Renowned for their bright flowers and decorative round leaves, nasturtiums (Tropaeolum genus) are a great addition to the garden. These gorgeous, cottage-style flowers are fairly easy to grow, they smell wonderful, and many varieties are completely edible. One of the most popular nasturtium species is Tropaeolum majus, also known as a garden nasturtium, Indian cress, …
Hydrangeas put on a spectacular show of blooms every year that I think I wouldn’t be without one in my garden. The great big heads of flowers that come in a variety of colours start in early summer and last until late summer. Making the most of these flowers and prolonging the flowering of your …
If you have ever noticed plants that seem to come back every year or only last a year then you will know there is a difference between the life cycles of different plant species. Annual, perennial and biennial are how we describe these life cycles. What Is The Difference Between Annuals, Perennials, and Biennials? Understanding …
One of the most renowned flowering plants for vertical interest, foxgloves really have a striking appearance thanks to their vivid bell-shaped blooms. These easy-to-care for, quick-growers will give a wonderful display to your garden with a lovely rustic, cottage-style touch. In combination with other ornamental species like ferns, alliums, lilies, or peonies, foxgloves can make …