The flowering hanging basket is a great way to grow plants indoors or outdoors, however there are important things you should know about them before getting one! What is a hanging basket? A flowering hanging basket is a container for plants that is usually made of plastic or wire. It Read more
Wind is the most common disturbance factor in the garden. The wind can be particularly problematic for plants in exposed locations, such as along a hillside or near a roadway. These are some of the best plants for wind breaking and protecting your other plants. Flowering plants Flowering plants can Read more
Gardening is a great way to get your kids outside, teach them about nature, and help them learn about science. Gardening can also be a fun activity that the whole family can do together. It doesn’t have to be expensive either! In this article I’ll show you how to start Read more
You can’t beat homegrown tomatoes – they’re delicious, nutritious and fun to grow. The trickiest part of growing your own tomatoes is knowing how to sow them. So here’s our guide on how to get the best results from your seeds. Sow tomatoes in seed trays or individual pots. Sow Read more
Whether you’re new to lawn care or an experienced landscaper, spring is the perfect time to start thinking about how to improve your lawn. Whether it’s been a few years since your last mow or you’re just looking for ways to keep up with the latest trends in landscaping, here Read more
Looking for an easy way to add fresh produce to your diet? I’m here to help! Growing vegetables doesn’t have to be hard. In fact, with only a few days of planning and ample space in your backyard or on your balcony, you can have a bountiful harvest all season Read more
The clocks are going forward, which means it’s time to get out into the garden. Now that winter is over you can start doing some essential spring time gardening jobs around your home, including tidying away winter debris, cutting back perennials and shrubs, pruning fruit trees and bushes and raking Read more
Lavender is one of the most popular plants to grow in your garden. The sweet aroma of its flowers fills the air, and its purple colour is beautiful all summer long. Lavender plants are also very easy to take cuttings from, making them ideal for new gardeners who want to Read more
If you’re like me, you’ve been thinking about how to make your garden more wildlife friendly. Making a wildlife friendly garden can be a fun way to help the environment and get closer to nature. The good news is that there are plenty of ways that you can make your Read more
Gardening is one of the most relaxing activities you can do for yourself. It’s also a great way to learn about different plants and flowers, plus it’s super therapeutic. When you’re out in your garden on a sunny day with nothing else to do, time just flies by! Although gardening Read more