Looking to grow healthier flowers that last for longer?
This section covers planting, pruning, seasonal care and more problems you might face – both when you’re growing in containers or garden beds.
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If you’re new to growing flowers these are the easiest ones to begin with and won’t cause you any real problems.
Unfortunately there are some plants and flowers that struggle. One of those that often needs a little extra love and care is the corn plant. But if your corn plant looks like it’s on its last legs, don’t panic – there are things you can take to revive it. These simple tips should give you …
Orchids are beautiful but delicate plants. And because of that delicacy they can end up wilting for various reasons. Knowing why your orchid is wilting will help you to either save them if they’re dying or return them to health and make sure they keep thriving. So let’s take a look at the reasons why …
Sunflowers are some of the most popular flowers to grow. And understandably – they look amazing! They bring some cheer to any garden. Growing them isn’t too difficult either. So even if you’re someone who has been gardening for years or just getting started this guide will take you through everything you need to know …
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 …
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 …