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Home and Garden - Garden

Here you will learn some English words related to gardens such as "sprinkler", "gnome", and "birdhouse".

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bird table

a wooden platform that is located in a garden on which one can put food for birds

Ex: She loves watching the different species of birds visit the bird table every morning .
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border
border
[noun]

a narrow strip of soil used for growing flowers, shrubs, or similar plants

Ex: Lavender grew along the garden border.
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compost pile

a place in a garden where leaves, plants, etc. are stored, so that they can be turned to compost after they decay

Ex: She always adds vegetable peels and coffee filters to the compost pile to help nourish her plants .
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flowerpot
flowerpot
[noun]

a container, made of plastic or clay, in which one can grow a wide variety of plants

Ex: I need to buy a larger flowerpot for my growing tomato plant .
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flower bed

an area of ground planted with flowers or plants, often arranged in a decorative or artistic pattern

Ex: I love to sit on the bench and enjoy the view of the flower bed in the garden .
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sprinkler
sprinkler
[noun]

a small device with holes that is put on the end of a hose, used for watering soil or lawns; a piece of equipment that is utilized in case a building is on fire

Ex: She adjusted the sprinkler so it could reach the far corner of the yard .
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shrub
shrub
[noun]

a large woody plant with several main stems emerging from the ground

Ex: The landscaper suggested adding more shrubs to create a natural border around the lawn .
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garden bed

a defined area of soil, typically raised and enclosed, that is used for planting and growing plants

Ex: Before the frost , they covered the garden bed with a protective cloth to keep the plants safe .
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watering can

a portable vessel with a long tube and a handle, used for sprinkling water on plants

Ex: I bought a new watering can because the old one was leaking .
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fountain
fountain
[noun]

a structure, often placed in a pool or lake, that pumps a long, narrow stream of water up into the air for decorative purposes

Ex: The fountain in the garden added a peaceful ambiance .
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gnome
gnome
[noun]

a decorative stone or plastic figure of a dwarfish creature with a pointed hat

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sprinkler system

an automated network of pipes and sprinkler heads used to water plants and vegetation in a designated area

Ex: We installed a sprinkler system to keep our lawn green during the dry summer months .
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raised bed

a raised area in a garden surrounded by a wooden or stone frame, used for growing plants in

Ex: He built a raised bed using wooden planks to keep the soil contained and organized .
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garden pest

any organism, such as insects, rodents, or other animals, that causes damage or harm to plants or crops in a garden or agricultural setting

Ex: The gardener planted marigolds to keep garden pests from attacking the vegetable patch .
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garden stake

a long, thin, pointed rod, usually made of wood or metal, that is used to support and train plants, such as tomato plants or climbing vines, to grow in a certain direction or stay upright

Ex: The garden stakes helped prevent the heavy sunflowers from bending under their own weight .
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grass
grass
[noun]

grass-covered area of ground, often used for lawns or fields

Ex: The dog rolled around in the grass after running in circles .
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gravel
gravel
[noun]

a mix of sand and small pebbles that cover the surface of some roads

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hedge
hedge
[noun]

a row of closely-planted bushes or small trees that form a boundary, particularly on the edge of a garden, road, or field

Ex: A low hedge separated the two front yards , allowing for visibility and easy access .
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shrubbery
shrubbery
[noun]

an area, often in a garden, where a large number of shrubs are thickly planted

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water feature

an artificial pond or a fountain that is placed in some parks or gardens to provide decoration

Ex: The park ’s new water feature includes a gentle waterfall surrounded by flowers and trees .
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birdhouse
birdhouse
[noun]

a small, man-made structure designed to provide a nesting place for birds

Ex: The birdhouse needed cleaning after the birds had flown south for the winter .
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hose
hose
[noun]

a lengthy, flexible tube, made of plastic or rubber, often used in firefighting and gardening, that can direct the flow of water to the direction it is pointed at

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lawn
lawn
[noun]

an area of grass, typically in a yard or garden, that is cut and maintained at a short length

Ex: The lawn was carefully landscaped with decorative shrubs and trees for an attractive appearance .
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bee house
bee house
[noun]

a man-made structure that provides a safe habitat for solitary bee species to nest

Ex: We noticed more bees around the garden after we installed a bee house by the fence .
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garden ornament

a decorative object or structure that is placed in a garden or outdoor area to enhance its aesthetic appeal

Ex: He decided to buy a birdbath as a garden ornament to attract more birds to his garden .
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rain barrel

a large outdoor container that can collect and store rainwater running off rooftops

Ex: They decided to buy a rain barrel to make their garden more sustainable .
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compost bin

a container placed in an outdoor garden for storing organic waste so it can be turned to compost later

Ex: By using a compost bin, they were able to create healthy soil for their flower beds .
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vegetable garden

an area of land where edible plants, such as vegetables and herbs, are grown for personal use or sale

Ex: Every weekend , he waters the vegetable garden and checks on the growth of his plants .
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picket
picket
[noun]

a slender, vertical wooden piece used as one of the upright components of a fence

Ex: The picket was loose , and it creaked whenever the wind blew through the yard .
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post
post
[noun]

a sturdy pole made of metal or timber that is dug into the ground to be used as a marker or support something

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trellis
trellis
[noun]

a framework made of metal or wood bars for supporting climbing plants or fruit trees

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outdoor shower

a plumbing fixture designed for use outdoors, typically found in gardens, near pools, or in beach houses, that allows people to shower outside, often using natural light and air

Ex: They added an outdoor shower to their patio to make outdoor living more enjoyable .
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garden shed

a small structure typically located in a backyard or garden area, used for storing gardening tools, equipment, supplies, and other items related to gardening or outdoor activities

Ex: After trimming the bushes , I put the hedge clippers back in the garden shed.
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arbor
arbor
[noun]

a shelter in a park or garden, that is surrounded by plants, such as climbing shrubs or vines, that people can sit under and relax

Ex: Grapevines climbed all over the arbor at the end of the driveway , signaling visitors had arrived at the farmhouse .
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