Mar 06 2023
Growing an herb garden allows for plenty of variety and experimentation for both the culinary artist and the gardener. An herb garden is fun for first time gardens and a staple for people who have been playing in the dirt since they were kids. The promise of harvest and experimenting with new flavors is hard …
Feb 28 2023
If you have a small garden but would like the added height and interest of a tree, particularly one that puts on a show of spring blossom, then consider growing one in a suitable outdoor planter. Small trees provide all year round interest, with blossom in spring, often followed by summer fruits and autumn colour. …
May 16 2022
Container vegetable gardening is so simple. You can easily grow a whole salad right on your deck or patio! Try lettuce, cucumbers, tomatoes, green peppers, onions, radishes… you can even grow Chinese cabbage. Think how nice it would feel to walk out your kitchen door and harvest everything you need for tonight’s supper. And container …
Apr 28 2022
Many salad crops are suitable for growing in outdoor planters and if you are new to home-grown produce they are an easy and fairly maintenance vegetable group to start with. Like any home-grown produce, salad crops have a unique taste all of their own (once you have tasted your own lettuce you will never go …
Apr 07 2022
Spring is a little late arriving this year, but that doesn’t mean you can’t bring a little bit of spring weather indoors. There are plenty of spring flowering plants that will do well in indoor planters. With a plentiful choice of bulbs and plants available this time of year, here are just a few of …
Jul 28 2021
Hanging baskets are a great way to brighten up a wall or fence and showcase a colourful front door. They are even increasingly brightening up the centres of our towns and cities, making us feel good with a splash of bright colour in a concrete environment. Hanging baskets are just perfect for growing exotic annuals, …