Gardening Calendar: What to Plant in March
If you’re raring to go in the garden or allotment, here are some ideas for what to plant in March. The arrival of March really is the start of the…
Free plants for your garden: how to divide perennials
Do you like the sound of free plants for your garden? Of course you do! This step-by-step-guide to dividing your existing perennial plants shows you how to make new plants…
Flower gardening for beginners: 12 easy flowers to grow from seed
Would you like to grow flowers from seed, but need a little help getting started? This guide to twelve easy flowers to grow from seed has got you covered. Why…
5 Ways to Reduce Transplant Shock in Your Plants
If you’ve ever introduced a plant to your garden, you’re probably aware of just how difficult it can be to transition plants to new homes, and the toll it can…
Annual vs. Perennial plants: what’s the difference?
Are you looking for an explanation of the difference between annual vs. perennial plants? This article will demystify the jargon and help you to make an informed choice next time…
Growing sunflowers in pots: easy step-by-step guide
If you’re looking for easy seeds to grow with children, it’s hard to beat growing sunflowers in pots. If you’re not gardening with children, sunflowers are still fantastic plants to…
26 best companion plants for lavender in the garden
Would you like to grow healthy and beautiful lavender plants in your garden? This guide to the best companion plants for lavender will help you to do just that. One…
21 best companion plants for cantaloupe + 9 to avoid
Would you like to maximise your cantaloupe harvest? This list of good companion plants for cantaloupe will help you give your plants the best chance of thriving and fruiting. The…
41 best spinach companion plants (+ 5 to avoid)
In the world of gardening, the practice of companion planting has gained popularity for its remarkable ability to enhance the health and productivity of crops. When it comes to spinach…
50 drought tolerant plants for hot and dry weather
Are you looking for inspiration on drought tolerant plants? This article has 50 great suggestions for low maintenance plants that will tolerate hot, dry weather. As climate change and scorching…