A how to self help knowledge base to answer questions on navigating, posting and other general information.

This is where you can report any problems you have encountered with Gardenbuddies and get answers to those problems.

This is your website so why not suggest ways to make it better. If you like something the way it is then say it.

Use this area to test your abilities to link, post, upload or what ever else you need practice on.

From the Himalayas to the Rockies, from the Andes to the Alps. Alpine plants grow on the top of the world and include a huge range of plant families and they grow in some of the most beautiful and wildest places on earth. In a rock garden, trough or alpine house, some easy to cultivate, some very difficult. Their beauty is astounding.

This is the place to come to ask plant questions, make suggestions, offer comments, and share concerns dealing with annuals or perennials. You may even wish to show plant combinations to inspire us.

Lacy, clover-like foliage and nodding flowers in a variety of colors from pastels to deep purples make this woodland plant a must for any garden.

All types of Bonsai, including flowering types.

Early Spring bulbs, Summer blooming bulbs, Autumn flowering bulbs, even indoor Winter blooming bulbs...all delight us.

The International Camellia Society describes growing camellias is dangerous. You may become addicted. Among all exotic flowering shrubs, camellias are very easy to cultivate. Color ranges from white to dark red with all shades in between, even striped or mottled, and recently yellow.

Hundreds of clematis species and cultivars are available today. Spanning the seasons, some are popular proven delights, others are rare and choice. Share your beauties here.

Cyclamen offers such beauty to the garden with their foliage and flowers. Come share in discussions, ask your questions and post your pictures to entice others to learn more about these plants.

Dahlias are easy to grow and one of the most beautiful and under rated flowers. A place to post pictures and learn just about anything you want to know about growing dahlias. This topic is dedicated to a man who gave so much of his life to the Dahlia community. May you alway remember Bernie Mandella.

Hemerocallis are easy to grow plants. These hardy beauties come in a wide range of sizes and colors to fit many a summer garden scheme.

So many wonderful fruits and vegetables can be tried in the kitchen garden. Some are so beautiful that they can share space in the perennial border as well.

Two types of geraniums can be discussed here. The first is the tender perennial plant known as pelargonium. Second are the hardy perennial geraniums, sometimes called cranesbill. These come in a wide variety of colors and sizes and are wonderful additions to your garden.

Hellebores bring welcome sparks of relief from the dull days of winter in the garden. These are among the toughest perennials, often blooming in snow. They come in a huge variety of colors and forms

The ornamental value of herbs would be reason enough to include them in your garden because they can be used as groundcovers as well as fillers. They have interesting textures and foliage. They can be used for culinary purposes, for fragrant sachets and for medicinal purposes.

Every year more of these gorgeous foliaged plants appear on the market. Some have tall long lasting blooms while others are mainly used for their beautiful textured leaves. Some of the leaves are burgundy, others dark green, pale green, silver...and more!

The Hosta phenomenon has taken over! Everyone has become interested in these wonderful plants in recent years, even those who thought they didn't care for them. Why? Because of the fantastic colors and textures that have been created and suit even more than shady areas.

For some of us indoor gardening occupies many months when we cannot work outdoors. Share your indoor beauties with us here, whether common or exotic!

Gardenbuddies can come here to ask questions, make suggestions and comments on Irises in the garden. Anything from the depth of planting to pollinating.

When in flower one of the most beautiful and spectacular plants on earth. A wide variety of species including Cymbidiums and Cattleyas.

Peonies are very hardy and their flowers help fill the lull between spring blooms and the roses and clematis of summer. The beauty of herbaceous varieties is surpassed only by that of the tree peonies. These are amongst the showiest flowers in the garden.

A place for waterplants, fish keeping and building waterfeatures. Show off and talk about your ponds, waterlilies and plants.

Historically the rose has been the flower closest to the human heart, the symbol of love and beauty.

Once upon a time we were aghast when confronted by shade gardening conditions. Now we seek them out because of the wealth of divine foliage and flowers available. Share your treasures with us here!

Shrubs and Trees offer great color in a garden whether because of their flowers, foliage or fruit. Low, medium or tall; early, mid-season or late in fall they offer endless possibilities.

A succulents forum for Aloes, Gasterias, Haworthias, Sedums, Echeverias, Sempervivums, Cacti, Monadeniums, Pachypodiums, Agave, Aeoniums, succulent pelargoniums, caudiform plants, and the like.

Let's go tropical - For inside and/or outside growers. Discuss and post photos of your tropical plants.

These climbing plants not only bring beauty and charm to your garden, but can help you cover that ugly fence or shed. Annual or perennial, there is a vine for every location.

Come join us here for help with your garden problems. Your trusted Gardenbuddies are eager to help you out! Please show us the problem spot and reward us with a photo of your solution.

True gardening begins and ends in compost. We buy many products while feeding our passion, often those products don't work. Compost and compost tea work. A really good compost pile is a well planned, PH correct, aerated microbial party! The making of compost is a science bordering on art.

Share ideas about appropriate selections, specialized care and pictures of successful plantings.

Here, one could post unique ways in which they chose to decorate their gardens. Obelisks, trellises, birdhouses, stepping stones, statues ,sayings ,pond ornaments, fencing etc..

This is the place for you to ask questions or provide information to gardeners coping with pests and plant diseases in the garden.

For many of us seed starting is a necessity. It is the only way to keep our gardening addiction going in winter months and to keep soil under our fingernails! Share your plant propagation experiences with us!

A forum to share your love of birds in the garden and in their natural environment. A place for bird lovers to post your photos of birds you see every day and in your travels.

Share your original photos of plants and other garden delights with us here. Inspiration may come from public gardens as well as wilderness scenes. Our gardens are our refuge from the crazy hectic world which surrounds us.

Lost the name tag to your plant? Don't worry. Just post a photo here and someone will know its name.

Daddies and their babies tug at your heart strings. Welcome to the world sweet baby child. A topic for our children and grandchildren.

Share your stories along with your photos of your trips to meet other Gardenbuddies. Plan and talk about future road trips and meetings.

Viewing nature can be quite an enjoyment; whether it be a walk in the woods along a special path or seeing wildlife in its own habitat. Share your photos with us here.

Share with us the photos and tales (tails?) of your assistant Gardenbuddies. Memories of former companions are welcome too. They don't have to be furry friends...they might have gills, feathers or scales!

Use this gallery for saying hello with photos, personal announcements, General non-plant talk. All the good things Gardenbuddies do to show their friendship.

Taking a vacation? Don't forget to share your photographs here when you return.

This forum is for members to sell, buy, swap, and trade new and used garden and non-garden items. Seed Swap and wants. Post them here.

When winter is upon most of us and there isn't much else we can do, let's challenge each other with puzzles, trivia and guessing games all about plants and gardening. A kind of horticultural Trivial Pursuit.

This is the place to show and tell your crafts and hobbies.

Share your favorite recipes with friends and Gardenbuddies. Why not experiment and try something new. Bon Appetite!

Sub-Forums: Appetizers, Meats, Beverages, Breads, Jams, Jellies and Preserves, Salads, Soups and Stews, Pasta, Seafoods, Poultry, Casseroles, Eggs and Quiches, Vegetables, Desserts, Hodge Podge, WFD

The place to talk and share interests in photography equipment, photo editing software and computer problems. Discuss your HTML and website building questions here.

Sub-Forums: Computers, Photography, Software

This is the place to go for trading plants and seeds. Post your wants or extras.

A special place to wish upon a star. A place of hope and courage. A place to remember the past and look forward to the future. A place to reflect in the garden.