Layering spring bulbs in pots and containers is a brilliant way to create a glorious mini garden that blooms throughout the spring season in nearly any sized space from a large patio to a flat balcony. The technique, often referred to as creating a “bulb lasagne,” ensures that you have flowers popping up one after […]

Planting spring flowering bulbs in your lawn is one of the simplest ways to add a burst of colour and interest come spring. Imagine stepping out into your garden and seeing a carpet of daffodils, crocuses, or tulips peeking through the grass. An instant mood lifter after a long winter that’s for sure! They’ll flower […]

Houseplants make wonderful companions for students. How so? Well, houseplants offer us a wonderful array of mental, physical and emotional benefits, as well as making any room look good, such as your dorm/study area or home bedroom, breathing life into the space. They can help you to sleep better, de-stress, and even study better. Don’t […]

It’s a warm summer’s evening, the sun is setting, and you’re sitting in your garden enjoying the day coming to an end. There’s a gentle breeze carrying with it the wonderful fragrance of your garden flowers, calming you, invigorating the senses, grounding you in the moment, and creating some cherished moments. Sounds absolutely lovely, doesn’t […]

Hedging plants are a great way to define a boundary, add texture, protect areas in the garden from strong winds, and increase privacy in exposed gardens or those that are overlooked by neighbours. There’s the interest too; with evergreen hedging seeing colour at a time when it’s dull, cold, and not much is alive is […]