Whether growing plants in greenhouses or out in the ground, it’s common to complain that we don’t have the space we need. The more I garden, the more I find that making the most of my gardening space is an enjoyable challenge. Some years produce greater success than others; here are some tips based upon […]
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 world’s 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 Bouquet—Seasonal, Local and Sustainable Flowers, by garden writer Debra Prinzing and photographer David Perry. Also billed as “The Organic Flower-growing, Gathering and Design Guide,” it’s […]
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 […]
It’s all in a name. Scarlet runner beans, it turns out, are runners. Somebody gave me some seeds this spring and I tried starting them in little pots under lights, with a vague idea of having transplants that would later climb up something in the garden and be bright and colorful. Boy, did they climb […]
Green-fingered individuals can turn to a wide range of sources for inspiration, but needless to say many are more popular than others. Events dedicated to the pastime are often very popular for just this reason, with the Royal Horticultural Society's Chelsea Flower Show 2012 a particularly good example of such a festival. It recently took […]
Few crops so require a greenhouse as melons. True seedsmen do sell varieties that may in a very good summer crop outdoors, but most years the results are rather disappointing. Come under cover though and truly amazing melons can be had of a size, sweetness and aroma far exceeding any sold commercially. The main reason […]
Wisteria is a kind of flowering plant that – when carefully cultivated – can make a very beautiful contribution to a garden. In an article for the Daily Telegraph in the UK, celebrity gardener and former presenter of the Gardener's World television show Sarah Raven asserted that it can create a "vision of spring paradise". […]
Celebrity gardener and former presenter of horticultural television show Gardener's World Toby Buckland has recommended wall-climbing plants. In an interview for gossip and lifestyle magazine Female First, he specified they are ideal for those who are looking for plants they can invest in without spending too much money. The expert acknowledged that they may not […]
