Winter Aconites Growing Guide
Eranthis Hyemalis (Winter Aconite) is a great source of cherry color in a season when borders can look a little barren. Its bright, yellow flowers with a distinctive green ruff … Read more
How To Grow Echeveria Succulent?
Echeverias are evergreen succulents that form rosette-shaped echeverias. They are native to Mexico, central and southern America. This makes them great for hot sunny areas. They can withstand drought and … Read more
Grow Yucca Trees Outside (Tips and Tricks)
Yuccas are evergreen trees and shrubs that can be found in hot, dry regions of North and Central America. Many varieties are hardy and can grow outside. However, the more … Read more
Ricinus Castor Oil Plant Growing Guide
Ricinus adds an exotic dimension to gardens with its spectacular foliage. The main attraction is the bold, glossy, reddish-purple palmate leaves. This plant looks fantastic when paired with brightly coloured … Read more
Growing Foxtail Lily, The Stunning Flowers
Foxtail lilies (Eremurus), are perennials that can withstand harsh conditions and produce stunning flower spikes in June and July. Each spike contains hundreds of star-shaped flowers, which are attractive to … Read more
Rare Types Of Sunflowers For Gardens
Sunflowers are more than just a novelty to grow in the summer. Helianthus, the annual sunflower, Helianthus anumus, and many other cultivars are all part of the genus Helianthus. There … Read more
Gardenia Plant Growing Guide For Beginners
Gardenia is known for its rich, luxurious perfume. Its large, white flowers are accentuated against dark, glossy evergreen leaves. From early summer through late summer, single or double flowers of … Read more
Carnivorous Plants Growing Tips (UK)
Carnivorous plants such as pitcher plants (Sarracenia), and Venus flytraps, (Dionaea muscipula), can be difficult to grow and are very popular with children. These plants are great for sunny windowsills … Read more
Growing Day Lilies (Hemerocallis)
Hemerocallis or day lilies are beautiful perennials that bear exotic trumpet-shaped, lily-like daylilies. Hemerocallis is a Greek term that means “beautiful for one” and the plants have so-called because the … Read more
How To Lay A Garden Patio The Right Way
Lay a patio now and you’ll enjoy the benefits each time you’re out in the garden. It’s not a difficult job, so put aside a weekend and you’ll soon be … Read more
Slug Resistant Plants To Grow in Your Garden
Slugs or snails can cause havoc in your garden by destroying seedlings and decimating larger plants like hostas. Slug pellets can be an effective deterrent but contain metaldehyde which can … Read more
Box Tree Caterpillars: How To Control And Prevent Damage
Box tree caterpillars pose a serious threat for box (Buxus) plants. They can decimate native hedges and topiary, and can even completely defoliate them. They are also spreading throughout the … Read more
Aquilegias Flowers: Growing Guide For Cottage Gardens
Aquilegias are traditional cottage plants with beautiful, delicate bell-shaped flowers. These perennials, also known as granny’s bunny or columbine, bloom prolifically in May-June. The flowers come in a variety of … Read more
Grow Grape Hyacinths (Muscari) Outdoors
Grape hyacinths, also known as Muscari, are tiny spring bulbs that have bright blue flowers. They look like a mix of miniature hyacinths and grapes. These plants look great in … Read more
Coreopsis Plant Growing Guide For Beginners
Coreopsis is a bright, cheerful perennial and annual that blooms in summer. They also have herbaceous perennials. Coreopsis, also known as tickseed, can either be an annual plant (lasting one … Read more
Grow Morello Cherries With These Tips
Morello Cherries, also known as sour cherries, are smaller than sweet cherries. They have darker skin and a bitter, sour flavor. You can use these cherries in cooking, especially for … Read more
Lifting Dahlias And Storing Them Properly
Dahlias are beautiful perennials with tender flowers, that bloom from summer to autumn. They provide a long season full of color and interest. They are made from tubers that look … Read more
How To Grow Gazania (Treasure Blooms)
Gazanias are also known as treasure blooms for their bright, jewel-colored flowers. They’re great for adding color to sunny borders and patios. You can either grow them as perennials or … Read more
Growing Kokedama Plant Step-by-Step
Kokedama is a Japanese word that means ‘moss ball’. The Japanese answer to the hanging basket is the kokedama. It’s simple, enjoyable, and rewarding. For decoration, wrap the roots of … Read more
Guide to Growing Boston Ivy Houseplant
Boston ivy, a beautiful, prolific, climbing plant that is often used to cover large, older houses, is quite impressive. It is closely related to Virginia creeper and makes a spectacular … Read more
Growing Stephanotis Houseplant The Right Way
Stephanotis floribunda, a stunning conservatory plant and houseplant, is known for its long-lasting, white jasmine-scented flowers that bloom from spring through autumn. It’s also known as Madagascar jasmine or floradora, … Read more
Growing Tomatoes In A Growing Bag
Growing bags are the ideal medium to grow tomatoes in outdoor and greenhouse environments. To increase the compost in which the roots are planted, you can either place the tomatoes … Read more
8 Peony Tree Varieties To Grow
Peony trees are small shrubs that produce beautiful, goblet-shaped flowers. A peony tree can grow taller than herbaceous peonies and maintain a stable framework throughout the year. How To Grow … Read more
Guide to Growing Californian Poppy Seedlings
Californian poppies, Eschscholzia California, also known by calis. They’re known to add a bright splash of color to your garden in the summer. The funnel-shaped flowers, which open when the … Read more
How To Grow Fritillaries Outdoors (UK)
With their distinctive bell-shaped flowers, Fritillaria bulbs bring an exotic touch to your garden. Some are bold and showy while others are subtle and discreet. There are some bulbs in … Read more
Parlour Palm Care and Growing Guide
Parlour palm (Chamaedorea Elegans) is an indoor palm that has attractive, light-colored fronds. It is native to Mexico and Guatemala. Since Victorian times, it has been a favorite house plant. … Read more
Primroses and Primulas Growing Guide For Flower Gardens
You can grow primroses easily and come in many forms. However, there are many other Primula genus plants that are equally beautiful. From the yellow cowslips that we have, to … Read more
11+ Plants For Dry Soil With Pictures
Although it is easy to assume that all plants need rich, moist soil, there are many plants that thrive in the exact opposite. Plants must be strong to survive in … Read more
Japanese Gardening Tools To Have And How To Use Them
Japanese gardening tools are well-known for their precision and quality. They can be an excellent addition to any gardening toolkit. There are many useful, but not immediately identifiable garden tools … Read more
7 Best Flowering Houseplants To Grow At Home
Many house plants are grown to produce interesting and dramatic foliage. However, some also provide additional pleasure through the blooming of flowers. Flowering house plants are more durable than cut … Read more
How To Grow Grapes In The UK?
Vitis vinifera is sometimes considered unsuitable for the UK climate. However, there are many grape varieties that can thrive in warmer areas of the country. You can also grow them … Read more
How To Grow Alliums From Seed For Spring Gardens
Alliums can be stunning plants so save some seeds for spring so you have more to plant in your garden. Although you can buy seeds from cultivars, they may not … Read more
11 Rose Varieties To Grow Outdoors (UK)
Roses are one of the most diverse groups of plants. There are many rose varieties that can be confusing for both novice and experienced gardeners. Each variety has its own … Read more
How To Grow Angelica Flower From Seed?
The majority of decorative angelicas are tall biennials with colossal, domed umbelliferous flowerheads and delicate seed pods. The ribbed, hollow stems are typically candied for use in baking and are … Read more
Clivia Plant Growing And Caring Guide
The Natal lily (Clivia miniata) is a bright, frost-tender house plant that looks great in a conservatory or home. From late winter to early spring, it has stocky stems topped … Read more
Growing Morning Glory Plant (UK)
Morning Glory (Ipomoea tricolor) is an annual climber that’s frost tender, but it bears exotic-looking and colorful flowers with heart-shaped green leaves. They’re usually grown from seed because the ready-grown … Read more
Guide to Making Box Ball
Topiaries are fun and an inexpensive way of enjoying your garden. Box balls are the simplest kind of topiaries, so, if you haven’t done topiaries before, this is the basic … Read more
How To Plant Bluebells In Gardens
The English bluebell Hyacinthoides non-scripta flowers in large numbers and carpets the ground before the leaves are fully unfurled. The British Isles are home to between 25 and 49 percent … Read more
Grow Calibrachoa Plant From Seeds (Million Bells)
Calibrachoa is a perennial that you can grow as annual in the UK. They are also known as million bells and trailing petunias. These pretty bell-like flowers look like mini … Read more
Pruning Plum Trees Step-By-Step
Pruning fruit trees promotes good shape and size, helps keep the tree productive, and removes dead and damaged wood. Plum trees should be pruned in the spring or summer. Why … Read more
Weigela Flower Outdoor Growing Guide
Weigela flowers are the ideal garden shrub. They are low-maintenance plants and you can grow them in many different situations including mixed borders. Weigela leaves are deciduous and come in … Read more
What Is NPK Fertiliser And Should You Use It?
For healthy growth, plants require a variety of nutrients. These nutrients are in the soil naturally, but you can add more through fertilizers to increase growth rates, performance, or crop … Read more
Growing String of Pearls Plant Indoors For Beginners
String of pearls (Senecio Rowleyanus, also known as Curio Rowleyanus), is a highly sought-after hanging succulent houseplant. The plant’s trailing stems are pea-shaped and look almost like beads. The plant … Read more
Is Coleus A Perennial? Everything To Know About Coleus Plants
Coleus plants are also known as Solenostemon or plectranthus. Coleus is a great perennial that are prized for their velvety leaves that come in a variety of colours, including bright … Read more
9 Plants To Grow For Grey Flowers
Silver, gray, or gray-blue leaves can be used to transform a border or bed. Plants with silvery leaves add interest and contrast to any planting combination. These plants look great … Read more
Pink Astilbe Growing Guide – Real Men Sow
Astilbes are a great value plant because they add colour and texture to the most difficult, damp, and shady areas of your garden. They produce a lot of beautiful ferny … Read more
Growing Weeping Fig Plant (Ficus Benjamina)
The weeping tree fig (Ficus Benjamina), also known by the names Benjamin fig or Java fig, tropic lurel, Java tree or small-leaved rubber plants, has arching stems with small, variegated … Read more
How To Grow Oleander Plants
The mainstay of Mediterranean gardens is the Oleander. They are widely used as screen plants, along roadsides, and on hillsides. The large, open clusters of flowers, which bloom in summer, … Read more
Catmint Plant (Nepeta) For A Cat-Friendly Garden
Catmint is a Northern Hemisphere plant. There are many species and varieties that Nepeta can grow, and they are all called catmint. Catnip is the name given to Nepeta cataria. … Read more
Vivid Fence Plants To Cover Garden Walls
While garden fences and other borders are important for privacy and shelter in a garden, they can also be used as a focal point of the space. It’s possible to … Read more