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pink lily of the valley bouquet

“Lily of the valley is the perfect choice for anyone looking for classic, timeless, and chic style.” Timeless and dearly beloved, lily of the valley is perhaps the ultimate wedding flower when it comes to the traditional bride. Kate Middleton and Grace Kelly both carried lily of the valley bouquets, and as two of the … Read more

Does Aldi Have Fresh Herbs? A Complete Guide to Finding Herbs at Aldi

Its seldom difficult to stretch your Aldi budget when the discount grocer so often delivers on its mission to sell affordable, quality products. Its not all practical eggs, bread, and milk shopping either — seasonal and limited-edition items keep the inventory dynamic. This May, weve identified a variety of products from pasta and grains to … Read more

Plants to Go With Peonies – The Best Companion Plants for Beautiful Peony Gardens

They can work particularly well in a cottage garden scheme, but what should you grow alongside and around your prized peony plants? Peonies are some of the most beloved flowers in any garden. Their large, lush blooms add incredible beauty and fragrance in late spring to early summer. But what happens after the peonies fade? … Read more

The Growth Rate of the Majestic Australian Tree Fern

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

15 Plants That Grow in Shallow Soil

If shallow soil is one of your biggest gardening woes then worry not: our quick tour of 20 fantastic and diverse plants for shallow soil will leave you having a tough time deciding which ones to grow. In this guide you’ll find evergreen bushes and deciduous shrubs, ornate flowers, courtyard garden plants and cottage garden … Read more