Herbs are some of the oldest cultivated plants, and include annuals, biennials, herbaceous perennials and evergreen shrubs. Some herbs are grown for their leaves, which are used to flavour a wide range of dishes, while others have seeds that introduce rich, spicy flavours to food and drinks. Occasionally, roots and stems are used to create […]
With the opportunity to create a wide range of colors each year, it is difficult to understand why flower borders formed of hardy annuals are not more popular. It is true that these beds involve quite a lot of work, in relative terms, but this pales into insignificance when you see the superb results and […]
Removing an old gate or fence and replacing it with a new one can have a dramatic effect on a garden. By the same token, re-painting a fence can improve the whole surrounding aspect. New fences for old The range of different fences now available is extremely wide; a few of them are shown here. […]
Shrubs in tubs look good anywhere in the garden – and can help keep people off cobbled areas, as in this case – but they need careful protection in the winter months. Tidying up hedges Shaping hedges: In areas where heavy snow falls are an annual occurrence, trim the tops of hedges with a slight […]
A handsome lawn acts as an attractive foil for flowering and foliage plants and is usually the first feature to be noticed on entering a garden. However, it is often the most abused of all garden features, having to survive the full force of the weather and the ravages of dogs and children. Fortunately, there […]
Making a garden more exciting and attractive is not always about creating new features, but more often than not about improving existing and established areas. For example, patios and lawns take up the most space in the majority of gardens, and should these become tatty and neglected the entire garden is marred. Broken or loose […]
I remember as a young child, trying to mow our small front yard with a reel push mower. I remember my dad made it look so easy but as a kid, I couldn\’t wait for the day I could get a mower with a motor! Well, guess what, now I want a push reel mower […]
The term \”Say it with flowers\”, is well known to many. They are used to adorn venues for weddings and funerals and many other festivals. Some people use them as prayer offerings. People give flowers to share emotions like love and affection as well as to console friends in unhappy times. Flowers and florists are […]
So at this point, you have probably taken the time to research raised bed gardening and have found that it is the perfect solution for those with limited space or time, poor soil quality, or limited physical abilities. If you have planned out your garden space, purchased or built a garden bed gardening kit, now […]
If you and your children like to garden, the beginning of the year is ideal for getting ready for the approaching planting time. As you all browse through garden and seed catalogs, it is exciting to decide which types of flowers, fruits and veggies you want to enjoy once the garden season begins. Sowing seeds […]
