Idea's & How To's

The majority of garden plants are tolerant of wet soil for short periods of time. It is very natural for many areas to be quite wet in the spring as the ground thaws and the snow melts. However, garden sites that remain wet throughout the year demand the use of moisture-tolerant or even moisture-dependent species. The following is a selection of plant material that enjoy wet soil:

Ground covers are both decorative and problem solvers. Many thrive in shade or where lawns will not grow; others are ideal for preventing soil erosion and weed control. Perennials for ground covers are not usually the herbaceous types that die down in winter but rather evergreen types, woody sub-shrubs and those with winter persistent foliage. Read on for helpful tips!

You can naturally deter mosquitoes from your yard with these pro-tips and if you have more questions about mosquito prevention for your home or garden, feel free to visit your local Garden Gallery location! We would be happy to assist you in making your garden as close to mosquito free as possible!