Although it is unlikely that you will find Oberon and Titania, or even Bottom, the donkey-headed man in your garden at Midsummer, it is a season just as magical as the Shakespearean play. Poised at…
Ever wish your garden looked lusher, fuller, and more cohesive? The answer lies in layering. Layered landscaping is a concept that involves designing your garden and plants in a specific way to create a flowing…
There are two times of the year when planting trees out-of-doors is just not the best idea: mid-winter, and mid-summer. But that does not mean that tree lovers have to do without their favorite plants….
Selecting bedding plants to place beneath your designer trees can be challenging. Trees tend to be resource hogs, and it pays to know what the forests look like where your trees grow naturally. Plants that…
Mid to late summer is often the time of year when beginning gardeners give up planning or expanding the garden and focus on keeping their existing plants in good shape. This might mean watering them,…
Indoor gardens are a great way to beautify your home. Not only that, but many plants also offer air purifying properties, along with fresh fruits and vegetables, meaning that your humble indoor garden could end…
Also known as the hedgehog cactus, the golden barrel cactus is definitely an intriguing plant. These spiky golden balls add so much texture and colour to a garden, while also being very easy to care…
If you are a gardener, you have often heard the term, “succulent”. You might have asked yourself what exactly is it that makes a succulent? You know that cacti, aloes, agave, and tree yuccas are…
Living by the coast definitely has its perks. However, many gardeners struggle with coastal gardens – the combination of salty sprays and salt in the soil provides less-than-ideal conditions for many plants. Don’t worry, this…
People who love plants and gardening do not always have the space, weather, or time to garden outside. An excellent solution to this is to grow plants in pots. Sunrooms, patios, even living rooms or…
Just about every tree is beneficial in terms of improving air quality, but some are truly exceptional at filtering away toxins and purifying the air. If you’ve been looking for a way to improve the…
Finding a tree that’s suitable for a smaller space can often be a challenge. Whether you’re able to plant in the ground or need to grow your tree in a container, these are the best…
It’s important to make sure that the tree you choose not only meets all of your own requirements when it comes to shape and size, but is also suited to the growing conditions in your…