How To Start A Garden

  
First Things First

One of the first things to be done when you decide to plant a garden is to choose the types of flowers you want to see blooming. In the United States, the following are among the most popular types of garden flowers:

1.Cosmos - These are flowers that may grow from 12 inches to 4 feet tall. Perfect for cutting gardens, cosmos are often picked out and used in flower arrangements.

2. Marigold - Yellow, orange, red, or a combination of all colors, marigolds bloom within 45 to 50 days from sowing. They seldom require additional water than what the rain provides.

3. Morning glory - Its heart-shaped leaves may display a variety of colors including white, blue, red, pink, and lavender. Morning glories may grow to over 10 feet high.

4. Sunflowers - Their yellowish-orange petals with a black circle in the middle are eye-catching and they stand out in any garden. Their height may reach 6 feet or over.

5. Zinnias - Because they are constantly blooming, zinnias make great choices for your garden. You will have to water them on a consistent basis if there is not much rain.Be careful so as not to water the leaves because this may cause mold and potentially lead the plant to die.

Of course there are numerous types of flowers for a great garden, but the ones above will help you get started if you are a bit inexperienced