What Are the Benefits of Having the Right Tools? All seasoned gardeners know that having the right gardening tools is one of the most important aspects of cultivating a brilliant garden. This is even more important when gardening in summer, as the hot Australian sun can quickly turn a fun hobby into a headache. The
As daffodils are mostly associated with spring, some gardeners may want to know: ‘Can you plant daffodil bulbs in summer?’ Although you should not plant daffodils in summer, this season’s long days and plentiful sun make it the perfect time to start planning your spring garden display. Towards the end of the season, daffodils are
Tips for growing daffodils While you can plant Daffodils all year round, if you’re living in Australia it is best to plant the bulbs in March and April as the flowers tend to bloom in late winter and spring. However, if you’d prefer to add potted daffodils to your outdoor space, you can plant these
There is often a lot of debate and confusion over what we should be calling one of the most popular spring bulbs. Are they Daffodils or Jonquils, and what exactly is a narcissus? While some people struggle to know the difference between Daffodils and Jonquils, others think it’s correct to use the terms interchangeably, but
Growing Hippeastrum Varieties in Australia There are approximately 90 species of Hippeastrum and over 600 different hybrids. You can recognise Hippeastrum plants by their fleshy bulbs, tall broad leaves, and bright coloured flowers. The flowers bloom from bulbs and will usually produce four voluptuous, trumpet shaped blooms per bulb. In Australia, Hippeastrum plants thrive in
