Nearly everyone loves avocados. They can be eaten as dip, added to a sandwich, substituted for mayonnaise, or simply cut in half and eaten with a spoon. They are high in fat, but it is…
Carl Linnaeus, whose self-chosen epitaph reads, “God Created, Linnaeus arranged” was a major mover in the creation scientific names used today for trees and other sorts of plants, as well as animals. Often, scientific names…
Almost any tree or plant can be an indoor plant. Growing them is just a matter of planning for your plants, thinking about the space you have available, and perhaps adding a table, stand, or…
If you look at the “about” section of the Designer Trees website, you will discover that Tony got his start in the tree business by rescuing Dracaena Draco trees that were about to be cut…
With their twisted, gnarled trunks and silvery green foliage, olive trees not only look magnificently rustic, but they’re also incredibly versatile. Whether you plant one as a feature tree or grow them in a row…
Large trees are definitely majestic, but, if your garden is on the small side, oversized trees can quickly become a nuisance. The best way to keep things under control is by picking tree species with…
Thinking about buying a new tree for your garden? Hopefully, you’ve already narrowed down your options when it comes to choosing a species (hint: pick those that are best suited to the growing conditions that…
In an effort to keep things natural and sustainable, many gardeners are now moving away from chemical fertilisers, turning to DIY alternatives instead. There’s nothing wrong with this – a good homemade fertiliser can easily…
With sustainability and self-sufficiency being major trends at the moment, more and more people are trying their hand at edible landscaping. If the concept of producing your own food in a garden that looks beautifully…
Native to northern Mexico, the Yucca Filifera is an architectural evergreen tree with tufts of sword-shaped leaves. The visual impact that it makes means that it’s a popular tree to have in home gardens, although…
If you’ve treated yourself to a new garden tree, then it goes without saying that you’ll want that tree to thrive once you’ve planted it. One step that many people take before planting a tree…
Sunlight is essential for tree growth and survival. It triggers the photosynthesis process, enabling the tree to produce the vital sugars it needs to grow. However, as with anything in life, too much of a…
If you’ve never heard of potscaping before, prepare to be inspired. This gardening trend makes use of traditional landscaping elements, with the difference being that all plants are grown in pots instead of in the…