The beauty of a flowering almond tree!
As I step outside my front door, I am greeted by a breathtaking sight – my flowering almond tree is coming in full blossom now. The delicate pink blooms decorate the branches like a soft, fluffy cloud, creating a stunning…
If you have not pruned your Buddleia yet…
This month, gardeners should pay attention to the importance of pruning their buddleia bushes. Buddleia, commonly known as the butterfly bush, is a popular garden shrub valued for its beautiful and fragrant flowers that attract butterflies and other pollinators. However,…
Improving drainage in pots
I have a deep appreciation for the exquisite, aromatic flavour of pistachio nuts, their earthy notes elevating any snack. However, the thought of waste troubles me, particularly when it comes to the remnants of these delightful treats—the shells. Yet, I’ve…
The spring garden
With the arrival of spring, the garden begins to come to life again. With the warmer weather and longer days, sleeping perennials start waking from their hibernation. After six months of hiding, autumn-planted bulbs raise their heads and burst into…
Do this if you had blind daffodils this spring
Daffodils can experience a condition known as “blindness,” where they grow a lot of foliage but fail to produce flowers. This issue can result from several factors, such as poor soil quality, overcrowding, and insufficient sunlight. Fortunately, this problem can…
The winter garden
The winter garden holds a unique beauty often overlooked. While the flowers may have withered away and the trees may have shed their leaves, there is still a certain magic in the quiet stillness of the garden during the colder…
January is still time to plant daffodils and tulips
While many may think they have missed their chance to plant daffodils and tulips, there is still time in January to get these beautiful flowering bulbs in the ground. These bulbous plants thrive in well-drained soil and full sun, so…
Emerald n Gold
Euonymus fortunei Emerald n Gold, also known as winter creeper, is a popular evergreen shrub that adds year-round colour to the garden, especially during winter. Its variegated green and gold leaves provide a bright and cheerful contrast to the typically…
Better late than never!
I noticed that my Fatsia japonica plant is producing those funky white flowers a little later this year. Usually, these beauties bloom from October to November, but hey, better late than never, right? Fatsia japonica is known for its interesting…
Add some winter fragrance
Winter gardens can often feel dull and lifeless, but the fragrant charm of Sarcococca hookeriana can change that almost instantly. Also known as the Christmas box or sweet box, this evergreen shrub boasts small, glossy leaves and delicate insignificant white…
