‘Evergreen’ refers to any plant that retains its foliage throughout the year, as opposed to shedding it ahead of winter. In fact, the foliage doesn’t necessarily have to be green for a plant to qualify as evergreen – for example, it may be blue-grey or golden – but it is essentially constant, rather than changing
How To Attract Butterflies To Your Garden Butterflies are a true pleasure to have in the garden. Not only are they enchanting to watch, they’re also highly beneficial for both the plants in your garden and local wild ecosystems. Want to make your garden a butterfly hotspot? Why attract butterflies? First, it’s worth taking a
Trees are essential to life on planet Earth, and with the environmental issues more pressing than ever, awareness of this is becoming more widespread. But what exactly is it that trees do for us? The answer spans a number of different levels, from local-scale benefits to global management of carbon emissions. Read on to find
In a word, yes! The more pressing question, though, is whether trees can help solve the ongoing problem of climate change by helping to mitigate CO2 emissions, and if so, how this can best be achieved. Many gardeners are wondering what they can do to help. Here, we take a shot at some frequently asked
Is Dichondra repens invasive? This is a commonly asked question. Here, we’ll put those concerns to rest, and explain how to use this plant to great effect in your garden. What sort of plant is it? Dichondra repens, also known as kidney weed or simply dichondra, is a herbaceous perennial with a creeping habit and
Between nosy neighbours and pedestrians peeping over the fence, enjoying your space uninterrupted can sometimes be a challenge. If that rings true, it’s time to start using plants to your advantage. Screening plants are the ideal way to create a private sanctuary while beautifying your space with vertical greenery. From hedges to trellises and strategically
Flowering bulbs are a fantastic addition to garden beds, in drifts under trees, and grouped in pots or containers. Their spectacular blooms are unbeatable for form and colour, and many are delightfully fragrant. Whether you’re leaving your bulbs to naturalise or lifting and storing them during dormancy, getting the initial planting right will help you
Why should I fertilise? Fertilising your plants is one of the most important things you can do for the longevity of your garden. Plants that are fertilised properly receive the vital nutrients they need to keep growing and produce fruit, whereas plants that aren’t fertilised may struggle to grow and thrive. With many different types
We all love a splash of colour in the garden. While we tend to think of flowers as the main means of achieving this, they actually have some stiff competition in the colour stakes – foliage can be just as vibrant and visually striking in its own right. What’s more, green isn’t the only colour
What is nitrogen? Nitrogen is a colourless and odourless gas that can be found in all living things, including plants. In plants, Nitrogen is found within enzymes also known as chlorophyll, and is actively involved in how a plant metabolises nutrients, food and water. Healthy plants contain on average, 3-4% nitrogen in any part of
