Keeping succulents is one of the most rewarding and satisfying pastimes, and it helps that they are very low-maintenance. They vary wildly in appearance, and they are among the most unusual houseplants you can grow, such as the bear’s paw, or painted lady echeveria, or the spiral aloe. They are also one of the easiest houseplants to get started with, … Read More
All manner of succulents and cacti are great plants to grow both indoors and outdoors, but the trailing ones are on another level. They transform any container they’re in, adding a lot of interest and sometimes a huge amount of color. They are especially great options when you may have, er, run out of space, but you still want to … Read More
It’s worth noting, that before you even consider growing this plant, it has a very vigorous habit, and in some places, it is considered invasive. It’s probably worth mentioning that quite a lot of plants we grow in our own gardens are considered invasive, such as mint. Once you plant it, it is nearly impossible to get rid of it. … Read More
Squirrels are very clever and resourceful creatures. They can be huge pests, not only to any bird feeders that you might have in your garden, but also to those precious bulbs you wait all season to flower. There’s nothing worse than waiting impatiently for your bulbs to sprout, excited about your new garden planting ideas, waiting to see how it … Read More
Shrubs can add a wealth of structure and color to your garden, some of which lasts all year round. This helps fill in the gaps where flowers have finished for the season. Without them, your garden may otherwise look a little empty or unloved, though you know the latter is not the case! Whether you’re looking to fill an empty … Read More
Snapdragons are grown all over the world for their beauty, and their novelty, which makes gardening a real pleasure. But did you know that these gorgeous flowers also have a lot of meaning attached to them? While they’re not often given as gifts, the symbolism behind these unique flowers makes them a worthy option for any occasion. Read on to … Read More
This resilient and beautiful flower is the gateway into spring. It’s essentially a neon sign shouting “WINTER IS OVER”. When this plant flowers, you might breathe a little sigh of relief — the sun will be out for slightly longer every day, and the temperature will surely rise, and the days will get longer. Before you know it, your garden … Read More
Plants are experiencing a resurgence in popularity more than ever, but not everyone has huge gardens they can fill with plants. Instead, they’ve turned to balconies, hanging pots, windowsills, or even indoor gardening to get that satisfaction and to reconnect with nature. Keeping plants are proven to reduce stress, and boost energy levels. Plants also clear the air of chemicals … Read More
At both the height of summer and as the summer haze fades into autumn, sunflowers are at their best. It almost seems a crime that these beautiful flowers grow to such heights to follow the sun’s path, but the vast majority of sunflowers only last a season. They have a range of uses past their beauty, and more and more … Read More
The only thing wrong with a sweet pea, if there’s anything at all unattractive about these flowers, is that the perennial sweet pea (Lathyrus latifolius) has no fragrance. It’s such a shame – they are beautiful, very delicate blooms which produce so many flowers off of each plant, and their appearance begs you to smell them. If that’s the only … Read More
