Andy Connolly
Dusty Miller, also known as Silver Ragwort, can be great to grow. But like so many plants it has some neighbors is doesn’t get along with. Some plants just clash, and you end up with a sad-looking garden. So I’m going to go through the main plants you should avoid planting with your Dusty Miller. …
Freesia are those sweet-smelling flowers that everyone seems to love. But, like all things in life, they’re not perfect. And they definitely have some plants that they really don’t get along with. So let’s look at what to avoid planting with Freesia & why. Understanding Freesia Freesia can brighten up any garden but they’re a …
Celosia is such a noticeable and interesting plant. But trying to figure out what not to plant alongside these vibrant bloomers can be tricky. It’s like trying to mix oil and water sometimes, isn’t it? You think, “Hey, more plants, more beauty!” but then.. well, things go sideways. So here’s a rundown of what to …
Every gardener knows that perfect feeling when your garden finally comes together. But one wrong plant pairing and you might as well kiss your beautiful hypericum goodbye. After years of trial and error (and yes, killing more plants than I’d like to admit), I’ve learned the hard way about what works with hypericum and what …
I’ve spent years growing everything from hardy perennials to finicky exotics. Along the way I’ve learned that some plant pairings are just asking for trouble. And brunia definitely has its preferences about neighbors. So I’m going to help you with what actually works (and what absolutely doesn’t) when it comes to companion planting with brunia. …
Liatris is stunning. With purple spikes that are real showstoppers, you can’t miss them. But like so many plants they can be really picky about their neighbors. So I’m going to help you avoid the heartache of watching your carefully planned garden struggle. These are the plants that liatris hates and you should keep well …
Crocus flowers pop up just when you think winter might never end. I’ve loved these early bloomers since I was a kid – there’s something magical about their purple, yellow and white cups pushing through nearly-frozen ground. But not all plants make good neighbors for crocus. Some will outcompete them, shade them excessively or just …
So you’ve decided to add a beautiful butterfly bush (Buddleia) to your garden. It’s a great choice. They attract tons of butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators with their fragrant blooms. But sadly not all plants make good neighbors for your Buddleia. Some can seriously stunt its growth or even cause it to struggle. When I …
Larkspur is one of those flowers that makes you feel like a master gardener even when you’re not. Their tall spikes of blue, pink and purple blooms can transform an ordinary garden into something magazine-worthy. But whilst they’re wonderful to look at they aren’t always the friendliest neighbors in your garden. The reality is larkspur …
Coreopsis is one of those flowers that makes gardening feel like cheating. It’s tough, blooms forever & basically thrives on neglect. No surprise it’s become my go-to recommendation for friends who want a colorful garden without all the fuss. But though it’s easy to grow not all plants make good neighbors for coreopsis. Some will …