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Bromeliad Grow Guide

IntroductionBromeliads are striking, exotic plants that bring a tropical flair to UK gardens and homes. Native to Central and South America, these plants are...

Grow Guide: Corydalis ‘Blue Heron’

Elegant blue blooms for shady borders and woodland gardens 🌿 Plant Overview Botanical Name: Corydalis elata ‘Blue Heron’ Common Name: Blue Heron Corydalis Family: Papaveraceae Type: Herbaceous perennial Hardiness: RHS...

Five Yellow Flowers for a Tropical-Style Garden: Exotic Blooms with Unique Appeal

Creating a tropical-style garden can be a rewarding endeavor, especially if you choose flowers that not only add vibrant colors but also bring unique...

Amaranthus: Sow in Love with Your UK Tropical Garden

Amaranthus, commonly known as amaranth, is a vibrant and versatile plant that can add a dramatic flair to your UK tropical garden. Known for...

Cleome: A victorian favourite for a modern garden

The Cleome flower, commonly known as the spider flower, is a striking addition to any garden with its tall, airy blooms and unique, spidery...

Spanish Flag: A Fiesta of Color for Your UK Garden

The allure of a tropical garden lies in its vibrant colors, exotic plants, and the sense of paradise it evokes. For gardeners in the...

Red Hot and Climbing: Lonicera ‘Dropmore Scarlet’

Lonicera ‘Dropmore Scarlet’, commonly known as the Dropmore Scarlet Honeysuckle, is a beautiful and versatile climber that brings a splash of vibrant color to...

Tropical Heat: Three Fiery Orange Flowers to Ignite Your UK Garden

The Best Orange Flowers for a UK Tropical-Style Garden Creating a tropical-style garden in the UK can be a rewarding challenge, where vibrant colors and...

Tower Lilies: The Majestic Giants of the Garden

Tower lilies, also known as giant lilies, are a stunning addition to any garden, renowned for their impressive height and breathtaking blooms. These horticultural...

Crocosmias: The Devil’s Own Fire in Your UK Garden!

Crocosmias, with their vibrant blooms and lush, sword-like foliage, are a staple in many UK tropical gardens. These South African natives, also known as...

Growing Arisaema consanguineum in the UK: A Guide to Cultivating the Exotic Cobra Lily

Arisaema consanguineum, also known as the Cobra Lily, is an exotic and intriguing plant that can add a dramatic touch to any UK garden....

How to Grow Strelitzia: A Guide to the Bird of Paradise Plant

Strelitzia, commonly known as Bird of Paradise, is a strikingly beautiful plant native to South Africa. Named for its bird-like flowers that resemble a...

How To Grow Monarda

Monarda, commonly known as bee balm, is a vibrant, aromatic perennial belonging to the mint family. Known for its unique, shaggy blooms and ability...

Growing Oxalis Triangularis: The Enchanting Purple Shamrock

Introduction Oxalis triangularis, commonly known as the Purple Shamrock or False Shamrock, is a captivating plant with its striking purple foliage and delicate white or...

How To Grow Kniphofia ‘Popsicle’

Kniphofia, commonly known as Red Hot Poker or Torch Lily, is a striking and vibrant perennial that adds a splash of color to any...

Growing Meconopsis in a UK Tropical Style Garden

Creating a tropical-style garden in the UK can be a delightful challenge, blending lush, exotic plants with the sometimes harsh British climate. One stunning...

How to Grow Bromeliad Guzmania Lingulata ‘Francesca’

Bromeliad Guzmania Lingulata, commonly known as the scarlet star, is a popular houseplant known for its vibrant bracts and rosette of glossy green leaves....

How to grow Shoo Fly Plant

Introduction The Shoo Fly Plant, common name Apple of Peru, known scientifically as Nicandra physalodes, is a striking addition to many tropical gardens in the...

How to grow Foxgloves

Foxgloves (Digitalis purpurea), with their striking tubular flowers and tall spires, are a beloved sight in gardens and wild landscapes alike. These biennial plants,...

How to grow Montanoa grandiflora (Tree Daisy)

Tree Daisy, scientifically known as Montanoa grandiflora, is a stunning ornamental plant known for its large, daisy-like flowers and lush foliage. Native to Mexico...

How to Grow Acanthus ‘Morning’s Candle’

Acanthus 'Morning's Candle', commonly known as Bear's Breeches, is a striking perennial plant that adds architectural elegance to any garden. With its tall flower...

How to Grow Geum ‘Totally Tangerine’: A Comprehensive Guide

Geum 'Totally Tangerine' is a vibrant and long-blooming perennial that adds a splash of orange to any garden. With its striking tangerine-colored flowers and...

How to Grow Filipendula rubra ‘Venusta’

Filipendula rubra 'Venusta', commonly known as Queen of the Prairie, is a stunning perennial that adds a splash of vibrant color and an airy,...

How to Grow Ligularia przewalskii

Ligularia przewalskii, commonly known as Przewalski's golden ray, is a striking perennial plant renowned for its dramatic foliage and tall, yellow flower spikes. Native...

How to Grow Filipendula ‘Red Umbrellas’

Filipendula ‘Red Umbrellas’ is a striking perennial that adds a splash of vibrant color and texture to any garden. Known for its red-tinted stems,...

How to Grow Lonicera × brownii ‘Dropmore Scarlet’

In the world of gardening, few plants capture the imagination quite like the Lonicera × brownii 'Dropmore Scarlet'. Its fiery blooms and vigorous growth...

How to grow Verbascum

Verbascums, also known as mulleins, are a group of flowering plants renowned for their tall spikes adorned with delicate, cup-shaped flowers. These hardy perennials...

How to grow Erythronium Pagoda

Erythronium Pagoda, commonly known as the Pagoda Dogtooth Violet or simply Dogtooth Violet, is a charming perennial plant native to North America and Asia....

How to grow Hesperantha

Hesperantha is a genus of flowering plants in the family Iridaceae, commonly known as "river lilies" or "kaffir lilies." These plants are native to...

How to grow Abutilon Orange ‘Hot Lava’

Abutilon Orange 'Hot Lava,' commonly known as Flowering Maple, is a beautiful and vibrant flowering shrub known for its striking orange blossoms and elegant...

How to grow Sauromatum giganteum in the UK

Sauromatum giganteum, commonly known as the voodoo lily or giant voodoo lily, is an unusual and fascinating plant known for its large, exotic-looking leaves...

How to grow Cuphea ignea, cigar plant

Cuphea ignea, commonly known as the cigar plant or firecracker plant, is a tropical flowering shrub that produces tubular, red-orange flowers that resemble a...

How to grow Fuchsia Boliviana in the UK

Growing Fuchsia boliviana in the UK can be a bit more challenging due to the cooler climate. However, with the right care and attention,...

How to grow and care for Cleome

Cleome, also known as spider flower or bee plant, is a unique and attractive flowering plant that can add beauty to your garden. Here's...

How to grow Lysimachia clethroides

Lysimachia clethroides, commonly known as Gooseneck Loosestrife, is a beautiful herbaceous perennial that produces arching spikes of white, gooseneck-shaped flowers. Here's how to grow...

How to maintain Crocosmias

Crocosmias, also known as montbretias, are beautiful flowering perennials that produce clusters of vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers in shades of orange, red, and yellow. Here...

How to grow Salvia Amistad

Salvia ‘Amistad’ is a beautiful perennial plant known for its striking deep purple flowers and velvety green leaves. Here’s a guide on how to...

How to grow Tigridia

Tigridia pavonia might be a short lived flower but when it opens, wow, what a flower! Tigridia pavonia flowers in July and August for...

How to grow Tithonia rotundifolia

If you are looking for a tall dazzler then Tithonia rotundifolia might be for you. This orange whopper grows to a height of about...

How to grow Dicentra spectabilis ‘white gold’

Dicentra spectabilis 'white gold', commonly known as bleeding heart, has been renamed to Lamprocapnos spectabilis. All very confusing! Although it has a delicate...

How to grow Clematis Armandii ‘Snowdrift’

Clematis Armandii ‘Snowdrift’ is a breathtaking evergreen vine celebrated for its profusion of fragrant white flowers and lush foliage. With proper care and attention,...

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