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 spikes, deep green foliage, and white flowers tinged with pink or ...
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On: May 19, 2024
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 attractive foliage, this plant is a favorite among gardeners for its ...
On: May 16, 2024
How to Grow Euphorbia mellifera
Euphorbia mellifera, commonly known as honey spurge, is a versatile and attractive evergreen shrub known for its honey-scented flowers and striking foliage. Native to the Canary Islands, this plant is a great addition to gardens ...
On: May 15, 2024
How to Grow Tithonias
Tithonias, also known as Mexican sunflowers, are vibrant and robust annual flowers that add a splash of color and attract pollinators to your garden. These sun-loving plants are known for their bright orange and red ...
On: May 11, 2024
How to grow Boehmeria biloba
Sandpaper Plant (Boehmeria biloba) is a remarkable addition to UK gardens, known for its unique texture and adaptability. With its delicate foliage resembling sandpaper, this plant offers a distinctive charm that can enhance any outdoor ...
On: April 23, 2024
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 make it a standout choice for gardeners seeking to add a ...
On: April 19, 2024
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 or biennials not only add a charming aesthetic to gardens but ...
On: April 16, 2024
How to grow Pseudopanax ‘Cyril Watson’
Pseudopanax ‘Cyril Watson’, also known as Mountain Toatoa, is a striking evergreen shrub native to New Zealand. Here’s a general guide on how to grow Pseudopanax ‘Cyril Watson’ By following these guidelines, you can grow ...
On: April 16, 2024
How to grow the Tulip Tree
Growing a tulip tree, also known as Liriodendron tulipifera, can be a great addition to a tropical garden in the UK. Here’s a guide on how to grow the Tulip tree Size: Tulip trees are ...
On: March 20, 2024
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. With its delicate, nodding yellow flowers and mottled leaves, it adds ...
