Description There are two types of fennel. One is treated as an herb (herb fennel – Foeniculum vulgare) and one that is treated like a bulb type vegetable (Florence fennel or Finocchio – Foeniculum vulgare var. dulce). ... ...Read More … [Read more...]
Growing Daffodils
Daffodils are among the easiest plants to grow, and the rewards far outweigh the work. Of the major groups of bulbs, daffodils are the only truly reliable perennials, and the blooming season can be as long as two months if the right varieties are … [Read more...]
10 Garden Ideas to Steal from Superstar Dutch Designer Piet Oudolf
If the world of gardening has rock stars, Piet Oudolf qualifies as Mick Jagger, David Bowie, and Prince rolled into one. The Dutch landscape designer—whose work is instantly recognizable for its dreamy romanticism and oft-copied for its emphasis on … [Read more...]
So, I’m Not Alone, Eh?
Apparently, deer-eaten plants is an even worse issue than I thought… and it’s one that seems to bring out a lot of passion, compassion, and empathy. Lots of fellow gardeners wrote not only to offer tips and experience-driven advice, but to say how … [Read more...]
2019 Herb of the Year: Anise Hyssop
Although we are enjoying Hops, which is (was) Herb of the Year 2018, we are gearing up for Agastache, Herb of the Year for 2019. Agastache includes other herbs besides anise hyssop (some even mint scented), however I am concentrating on the … [Read more...]
Meet the 2019 Annual of the Year
Meet one of the most touchable, versatile and easy plants you'll ever grow - Lemon Coral® Sedum. Whether you're planning your container recipes or redoing a garden bed, you'll find a use for this fabulous succulent. Let's take a closer look. More... … [Read more...]
The NASA Guide To Air-filtering Houseplants
It won't surprise you to hear that the majority of people spend the bulk of their time indoors, whether it's at home or working in an office environment. As such, it's important to ensure that the air quality is of a high standard, something that … [Read more...]
Growing Currants
Gorgeous Indoor Plants that LOVE the Dark
Do you want to brighten up a dark corner of your home or add a little life to the basement? There are a number of beautiful indoor plants that do well in low light situations. Many are also low maintenance and thrive on … [Read more...]
Hellebores – what to know and which to grow
Hellebores are the jewels of the garden come winter and early spring, and come in myriad petal forms and colours. "What Herbaceous perennials with nodding, bell-shaped flowers and glossy, semi-evergreen foliage. Single, double and semi-double … [Read more...]