Posts Tagged ‘flower’
Plants to fill the gaps
Have you got some spaces in your borders that you’re looking to fill? It’s very often that we plant scarcely to ensure plants have enough space for the roots to grow. However, once your border is established, you may notice that there are some large spaces that could be filled. There are many varieties of…
Read More...Plants that Pack a Punch
– Plants that Pack a Punch – Half the joy of gardening is creating a perfect space for you and your plants. Paying attanetion to colours and themes, and organising your plants can certainly optimise your garden. If you’re looking for plants in your garden that are going to get a lot of attention, are…
Read More...Activity – Collecting Rainwater
Collecting rainwater is a super simple activity that almost anyone can get involved in. Plus, there are lots of ways to go about it! In the summer, when the weather has been warm for a longer period of time, you’ll be grateful for the extra collection. Especially when you want to limit the amount you’re…
Read More...It’s All White
Many of our gardens have an assigned space where people go to read, meditate, or just reflect on their day. Having a peaceful space is beneficial. Especially when it comes to being able to de-stress and recuperate from day-to-day life. If you’re looking to create something similar in your community or school garden, why not…
Read More...5 Bedding Plants for instant Colour
With May being quite the wash-out weather wise, you may have not been able to get into your garden as much as you’d have liked. We are forecast a gorgeous weekend and a pretty warm June so you may be wondering how to get that instant summer garden. Here are 5 bedding plants you can…
Read More...Plant Recommendations: Unique plants for the garden
Sometimes when it comes to planning your garden, you stick to the plants you know and love – the ones you’ve grown for years. Of course, that’s a great way to maintain a gorgeous garden. If however you were looking to start afresh or incorporate something different to your garden, here are four unique looking…
Read More...Snowdrops – Plant of the Week
Plant of the Week Snowdrops Snowdrops are the staple flower for any winter garden. If you planted yours in the spring, now is the time you will start to see their beautiful white flowers blooming. These low maintenance plants are the sign that spring is on its way, with no requirements for pruning, just simply…
Read More...Floral Cocktails
What better way to relax than putting your feet up in your garden and enjoying a nice refreshing cocktail or mocktail. Through the year’s drinks have become more elaborate than ever, so why not try something new? You don’t have to look too far, these delicious additions can be found right in your garden. Lavender…
Read More...Best Birthday Blooms
Flowers are such a great gift for any occasion. Birthdays are no exception. But, have you ever wondered what type of bloom you should be sending? Just like birth stones, there is a birth flower for every month. So, here is each month with each special flower, and a little about what they mean. Its…
Read More...10 Plants for a shady garden
Some people struggle with their gardens getting too much sun exposure, causing them to have less time slots to water. But what about those gardens that spend most of the day in the shade? Don’t let the lack of sun stop you from planting in your garden. You can still grow flowers, fruit, veg and…
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