Planting a flower garden can add beauty and curb appeal to your
home while providing you with a source of fresh flowers for
floral arrangements. Many people, from young children to the
elderly, enjoy planting and watching flowers grow. Put on a hat
and some sunscreen when setting out to nurture your plants.
Choose the location for your garden. The location can be in full
sun (at least six hours of sunshine a day) or shade; however,
there are more flower options if you choose full sun. The
location should be well-drained, not in an area where water
stands after a rainfall. A flower garden may be against a wall
or fence, or the garden may be an "island" surrounded by grass
in your landscape. Starting with the right tools can make
planting a flower garden easier. At a minimum, you will need a
shovel or spade to dig the earth; a rake to break up clumps,
remove rocks and level soil; and a garden hose. Gloves can
protect your hands from blisters while using hand tools. Design
and Dig Decide on the size and shape of