Bright, energetic, symbolic and flourishing all year round in your garden! What am I talking about? Beautiful orange flowers on lush shrubs, of course! And yes, I do mean in …
Kalanchoe, the unparalleled shapeshifter in the succulent world, captivates succulent collectors and enthusiasts with its impressive range of features that vary across species. Synonymous with diversity, this genus showcases striking …
You will agree with me: most forsythia shrubs you see in private gardens just look “wrong” or even “ugly”. Why? It’s all down to pruning. Pruning forsythia the right way …
One of the joys of growing cucurbits like cucumbers is searching amongst the massive foliage for the delectable vegetables hiding underneath. But sometimes, your search turns up something more unpleasant: …
There is always something a little magical about autumn. Comforting in nature, the fall months are inspiriting with crisp breezes, everything involving pumpkin, and of course, the lush green foliage …
Hydrangeas and pink are a match made in heaven! Maybe because this flowering shrub has a very traditional, old world look. Maybe it is because the masses of little blooms …
No gardener wants to find clay soil in the area they hoped to turn into a thriving, productive garden bed. Clay soil is notoriously difficult to work, having a putty-like …
Gardens are havens of peace, calm, and natural bliss, and no flower can express this better than a blue one! Blue flowering perennials evoke calm, freshness, the charm of wildflowers, …
“You need lots of sunlight and water for a lush and florid garden,” we all think. But even in a dry and shady space under thick leafy tree canopies or …
Peat moss is a commonly purchased garden amendment used to improve the structure and drainage of soils. It has a spongy texture that makes any soil mix significantly lighter and …
