Marion Stewart

Home and Garden Balcony Spaces

Now is the time to consider what would work for next year for those who are considering creating a garden room on that balcony or rooftop area of your home, apartment or condo. Your balcony backyard is becoming more and more popular and with a little attention, can become a focal point of your home and wonderful area for entertaining. Because balconies are usually quite small, space is a major design consideration. The... (posted by Marion 2 years 35 days ago.)

Balcony & Rooftop Gardens

Before you get started with either your balcony garden or gardening on your rooftop, there are some very important factors to consider. Firstly, and of course the most obvious, make sure that the structure can withstand the weight and the rooftop will not be comprised with anyone walking on it, let alone creating extra weight or watering difficulties. Most apartment and condominium balconies will definitely support... (posted by Marion 2 years 162 days ago.)

Special Plants for Large Containers

Containers are so versatile often we design with a combination of plants, however, to add special interest for an overall display, consider including some large plants or special plants and grow them in a single pot or garden planter. Create a distinct break between your patio or terrace and turn this into an outdoor room. This can be accomplished by incorporating large garden... (posted by Marion 2 years 223 days ago.)

Theme Container Gardens for the Deck and Patio

Creating your own container garden can be so much fun, especially if you think of using themes. Consider showing off your style with a small kitchen garden, or create an outdoor pot designed to attract hummingbirds or to welcome butterflies. Our beings are drawn to beautiful scents, what about a container giving off wonderful fragrances. Culinary containers or kitchen gardens are especially handy as a... (posted by Marion 2 years 238 days ago.)

Create Stunning Container Garden Designs

You certainly have a feeling of great abundance with you see plant-packed containers on your deck, patio or in your garden. There is nothing like container gardens to link the indoors and outdoors between home and garden. Today, we all want to see out outdoor space turned into a wonderful new addition to our homes. After choosing the right planters, pots and containers from a wide range of materials, styles... (posted by Marion 2 years 301 days ago.)

Container Garden Watering Systems

Here are a few tips for effective watering of plant containers and pots. The larger the planter, the less watering they will require over time. If they are placed in the shade, then the need for water will be greatly reduced. When you do water, make sure that you water thoroughly, flood until water comes out the bottom, and then repeat. Make sure that your hoses are easily accessible; you don't want to drag them... (posted by Marion 2 years 315 days ago.)