All about the Tradescantia
Tradescantia is a genus of plants native to the Americas, named after John Tradescant, a famous 17th-century plant-hunter. Many species grow outdoors, but three, in particular, make lovely houseplants, with long stems that trail elegantly over the edges of pots and hanging baskets. Tradescantia zebrina has green and silver variegated leaves that show a flash of purple on the [...]
Growing Amaryllis Bulbs
Get festive by growing Amaryllis bulbs (Hippeastrum) for an extravagant bloom that is simply stunning and a great benefit is how easy it is to grow! The big, lousy blooms of the Amaryllis can be in many different colours, mostly white to red and some with stripes as well. Tall stems with glossy foliage adorn hold the big blooms, [...]
15 garden tips for December
December’s the perfect time for tidying up the garden and taking stock, thinking about what worked well and what you might change next year. Catch up with all those little jobs you never get time for during the year, like organising your shed and cleaning your tools. And when the days are cold and dark, start planning for next [...]
Taking care of your Christmas tree
Take good care of your real Christmas tree and it’ll last you right through Christmas and beyond Twelfth Night into the New Year! Christmas trees are fantastic value for money, lending not just a traditional splash of festive cheer but also a delicious scent of pine and a sparkling decoration for the corner of your living room. To make sure your [...]
Plant of the Week: Christmas trees
Pop down to the garden centre this week and you’ll find a dazzling array of natural Christmas trees now in stock. The range of varieties is growing every year: a Norway Spruce is the traditional option, but you’ll also find non-drop Nordmann firs, silvery Blue Spruce and soft, bushy Douglas Fir. Whatever you choose it’ll quickly become the hub of [...]
Getting ready for Christmas!
It’s time to start getting ready for Christmas with these great nature inspired decoration ideas for your home and garden. From twigs and tinsel to robins and ribbons on the Christmas tree, there is so much to enjoy from outside when decorating your home. From cinnamon scented candles to glittery succulents, bring the outside in with these amazing handmade festive decoration [...]