants need no special attention accept some good air circulation and a bit of fertilizer. Lavender that is grown in humid countries tends to develop fungus infections and root rot and do not flourish. Most people grow lavender in their gardens due to the lovely fragrance.

Lavender is widely used to make sachets, soaps, lavender bags for scenting clothes, shampoos and a host of other uses. Latin for lavender is Lavare which means to wash hence the lavender plant has been used for decades to purify the mind, body and soul when bathing in the essence. The plant has also been widely used for medicinal purposes such as fatigue, anxiety, insomnia and depression. The oil of the plant is also used extensively by massage therapist, chiropractic manipulation and acupuncture. For decades pillows were filled with the flowers of the lavender plant in folklore to aid people fall asleep. Studies have been carried out and have concluded that lavender oil does lift the mood of subjects suffering from sleep disorders and that it does promote relaxation. Being massaged with lavender oil results in better sleep patterns, stabilized the mood, reduces anxiety and improves concentration.

When the scent of the lavender plant is inhaled researchers have shown that the scent of the plant has a soothing, sedative and calming effect. The fragrant smell comes from the oil retained in the small blue violet flowers. Lavender is considered to be an herb. The flowers of the plant are beneficial for a number of ailments which include post operative pain, alopecia and others and the plant has shown to have antiviral as well as antibacterial properties. People that suffer from alopecia used a solution of lavender oil and other essential oils and within seven months of massaging the lotion into their scalps experienced re-growth. Inhalation therapy of the lavender plant is also used to treat headaches, exhaustion and nervous disorders. Fungal infections, acne, muscular pain and wounds are also treated with lavender oil successfully. Patients that were treated with oxygen supplemented with lavender reported that better pain control and people suffering from scaly dry skin lesions improved after using lavender oil.

Health Benefits Of Apricot Flowers

Apricots are a good source of dietary fiber with insoluble cellulose and lignin in the skin and soluble pectin's in the flesh. The Apricot's creamy golden color comes from deep yellow carotenes including beta-carotene that make the fruit a good source of vitamin A. Apricots also have vitamin C and iron. Cyanogenic glycosides which is found in most stone fruit seeds, bark, and leaves are found in high concentration in Apricot seeds. The drug laetrile, a purported treatment for cancer, is extracted from apricot seeds. As early as AD 502 apricot seeds were used to treat tumors and in the 17th century apricot oil was used in England against tumors and ulcers. Seeds of the Apricot grown in central Asia and around the Mediterranean are so sweet that they may be substituted for almonds.

Apricot Flowers are said to be a native of China and has spread to Pakistan, India, Iran, Egypt & Greece. It is abundant in Himachal Pradesh, Kashmir, Kullu and Shimla. Apricots belongs to the sub-acid class. It is somewhat acid in its raw state, but its acidity decreases and the sugar content increases in the process of ripening. The Apricots are regarded as a nutritious and tonic food and enjoys world wide popularity. The Apricot Kernels, which yields an oil similar to that of the almond, have been widely used for their sedative, antispasmodic that gives relief to strained muscles and demulcent or soothing properties. Apricots are useful in the healing of wounds, in expelling worms and as a general tonic. Apricots have an alkaline reaction in the system. They aid the digestion, if consumed before a meal. The Apricot is an excellent food remedy for anaemia on account of its high content of iron. The small but essential amount of copper in Apricot makes iron available to the body. The production of hemoglobin could be increased in the body by liberal use of Apricots.

Apricot Flower is a good source of the Vitamins, i.e. B Complex, riboflavin and niacin as well as vitamin C. The nut of the Apricot is rich in protein and fat and is considered as valuable as any other nut. Apricot contains 40 to 45 per cent of an oil which is practically identical with almond oil in its physical as well as chemical properties. There's a good chance that people can 'catch' cancer also if they're exposed to high levels of radiation. There are over 100 types of cancer today, and they attach to various parts of the human cells and tissue. A person's chance of preventing cancer must come from natural organic, and highly nutritious foods that enhance the defenses of these cells and tissues. A person's body today is exposed to thousands of pathogens and chemical agents that can harm the major organs and even activate or increase the growth of cancer cells. With the help of nutritious foods like Wheat Grass, Barley Grass, as well as Apricot Kernels, every person now has a fighting chance against highly infectious diseases and serious illnesses.

Peach Blossom Is Tremendous Beautiful

Tao Hua Dao in Mandarin Chinese, is part of the Zhoushan archipelago located in northeastern Zhejiang Province.The island south of the biggest Zhoushan island one (Dinghai Island), just represents 42 square kilometers but is a marvel of botanical diversity, lush sceneries of natural rich flora and fauna. Spreading throughout the island, the stones are today the center of a legend that I learnt from our tour guide. Indeed, by touching the stones, people would find luck in seeking for love, an idea coming from the fact that the words "peach blossom" (tao hua) suggest romantic love encounters. I had the chance to see and touch one of these precious and legendary stones on my trip to Tao Hua Dao when I was visiting the rocky coastline of boulders and Buddhist legends. In this place, the scenery was just astonishing: huge bay with rock formations, clear water, green and bright vegetation intertwining with the typical Chinese pagodas and temples - the sights exceeded my expectations indeed!

Everywhere, some lion-like and turtle-like rock formations could be seen. The area was made of black wooden pathways standing out in sharp contrast with the beige rocks and the lush vegetation. Our attention was also taken on the other legends of the place, telling about Guan Yin Princess who ashamed herself after being seen by a young man while bathing in the sea. Spending a week on Zhoushan Island, I had the opportunity to spend 3 days and 2 nights on Peach Blossom Island. When I was very young,I saw a lot of peach blossom.I like them quite much,then picked some in the vase.It is an interesting thing. Little souvenirs shops and dragon-turtle statues on the way to the top give the place a special taste not looking like every other tourist places in China. The site wasn't crowded with tourists, so we could enjoy our time at its best point there and take everlasting pictures.

Peach blossom is beautiful,the most I have seen are pink.They are so little but quite clean.In the past,every in Spring Festival,lots of peach blossom would be seen.Those beautiful flowers enriched happy atmosphere in festival. Spring is the season of flower,the world of flower.But once people put forward Spring,they will think of peach blossom.As it flowers in the early Spring,that is a beautiful scenery,so peach blossom is also a mark when the first season is coming. The Peach Blossom Island is not very extensive, so I could did my trip mainly on foot or taking a little private bus sometimes. While visiting the island, I could have the chance to discover that it was also the most popular site for shooting Chinese movies and TV series! What a sight I had in here, really! Any traveler looking for some typical Chinese views would be delighted by the sight I had the tremendous chance to admire! We could enter the site, walking on the banks of a waterlily pond near to old Chinese stilt houses shaded by ancient trees, cobbled streets and other typical movie-like Chinese relics that any traveler to China can have in mind!

How To Care For Cymbidium

Cymbidiums are very special orchids. Due to the fact that they naturally grow in the Himalayan region, cymbidiums capacity to adapt to cool temperatures makes them the ideal plant for orchid growers in many countries with a temperate climate. Indeed, while most orchid species would feel badly in temperatures close to 50 degrees Fahrenheit, cymbidium can easily endure in an ambience close to 40 degrees Fahrenheit. These flowers can look good for more than two months after being cut. If you're looking to grow one of these orchids, there are a few things you need to know beforehand. This article will teach you how to care for cymbidium orchids. In the wild, these orchids are found in tropical and subtropical parts of the world. You should provide a temperature around 80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day. The temperature should be much cooler at night. Try to keep it between 50 and 65. These plants are quite hardy, so they can survive exposure to temperature extremes for a short period of time.

Cymbidium orchids are commonly used for corsages or cut flowers because of their large flowers. One spike may have up to 30 flowers, each one measuring between four and six inches. Cymbidium orchids like to consume a lot of water and stay moist. Therefore, you should water them frequently. Make sure you drench the pot thoroughly. This is especially important during active growth from March until October. During the cooler months, you can keep the pot a little less wet. Cymbidium orchids bloom best when kept in their pot. Therefore, you shouldn't disturb the plant too much. You should only repot when the pseudo-bulbs are up against the edge of the pot. You should wait to repot after the plant has bloomed. After you have successfully repotted the orchid, you should water it lightly.

Concerning water and light, cymbidium orchids have some particularities about their needs if we compare them to other orchid kinds. During spring and summer, your cymbidium orchid will need more water than other orchid kinds do. A good recommendation is to place your cymbidium plant in a slatted basket with good water drainage. This way, their roots will have a good deal of air circulation, too. Regarding light, the most remarkable difference to other orchid species is that cymbidiums can endure the direct rays of the sun, provided that the atmosphere is not stiffly hot. Cymbidium orchids are very beautiful flowers and can be easily grown with the right knowledge. Using the proper cymbidium orchid care techniques is critical to the health of all your cymbidium orchids. If you plan on growing magnificent and beautiful orchids you will need to learn some of these basic and simple cymbidium orchid care strategies. I will explain how easy it is for anyone to grow beautiful and amazing cymbidium orchids with just a little bit of knowledge.

Rose Has Different Meanings

Rose is perhaps the most beautiful creation of nature. Rose comes in a variety of colors and has different meanings. A rose bouquet is the best gift you can give to your dear one. Nothing expresses your sentiments better than a rose bouquet as roses make bold and passionate statements. When in love, send a rose bouquet to that special person, roses say the things you have always wanted to but were not bold enough to say so. One look at the ravishing rose bouquet and that special person will understand your sentiments. For this reason a red rose bouquet is frequently sent on Valentine’s Day. You can also send a box of chocolates or a chocolate cake along with the rose bouquet to make your Valentine’s Day gift even better. Red rose bouquet can be sent on any occasion; no matter what the occasion is, red rose bouquet carries the message "you are always in my heart and my thoughts".

Normally in a husband-wife or boyfriend-girlfriend relationship, it is the male who gives roses to the wife or girlfriend. Since Jesus is considered the Bridegroom in His relationship with His church, it would thus be Jesus coming to us to give us the flowers. However, in this case, God may be going one step further in allowing this analogy to be made of His Son. While rose gold has already been declared a trend for spring and summer of 2011, bangles, dangling earrings, and chunky cuffs aren't the only place this precious metal is popping up. As in all varieties of gold, a gold's color is determined by the alloy used in production. Pure gold is naturally a dull yellow and is far too soft and malleable for use in jewelry. Thus all gold jewelry is an alloy of pure gold with other metals. The karat number, such as 14k or 18k, indicates the gold's purity, or the number of parts of pure gold relative to an alloy metal. A higher karat indicates a higher ratio of pure gold to alloy.

Roses are the traditional gift given on Valentines Day, but they're well-received any time of year. The color and type of rose does carry a meaning, though. Be aware of what you're giving: the color of a rose can have a very different meaning from what you intend. The rose garden found at Castle Hex in Belgium was the recipient of the World Federation of Roses Garden Award in 1997. Surrounding the castle is a French-style garden which contains species of roses that have been collected from around the world. You won't have to go very far to find silver roses; with just a few searches on the Internet, you will discover a whole host of sites catering to these hand-crafted creations. Silver roses are popular gifts throughout the year and for the discerning rose collector, they are a must have.