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 summers continue to be an issue, many of us are starting to look at ways to make our gardens more adaptable to heatwave conditions. Nobody wants to lose their lovely plants due to dry and hot weather, but that has definitely been the case for ...
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 you’re buying plants. One of the brilliant things about gardening as a hobby is that it’s so accessible to anyone who wants to have a go. Even if you don’t have your own garden, there are lots of great ways to get stuck in: allotments, community gardens, ...
The best fall plants and fall flowers for pots & autumn hanging baskets
Are you looking for some easy ways to get your garden looking good in autumn? This guide to the best fall plants and fall flowers for pots is packed with autumn plant inspiration. What flowers are good for pots in the fall? If you’re wondering “what is a good fall plant?”, you’ve got lots of lovely options. This post covers a wide range of fall flowers for pots and autumn plants for pots. All of the plants included are perfectly ...
Spring flowers for pots: 30 easy plants to grow
Are you ready to give your garden a boost with some spring flowers? This list of the best spring flowers for pots is full of great ideas and tips to inspire you. We all tend to spend less times in our gardens in winter. But when the weather starts to warm up in spring we start using our outdoor spaces more, so it’s only natural to want them to look good and fill us with joy. Add to this the fact that many plants burst into ...
Best winter plants for pots: 25 stunning low maintenance plants
Would you like to perk up your garden this winter? This guide to the best winter plants for pots has lots of gorgeous plant suggestions to inspire you. What are the best plants for winter pots? This post covers twenty five plants for winter pots that will give you a fabulous floral display or provide foliage and interest throughout the coldest months. There are also lots of tips on planting and caring for your winter containers so ...
The best low maintenance plants for outdoor pots, and how to take care of them
Are you looking for advice on the best plants for outdoor pots? Whether you’re a beginner gardener who’d like to start small with plants in containers, or a seasoned pro who’s keen on planting outdoor pots, there’s lots here to inspire you. This post on the best plants for pots lists over 25 fantastic low maintenance plants for outdoor pots. I’ve also included simple tips for taking care of your plants so that they thrive and provide ...
My top winter plants to perk up your garden
We’re heading towards the last ‘official’ weeks of winter, phew! With spring not far off in the garden, it’s only natural to be a bit impatient for that rush of colour that the warmer weather brings. Our garden has been looking decidedly drab all winter. For the last couple of years I’ve promised myself that I will make some changes to our planting, to stop this lack of interest continuing into another year. Guess what? It ...