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The smart way to plant bulbs
If you love spring bulbs, using an aquatic pond basket is a smart and easy way to plant them. Instead ...
Blue hair halloween pumpkin planter!
Halloween is just around the corner, and while carved jack-o'-lanterns are a timeless classic, why not try something a little ...
Get creative with pumpkin planters
As the crisp air of autumn settles in and pumpkins start appearing everywhere, it’s easy to think of them just ...
Watching the garden’s autumnal transition
Right now, my garden is putting on its most beautiful and understated show as autumn settles in. Summer’s energy has ...
How to deadhead dahlia plants
It can be tricky to tell the difference between a spent dahlia flower and a new bud, but learning to ...
If only gardeners understood slugs
Slugs often get a bad reputation in the garden, but their behaviour is actually a reaction to how gardeners keep ...
Improving drainage in pots
I have a deep appreciation for the exquisite, aromatic flavour of pistachio nuts, their earthy notes elevating any snack. However, ...
Defying the Common Consensus: My ‘Jack Frost’ Brunnera Thriving in Dry Shade
Every gardener knows the struggle of finding the perfect plant for the perfect spot. And when it comes to Brunnera ...
Improving clay soil
It takes time to improve clay soil, but if you want to grow a wider range of plants, it's worth ...
Get Ready to Grow: Last chance to sow Your Nasturtiums this month!
This June, I'm seizing my last chance of the season to sow nasturtium seeds, and I'm doing it in an ...
Bring the Drama (and Pink!) with Flamingo Willow
There's nothing quite like a plant that delivers year-round interest, and if you're looking to add a burst of colour ...
Illuminating Your Garden: Growing Choisya Sundance
For a shrub that shines beautifully, even on the dullest days, you need look no further than Choisya ternata 'Sundance', ...
The Curious Case of the Lime-Green Buddleja Blotches
It's a sight that can puzzle even the most seasoned gardener: your beautiful Buddleja, the undisputed 'butterfly magnet' of the ...
This easy-care plant comes with a warning
Euphorbias, with their incredibly diverse forms, vibrant colours, and often architectural presence, are truly fantastic plants that deserve a place ...
If you have not pruned your Buddleia yet…
Gardeners should consider the importance of pruning their buddleia bushes in March and April. Buddleia, commonly known as the butterfly ...