Lupins are wonderful plants to have in the garden as once established they regrow beautiful tall blooms every year in a range of stunning colours. Sometimes however, even after years of performing well they can falter and droop. So if you have asked the question “Why Are My Lupins Drooping?” then read on for answers … Read more
Hebes are beautiful plants with ornamental leaves and flowers that are and popular with bees and other pollinators. As a beginner gardener, it can sometimes be disheartening when the plants you have nurtured from seed or bought from a garden centre lose their health and begin to falter. So if you have asked the question … Read more
Growing your own fruit and vegetables is always a valuable enterprise and never more so when food prices are rising. Here we will look at how to grow Cavolo Nero which translates to “Black Cabbage”, a type of very dark and textured Kale strongly associated with Tuscany, but actually grown and regarded highly all through … Read more
A tall and beautiful plant, Hollyhocks are associated with cottage gardens and at up to two metres high can create a stunning backdrop to a border. Something to bear in mind is that Hollyhocks are predominantly biennial or short-lived perennials, which means they spend the first year establishing a root system and foliage, and will … Read more
It is likely that whatever your growing space, be it garden, paved area or balcony, you will have areas that are naturally shaded for some or most of the day. In my garden the left had side gets all the sun, while the right-hand side is shaded by a fence that runs the length of … Read more
I love chillies. I am addicted for sure and love both fresh and pickled on practically every meal, including breakfast! They are great in so many types of cuisine from Asian, to Mexican and European. There are many varieties to choose from depending on how spicy you want the fruit to be, and what size … Read more
If you find yourself regularly purchasing herbs from the supermarket and want to know how to grow your own, this post will help you discover the 10 easiest herbs to grow at home, either indoors or in the garden. Growing herbs can save you money, reduce waste (how many times have you thrown away that … Read more
Starting a garden can be overwhelming and it very much depends on what you have to begin with. Some people may have a plain area of grass, others may have paving or concrete they need to remove first, or you may be lucky and you already have an existing garden that you have just arrived … Read more