By Kat Yares
Garden gongs bring not only aesthetic beauty to the garden, they also add music. The deep rich tones of a gong, whether it is struck by mallet or blowing in the breeze, add serenity to the space it occupies. A garden gong can be either free standing or can be hung from a tree branch to bring about the desired effect. It is believed that gongs were first used by the Chinese some time around the...
By Debra Turner
Most gardening enthusiasts are at least somewhat familiar with the exotic and stunning Bonsai trees, grown as an art form for centuries. Most people consider Bonsai to be either flowering trees, fir varieties or deciduous trees such as elms or maples. Yet, palm trees make very unusual and interesting Bonsai specimens as well. The best palm to try your hand at growing as a Bonsai is probably the...