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Ground cover plants are essential for any garden or landscape They provide year-round foliage, help control erosion, and allow you to avoid mowing tricky slopes and hills Evergreen ground covers are especially useful since they maintain their leaves through the winter when most plants lose theirs. When selecting evergreen ground cover there are a few … Read more
Cedar trees are a popular choice for landscaping due to their attractive foliage, hardiness, and versatility Though cedars are relatively easy to grow, proper planting and care is key to ensuring your cedar trees thrive In this complete guide, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know about how to successfully plant and grow … Read more
The RSPB is reminding Christmas dinner chefs not to put the cooking fat from their festive roast out for garden birds as the greasy mixture can damage their feathers. Christmas is a time for feasting and living off the fat of the land, not least for garden birds. But doing so could prove fatal for … Read more
Papaver (or Oriental Poppies) are hardy and can tolerate winter temperatures down to -20°C. This means you can plant them directly outside in pots or borders in spring or autumn. Always plant Papaver bare roots as soon as possible on arrival, ideally within a few days of delivery. — Plant your oriental poppy bare roots … Read more
Brighten up your usual daffodil container display by adding a few low-growing flowers around the edges. Small pansies and primroses are perfect for growing in containers, and they look stunning against the bright yellow daffodils. Daffodils are one of the most popular spring blooming bulbs, with their cheerful yellow flowers being a welcome sight after … Read more
Magnolia trees are known for their stunning beauty so it’s no wonder that many gardeners want to grow them in their gardens. However, growing a healthy magnolia tree requires some effort and one of the most important aspects is fertilizing it properly. So let’s dive into three things you need to know about fertilizing your … Read more
The Covid pandemic brought a lot of misery in its wake, but it also had some beneficial side effects. For example, around 55 percent of US households engage in some level of gardening post-Covid, and more households plan on taking it up. It’s not just casual landscaping or flower beds, either. An estimated 35 percent … Read more
Olive trees in pots are a popular choice for home and business owners alike. An eye-catching centrepiece in any garden, they certainly stand out – and compared to many other plants, they can be relatively low-maintenance. However, because olive trees tend to grow quite rapidly, they do need repotting from time to time. If you’ve … Read more
Welcome to the battle against spider mites, the tiny pests that love your indoor plants a little too much! This post will show you how to spot them, stop them, and keep your plants happy and healthy. I’ve assisted thousands of our customers with plant care, and learning how to get rid of spider mites … Read more
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are … Read more