Asian gardens are attractive and charming; their simple look and the use of the natural landscape are making them an awesome model. The lanterns, and tea houses and small bridges are making Asian gardens more attractive. Mountain plants, seashore plants are often used to design a landscape garden, to obtain a picturesque and unique garden. Japanese gardens are well known all over the world and Japanese architectural style is making them more valuable.

Ponds and waterfalls are also an important element in Japanese garden design. Exquisite colors are making harmonious combinations and give the feeling of peace and comfort to Japanese gardens. Ancient Japanese garden style is making these gardens islands of serenity, panoramic landscapes and peaceful garden places are making Japanese gardens an unforgettable garden.

Special cares are necessary to keep your garden in good conditions; you need to mulch your trees and flowers beds with organic material; you must also add nutrients and give the beds a beautiful aspect. Maintain a healthy soil to have beautiful plants and avoid pests; you will be able to avoid many plants diseases and bed insects. If your plants have aphids, spray them with soapy water, then with clear water. The most critical infestation will be solved this way.

It is wise to improve the soil structure with compost; it improves also the soil water holding capacity and aeration. Soil fertility is also very important, as well as the stimulation of healthy roots growth. When you decide to purchase soil improvement products, choose natural and organic products; avoid chemical additive. If you use inorganic products, it produces a toxic buildup of chemicals in drinking water and soil.

When you decide to purchase plants for your garden, try to find the well adapted plants for your soil type. Remember the temperature range, sun exposure and also the shade areas. When you landscape your garden, you can have a return up to 190% of the initial investment. It is always wise to plant trees near your house; growing trees save energy shading your house in the summer and let the sun shine through in the winter, for warmth. Be careful when you plant trees near your house; their position near the walls and outdoor rooms is very important; the trees will help you to save money by shading your house in an appropriate way.

As always, gardening is a sanctuary because it removes us away from the stress of modern life; harmony with nature is essential. Efficient gardening means to combine old gardening tips modern methods. Learning more about gardening means also to become more efficient, to make your gardening experience a chance to enjoy the beauty of your flowers and the favors of your fruits.

Gardening is also an art; garden design is respected and considered a great art, not only in Japan, where skills such as flower arrangement - ikebana is well known and constantly developed. Landscaping, meaning the arrangement of ornamental plants around houses is also really appreciated in respected all over the world.