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When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Grape hyacinth (Muscari armeniacum) is often the first bulb-type flower to show its blossoms in your garden in spring. The flowers look like clusters of little pearls, blue and white. They usually carry a mild fragrance. When … Read more
Our favourite tree fern, Dicksonia antarctica comes from south-east Australia. They’re evergreen and raise themselves up on thick, fluffy, textual trunks, sometimes to 15ft or more after many years. Their canopy of delicately feathered symmetrical fronds can grow to 12ft across. No wonder then, that theyre called tree ferns. The view from above is unsurpassable. … Read more
The autograph plant, also known as Clusia rosea, is an incredibly unique houseplant. It gets its name from the distinct autograph-like markings on its thick, waxy leaves. I’ve grown these plants for years and they never cease to amaze me with their beauty. In this comprehensive guide, I want to walk you through the various … Read more
Arugula is an easy-to-grow leafy green that can be a delicious addition to salads, sandwiches, pestos, and more. Though it may not be as popular as lettuce or spinach, arugula offers many benefits that make it worth including in your home vegetable garden In this article, we’ll explore why you should consider planting arugula and … Read more
With their pyramidal shape and soft blue-green needles, Austrian pine trees make striking landscape specimens. However they are prone to infestations of crusader bugs which can severely damage the trees if left uncontrolled. This comprehensive guide covers effective methods for identifying, managing, and preventing crusader bugs on your Austrian pines. What are Crusader Bugs? Crusader … Read more
Ascot Rainbow Spurge is a beautifully variegated perennial plant that adds a pop of color to gardens with its pink green and creamy white foliage. When planting this eye-catching plant proper planting depth is key to getting it established and helping it thrive. In this article, we’ll explore exactly how deep Ascot Rainbow Spurge needs … Read more
Do you want an abundant harvest? If so, you can improve pollination by making your garden more attractive to pollinators. There are easy things you can do to improve pollination so you get lots more food on the table. In Part 1 of this series, I discussed pollination problems in depth and the FIRST STEP … Read more
Austrian pine trees (Pinus nigra) are evergreen conifers that bring stately beauty to landscapes across various planting zones As with any living thing, these pines undergo an intriguing transformation throughout their lifespans By understanding the different stages of growth, we can better appreciate the Austrian pine’s resilience and adaptability. Seed Germination The Austrian pine life … Read more
Globe artichoke is a perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. The plant reaches about 1.5 metres and provides fruit (artichoke heads) and leaves that you can use for medicine or tea. It has been consumed as a food source for hundreds of years. The Greeks and Romans ate artichokes to help support their … Read more
Root knot nematodes or eel worms are those hidden annoyances that you dont really know that youve got them until its too late. Root knot nematodes are a microscopic parasite that sucks the life out of your plants. If a plant collapses for no reason (looks like it needs watering but doesnt), looks droopy but … Read more