Everybody loves the hardy, disease-resistant shrub roses that have become so popular in the last couple of decades for their easy care and nonchalant reblooming. Many will bloom â and often rebloom after June â without deadheading, and survive even cold Midwestern winters without being swaddled. Some slow-release fertilizer in spring is welcome, but many […]
My garden will be open in July, as part of The Garden Conservancyâs Open Days program. Right now Iâm madly tucking last-minute plants into my beds and borders. But I donât want just any old plant. No, Iâm on the hunt for the new and/or unusual. My quest is a common one among gardeners. So […]
The digital revolution has touched almost every walk of life. From shopping to socialising, people are turning to the internet. It is a source of inspiration and information for many and mobile technology has made access to it almost universal. The US is one of the most pioneering countries when it comes to web access […]
Keeping your flowers in great condition while mother nature is throwing storms, droughts and icy spells your way can be tricky. Some plants – usually the most beautiful – are extremely tricky to care for and short of wrapping them in a fleece, or taking them indoors, they struggle to survive the harsh conditions prevalent […]
No one ever said gardening is an easy pastime. Enjoyable, yes. Hard work, sometimes. Every gardener will tell you that the first time they got their hands covered in soil and started removing weeds from their patch they were left aching all over. The humble pastime of growing your own food can be tough at […]
Over in the UK, Wimbledon has arrived. Venus Williams has already fallen by the wayside and the tournament is really starting to hot up – unlike the British summer, which is proving wet and cool. However, aside from the plethora of tennis stars hot-footing across the Atlantic – and the impeccably manicured lawns – to […]
When a bout of harsh and stormy weather comes in, the impact can be particularly troubling for hard-working gardeners. However, there is plenty of action the green-fingered enthusiast can take in order to bring things back under control. Indeed, it becomes more important than ever to take care of a green space. In an article […]
There are many different things that contribute to the overall look and feel of a garden, none of which are to be underestimated. Indeed, while certain styles may come and go, it is important not to forget the practical applications of certain considerations. For instance, in an article for the Daily Telegraph, professional gardener and […]
As the weather is starting to get much warmer as we finally enter the summer season, gardeners will be getting to work on a slightly different range of tasks in their green spaces. The range of activities expands slightly for those who are able to take advantage of access to a greenhouse. These additional spaces […]
When people think of roses, a lot of things come to mind. The simple white and red varieties of the flower are undoubtedly the most famous. There are many reasons for this popularity – for instance the scarlet oens have romantic connotations that make them a popular gift for couples. Indeed, Valentine's Day is often […]
In a parallel to the culinary worldâs slow/sustainable food movement, the idea of buying nearby flowers is taking off. Just in time to explain it all, here comes the book: The 50-Mile BouquetâSeasonal, Local and Sustainable Flowers, by garden writer Debra Prinzing and photographer David Perry. Also billed as âThe Organic Flower-growing, Gathering and Design Guide,â itâs […]
There are many reasons that gardening is such a popular pastime in the US – and the fact that it holds a universal appeal is surely quite high on the list. Indeed, a recent study published by the University of Delaware found that it is a more widely-enjoyed pastime in the country than adventurous hobbies […]
