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 ...
My top 5 plants for August flowers and foliage
This is a collaborative post in partnership with Hillier Garden Centres. Are you enjoying your late summer garden at the moment? We’ve had some incredible weather recently, and while it’s been scorching during the day, I’ve spent many balmy evenings on the patio cooling down and enjoying the view. Fingers crossed the good weather continues all the way into autumn! I always think of August as a time of year when all the hard work ...
20 great summer plants for pots and hanging baskets
Collaborative post Would you like to fill your garden with flowers this summer? Many of us spend more time in our gardens in summer, so it’s the perfect season to create a show-stopping display of flowers and foliage for the whole family to enjoy. Planting up summer containers and hanging baskets is a brilliant way to perk up a patio or front door, and it’s also ideal if you’ve got a small outdoor space or not much time to keep on top ...
Hanging flower baskets: how to create a wow factor display
Would you like to create show-stopping hanging flower baskets? This guide has everything you need to help you plant an amazing display that looks good for months. Tips for stunning hanging flower baskets In this post we’ll cover tips and tricks on planting and caring for your hanging flower baskets. I’ve also included a list of the best plants for hanging baskets to inspire your plant shopping. Are hanging baskets old ...
Get your garden ready for spring and beyond with Hillier
This is a collaborative post in partnership with Hillier Garden Centres. Are you spending more time in the garden now that spring has arrived? As the weather warms up and daylight hours increase, we naturally want to make the most of our outdoor spaces - but in reality after the winter months there’s usually some work to do before we can sit back and relax. If your garden is looking a bit neglected right now, there are lots of things ...
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 plants for winter hanging baskets
If you’re keen to make your garden look good in winter, one of the simplest ways to do it is to plant up some winter hanging baskets and pots. This guide to the best plants for winter hanging baskets has a great range of plants to help you create a lovely winter display. What plants are best for hanging baskets in winter? In this post you'll find lots of plants for winter hanging baskets that will provide you with flowers or beautiful ...
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 ...