Home and Garden - Garden

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

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

Ex: We built a wooden bird table to help feed the birds during winter .
border [noun]

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

Ex: She tended the flower border every morning .

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

Ex: After raking the leaves , he threw them into the compost pile to help them break down naturally .

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

Ex: He forgot to water the flowerpot , and the plants started to wilt .

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

Ex: He added mulch to the flower bed to help the flowers grow healthier .

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: We need to fix the broken sprinkler before the grass gets too dry .
shrub [noun]

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

Ex: The hedgehog hid under the dense shrub for protection from the rain .

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

Ex: He spent the afternoon weeding the garden bed to keep it tidy and healthy .

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

Ex: He used a small watering can to water the plants on the balcony .
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 sprayed water high into the air , cooling the area .
gnome [noun]

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

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

Ex: The sprinkler system broke down , so we had to water the garden by hand for a week .

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

Ex: The garden looks much tidier now that the flowers are planted in raised beds .

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 rabbits were a common garden pest , nibbling on the newly planted vegetables .

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 wind had knocked over the delicate plants , so he added a few garden stakes to keep them upright .
grass [noun]

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

Ex: They decided to sit on the grass by the river .
gravel [noun]

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

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: He planted a hedge around the backyard to create a natural fence .

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

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

Ex: The landscaper suggested adding a water feature to attract birds and butterflies to the yard .

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

Ex: He built a birdhouse using wood from the old fence in the garden .
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

lawn [noun]

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

Ex: The community park featured a spacious lawn perfect for picnics and outdoor activities .

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

Ex: To encourage more pollinators , she added a bee house to her backyard .

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

Ex: The colorful wind chimes were a popular garden ornament that made pleasant sounds when the wind blew .

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

Ex: The rain barrel overflowed after several days of heavy rain .

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

Ex: After trimming the bushes , she added the yard waste to the compost bin .

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

Ex: We built a small vegetable garden on the rooftop to grow some easy-to-care-for plants .
picket [noun]

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

Ex: A missing picket left a gap in the otherwise pristine boundary of the yard .
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

trellis [noun]

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

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: We installed an outdoor shower by the pool to make it easy for guests to rinse off .

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: She spent the afternoon painting the inside of the garden shed .
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 .