Flower Bed Design and Planting

Climate Zone

• Be aware of the climate zone in which you live so that you make the right purchasing choices. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has divided the country into 11 zones based on temperature. Consider water usage, dates of last frost in your region and the amount of sun your garden receives each day.

Considerations

• Keep your flower bed interesting by planting flowers of varying height. In the center add texture with plants that showcase wide leaves in variegated colors. Near the edges use border plants that grow lower to the ground and offer bold colors. Annuals, which must be replanted each season, are good choices for instance color.

Natural Style

• Create depth by incorporating rocks within the plant design. Add ornamental grasses to grow close to the rocks creating a garden that has a free flowing and less formal composition. Finally -- choose plants that attract hummingbirds and bees to complete your new flower bed.