Category Gardening Articles

Plants that will reliably flower in Fall are not only popular for weddings, they are a great addition to any garden. A good display of flowers during late in the season prolongs the beauty of and perennial border. With a…

For many gardeners, spring bulbs provide a flowering highlight in the garden. Planted in containers, in formal garden beds or allowed to naturalise in the garden or lawn they can be used just about anywhere. They early flowering Galanthus, Acis…

When we look for some of the best examples of spring flowering trees, often the very common varieties are put forward. Chanticleer Ornamental Pear (Pyrus calleryana ‘Chanticleer’) are a great spring flowering tree, however they are rather large. A few…

We would all like a garden full of flowers all year round, and summer is a time when we need to choose the hardy types of flowers that can stand the heat. The best varieties of flowers for summer will…

Easy to grow from seed, sunflowers are not only attractive with large colorful flowers. They are fast growing, hardy in the heat of summer and with careful planting can offer shade to other plants, especially newly planted ones. These are…

A water feature on a patio is a great idea, water brings a feeling of calmness and peace and can act as a focal feature. Water features for patios can be simple plug in features complete with pump, water wall,…

Selecting the best plants for a hedge is going to depend on the climate, the soil and the aspect. And of course the type of hedge you want. Formal or Informal. Evergreen or Deciduous. Flowering or not. Tall growing or…

We look at the best rose bushes for the garden. Every gardener has favorite plants, and with roses the top ten list is a matter of debate as with all plants. Our list is of the best roses and most…