Polls in Flower Gardens

Jan 8, 2008

Organic vs Chemical Controls

Gardeners occasionally need a little help in battling plant pests, diseases and weeds. IF you reach for a product, do you use only strictly organic, prefer something organic or natural, follow IPM least toxic guidelines, or do you have no preference and just want something that will do the job? Or maybe you find these distinctions a little confusing. Let's see where we are .... please vote and then check the results!

I strictly use ONLY certified organic products.
I prefer organic or natural but am not 100% strict.
No preference: organic, natural, chemical, whatever is fine.
I use the least toxic control that will be effective.
I'm so confused! I have no idea what all these terms mean!

Results of Organic vs Chemical Controls poll

Sep 29, 2007

Indoor Flower Gardening

During the fall and winter months, do you grow flowers indoors? Enjoy cut flower bouquets? Or do you skip the flowers and move on with the season to enjoy snow and ice?

I grow my own house plant flowers indoors.
I buy cut flower bouquets from the florist.
We don't get snow where I live!!!
I buy bouquets and grow my own flower houseplants.
I forget flowers and turn into a snow man/snow bunny/ski bum.

Results of Indoor Flower Gardening poll

Jun 12, 2007

Flower Garden Seasons SOS

Well designed flower gardens have the potential to look attractive all year long. When does your garden look its best? Which ONE season would you MOST like to improve? My flower garden ...

needs to look better in the SPRING
needs to look better in the SUMMER
needs to look better in the FALL
needs to look better in the WINTER
just plain needs to look better!

Results of Flower Garden Seasons SOS poll

Apr 30, 2007

My Favorite Flowers

If you had to make a choice, which group of flowers would be your MOST favorite?

Old fashioned heirloom or cottage garden flowers
Roses! Roses! Roses!
High performance hybrid annuals
Perennials all the way
I love them all!!!!!

Results of My Favorite Flowers poll

Feb 4, 2007

Survey WHY DO YOU GARDEN?

Why do you garden? Some people do it because it is part of owning/maintaining a home. Some people find gardening is a calming, peaceful activity. Some people garden for the exercise and to be outdoors. Some folks don't garden at all. And some garden for FUN. Which group are you in?

Chore. Must-Do List. Obligation.
Sanctuary. Refuge. Escape.
No Thanks, I Don't Garden. Wild Horses Couldn't Make Me.
Exercise. Fresh Air. Healthy.
FUN! Hobby. Passion. Compulsion. Addiction.

Results of Survey WHY DO YOU GARDEN? poll

Dec 21, 2006

Where I Get My Flower Plants

This is a tough one. I get my plants from all kinds of places, even occasionally (I admit it!) the grocery store ... and I bet you do, too. Try to pick the place where you get MOST of your plants, then click on VOTE.

propagate my own (eg seed, cutting, division)
shop at local garden center or nursery
mail order catalog or website
free plant swaps with friends or club or group
benefit event eg botanical garden spring sale

Results of Where I Get My Flower Plants poll

Sep 1, 2006

Favorite Theme Gardens

If you were to design a theme garden, what would it be? If your favorite is not listed, please use the discussion area to tell us about your favorite theme.

all one flower color such as all blue or all white garden
a fragrant garden of scented flowers and herbs
a silvery moon garden to be enjoyed at night
a bible garden using biblical plants
a tropical looking garden (in a cold climate)

Results of Favorite Theme Gardens poll

Aug 7, 2006

How Does YOUR Garden Grow?

Late summer can be a challenging time in the flower garden. How do you think yours measures up this month? Use the discussion area (find it to the left) to elaborate on your answer (especially if you don't like the ones I made up!) so I can be more helpful to you.

It looks terrific!
It looks okay -- but I want MORE!
It looks so-so and I am satisifed with that.
I tried, but it looks kinda pitiful.
You can have flowers blooming in August?

Results of How Does YOUR Garden Grow? poll

Jun 20, 2006

What you like to read about

I am interested in information regarding:

Australian/NZ native plants
Landscaping and design
Waterwise gardens
Seasonal growing tips
Any general infomation related to gardening

Results of What you like to read about poll

Mar 5, 2006

Help Barbara Martin Help You: Flower Garden Interest Poll

I am MOST interested in flower garden information specifically about ...

flower gardening with perennials
flower gardening with annuals
flower garden design
flower garden care and maintenance
starting a flower garden from scratch

Results of Help Barbara Martin Help You: Flower Garden Interest Poll poll