Flower Gardening

When flower gardening summer plants need a bit of pampering to get the most from them. Regular watering is essential, especially in the early stages when the plants are establishing a root system. In the absence of rain, a thorough watering twice a week is generally sufficient for the plants in the ground, but those in containers may need a daily soaking if the weather is hot and dry. Early evening is the best time for this as less water will evaporate from the compost in the cooler night temperatures.

It is also vital to feed regularly - this helps produce healthier plants and lots more blooms, so it's well worth the effort.

Dead heading is important. Most varieties of plants will do their best to produce seed, this diverts the plants energy from budding to seed production and it will, after a while, virtually stop budding. So as soon as you notice fading blooms pinch them off at the base of the stalk.

Take a look at these articles on flowers:

Growing Azaleas
Growing Clematis
Growing Fuchsias
Growing Geraniums
Growin Hydrangeas
Growing Lilacs
Growing Petunias
Growing Rhododendrons
Growing Roses