Growing giant sunflowers can be a challenge. But when you get it right there’s very few plants as iconic and fun as a massive sunflower. Thankfully all it takes is the right techniques and a bit of patience. Do that and you can grow these impressive plants to their full potential. So follow this step …
Miniature gardens are a great choice for someone who doesn’t have much space. You get to enjoy all the benefits and joys of gardening but in a limited area. So if you’re searching for some ideas for a miniature garden these are my top picks for the best plants. They each have their own special …
Planting a lavender hedge in your garden will give you rows of beautiful blooms that have a lovely scent. And not only do they look good but you’ll also be doing your garden a huge favor. Lavender hedges make brilliant natural borders because they attract the exact type of insects and pollinators you want. Bees …
Keeping your lavender healthy and thriving comes down to more than that just planting it and hoping for the best. Do that and chances are you’re lavender will struggle or not grow at all. In this guide I’m going to take you through some useful tips and information about growing lavender. It will help you …
Orchids are some of the most stunning plants you grow, be that in your home or garden. But they can be intimidating to care for. And if you don’t know what you’re doing it’s also easy to get it wrong. Thankfully with a bit of knowledge you can have them thriving. And that’s what these …
Orchids can be tricky, even for seasoned gardeners. They have an annoying habit of dying on us! But don’t worry, they can be revived. These tips will help you to bring your orchid back from the brink when it’s on it’s last legs. Video: How to Revive a Dying Orchid Understanding Your Orchid Before you …
Growing lavender from seed is a great way to add some beauty to your garden. And lavender has the added benefit of a wonderful fragrance too. In this guide I’m going to take you through the process of growing lavender from seed to bloom. You’ll learn some tricks I’ve gathered over years from looking after …
Gardens can be more than a beautiful space. They can be both a sanctuary’s for us and areas that support wildlife. One of the best ways to bring wildlife into your garden is by planting flowers that attract butterflies. Not only do these flowers bring color and life to your garden but they also provide …
If you want to keep your lavender plants healthy and doing well then pruning them properly is key. Knowing how to prune them the right way is a major part of making sure they continue to grow. So this easy to follow guide will help you to learn how to prune your lavender so it …
If you think shade in your garden means your flowers and plants are doomed then think again. In fact many flowers thrive in lower light. There are lots of options when it comes to flowers that will do more than simply survive but thrive under shade. So if you’ve struggled to grow anything in the …