How to Organize Your Garden

by Pol Bishop Cleaning Tips and Information

Let me periphrase the famous quote “Behind every successful man there is a woman”. So, here is what I can say to all beginning gardeners - “Behind every successful garden there is good planning”. As you probably know the arranging of a yard is not a simple act. There are numerous things to consider when you do the planning. Shape and size, trees, garden fountain, hardscape and softscape obstacles and, of course, the flowers. All of these components should fit to your taste, but also according some simple aesthetic rules. A good plan and clear idea for your garden can save you a lot of trouble later. As transplanting is stressful for the flowers and time-consuming for the gardener, make sure to avoid it.

Following some simple points will not only ensure a great garden look, but also healthy and easy-to-maintain plants. So, what are the things, which need your full attention?

First and very important step is to draw a map of your garden. Do it on a graph paper and label all the areas of low and high ground. Mark the sites with low and high sunlight as well.

Make a full list of all the plants, which you want to grow in your garden. Herbs, bushes, vegetables or flowers – include all of them in the list. Then decide how you want to place them – divided in many mini gardens or organized in a complex site. Use the map to draw any points of interest.

Now an extremely important step is to choose the right ground for all the different plants. Make sure all your choices are based on plants growing in sun and water conditions. Then carefully decide where to put the different types of flora. Shade-loving plants should be placed in darker areas, as all the sun-loving ones sited in the most brighter spots of the garden. Remember, all the taller plants should be stationed in the north of the shorter ones. This way you will keep the small flora free to grow without shadows.

Another thing to consider is the soil. According to the expert gardeners in Staines, aggressive plants such as running bamboo, should be placed in planters or surrounded with root barriers. In general, make sure to site all the plants, which need different soil conditions from the ones you have, in a same area. All the others should be placed in their ideal type of soil.