How to arrange flowers in a flowerbed: experienced gardeners are reluctant to share this valuable knowledge

06.07.2023 14:19

It would seem that what could be simpler than planting a flower bed on the lawn in front of the house?

However, even in such a seemingly simple matter, there are rules, warns the expert of the online publication BelNovosti, scientist-agronomist, landscape designer Anastasia Kovrizhnykh .

For example, when placing flowers in a flowerbed, you should at least remember that they are compatible in height.

Otherwise, some plants will block others, and it will be impossible to create a composition that pleases the eye. Plant the tallest annuals at the back, if the flowerbed is round - in the center.

If the plants belong to the same species, place them in groups.

Flowers
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Try to choose flowers for your flowerbed so that they bloom from early spring until the frosts arrive.

An approximate order could be: crocuses, iberis, tulips, daffodils, phlox, lobelia, marigold, petunia, etc.

If you follow these guidelines, you will be able to create a functional flower bed throughout the entire gardening season.

Elena Shimanovskaya Author: Elena Shimanovskaya Editor of Internet resources