More Square Foot Gardening with Mel Bartholomew

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Key insights about video More Square Foot Gardening with Mel Bartholomew

🌱 A patio garden can be created on a small area by building raised beds and filling them with potting soil.

🌱 Adding a focal point, such as a four-tiered garden, can enhance the aesthetic appeal of a patio garden.

🌱 Different sizes of frames can be used to create a tiered effect in a patio garden.

🌱 Cascading plants can be planted in a tiered garden to create a visually appealing cascading effect.

🌱 White plastic strips can be used to divide a patio garden into square-foot areas.

🌱 Adding flowers to a patio garden can create a focal point and add beauty to the garden.

🌱 Mixing vegetables with flowers in a patio garden can create a visually interesting and diverse garden.

Timestamped Summary

00:01 The host mentions that many people have installed a square foot garden on their patios and asks Mel what his latest thinking is on dressing up a garden like this.

01:10 Mel explains how he built a square foot garden on his patio using bricks, sand, and individual four by four raised beds. He filled the beds with potting soil and started planting flowers and vegetables.

01:32 Mel introduces the focal point of the garden, a four-tiered garden structure built with four by four, two by four, three by three, two by two, and one by one wooden frames. These frames can be arranged in different ways to create a tiered effect.

02:07 Mel demonstrates how to lay each layer of the wooden frames on top of each other to create a tiered effect. He also explains how he used a square to make sure the structure stays square.

03:01 Mel explains that they will be adding a lot of flowers to this garden because it is a focal point. He demonstrates how the flowers will grow and cascade over the tiers, creating a beautiful view from any angle.

03:39 Mel shows the different plants they have planted in the garden, including baby lettuce, dusty miller, black-eyed Susans, and peppers. He mentions that mixing vegetables with flowers can create a unique and beautiful garden.

04:11 Mel suggests adding a few vegetables along with the flowers to create an interesting mix in the garden. He highlights the cascading effect created by the flowers and mentions that it almost looks like a cascading waterfall.

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Q&A

What is the latest thinking in dressing up a garden?

The latest thinking in dressing up a garden is to build a focal point, such as a tiered garden, to add visual interest and create a showcase garden.

How do you build a tiered garden?

To build a tiered garden, start by laying down bricks and sand to create a base. Then, nail together two by sixes to build up the tiers. Fill each tier with good potting soil and divide it into square feet for planting. Add a focal point, such as a four-tiered garden made from different-sized frames.

How can I create a cascading effect in my garden?

To create a cascading effect in your garden, you can plant flowers and vegetables that will grow and cascade over the tiers. Using strips of white plastic, divide the square-foot areas and plant flowers that will fill their space and cascade over the tiers, creating a beautiful and visually appealing garden.

What types of plants can I include in my tiered garden?

In a tiered garden, you can include a variety of plants such as flowers, vegetables, and herbs. Choose plants that will fill the space and cascade over the tiers, adding color and visual interest to your garden.

Can I build a tiered garden on a small patio?

Yes, you can build a tiered garden on a small patio. By using a square-foot gardening method, you can maximize the space available and create a beautiful garden even in a limited area.