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If you grow this fragrant vine, train it to grow on a jasmine trellis to keep it happy, healthy and doing what it does best – climbing and blooming. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Star jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides) is a beautiful flowering … Read more
Rosemary and lavender are two widely appreciated and aromatic perennial herbs that will never leave your garden once planted that also make excellent companions. Both herbs share a preference for well-drained, slightly alkaline soil and thrive in similar growing conditions. Their compatibility in terms of soil requirements allows for easy integration into a cohesive garden … Read more
Landscaping a sloped or hilly yard can be challenging. Mowing steep hills is difficult and dangerous. Plus the incline causes soil erosion, exposes tree roots and creates runoff issues. Instead of leaving the slope barren or trying to force turfgrass to grow, consider ground cover plants. These low-growing perennials spread to form a dense, weed-suppressing … Read more
When youre looking for low-maintenance garden border ideas, consider the color, texture, bloom time, and placement of your plants. Your choices will also depend on whether the border is close to a path, walkway, or driveway, or if its tucked in the backyard around a garden spot. Read on to learn about low-maintenance garden border … Read more
Squirrels can be a major challenge in the garden, especially when it comes to how to keep squirrels from digging up bulbs. They often see a freshly planted bed as an all-you-can-eat buffet, with tulips, crocuses, and lilies being some of their favorite snacks. If squirrels are common in your area, it’s important to take … Read more
Nothing says flower farmer vibes more than holding a giant, multicoloured bouquet of homegrown flowers…in front of your face. It’s a serious vibe! And actually easy to do in your own backyard garden. This post will walk you through the 10 easiest cut flowers to grow from seed for beginners. You can be a flower … Read more
A daylily will bloom only for a single day, but the plants will flower abundantly in rapid succession over a number of weeks. These plants are a great choice because they are attractive hardy perennials which can grace UK gardens for many years. If you would like to grow daylilies in your garden, you will … Read more
Calendula marigolds, also known as pot marigolds, are an old cottage garden favourite, often used as a companion plant to help attract pollinating insects. Calendula flowers from June to September from a spring sowing, or from May to July from an autumn sowing. The flowers are edible and the petals make an attractively colourful garnish … Read more
Forget-me-nots are delicate little flowers that pack a meaningful symbolic punch. With their light blue petals and sunny yellow centers forget-me-nots have stolen hearts for centuries. These blooms have quite the origin story. According to German legend, a knight and his lady were strolling along the riverside when the woman spotted a patch of exquisite … Read more
We’re hard-pressed to find anyone who doesn’t enjoy the smell of fresh roses gracing their home or garden. Their delicate perfume and charming appearance will enrich any and every environment. And thanks to advancements in horticulture and preservation techniques, we can enjoy the sweet smell of roses just about year-round. But how exactly is this … Read more