Plants and Lawn Care

If you are thinking of starting your own flower bed, then you are in the right place.With our guide, we can tell you exactly how to start a flower bed for beginners, how to prepare the garden bed for flowers, and give you a step by step guide of where to start. Planting a flower bed […]

There’s nothing quite like heading out into your garden and cutting a bunch of fresh, homegrown mint. However, one thing that you need to know about this wonderful plant is that it is incredibly invasive. Plant mint directly into your flower beds or in with your other herbs and you’ll soon find that it spreads right

There are three things you need to consider when choosing the best spot for your fruit trees; light, temperature & shelter, and exposure.To ensure you get a bumper crop and to get the healthiest, tastiest fruit possible, it’s important to make sure you’ve planted your fruit trees in the right place. Whether it’s apples, plums, pears,

Strawberries are one of the easiest fruits to grow in your garden, and they are very versatile too. You can grow them in borders, containers, or even hanging baskets. You don’t need specialist soil or an extremely precise climate for the plant to flourish. Your garden soil should be fine for growing strawberries, whether it is

Nope! They’re actually one of the easiest vegetables to grow because they’re drought resistant. This means that even during the longest of dry spells, they’ll continue to grow as normal, so they don’t need to be watered that often, just weekly.That being said, you should still endeavor to give them a good soak if it

There are many great reasons to consider growing your own food. Homegrown vegetables are often cheaper, organic, and there are many other benefits too.For example, maintaining a vegetable patch is a very rewarding experience that can do wonders for your self-esteem and mental health. Sounds simple enough right? After all, it’s the plant that does most

Different plants will thrive in very different weather conditions and temperatures. Most common outdoor yard plants will prefer warmer temperatures and direct sunlight.Plants that are best suited to colder temperatures, including climates that dip to and below 40 degrees (Fahrenheit), are hardy plants. Common hardy plants for your yard include:Siberian Iris – this hardy plant, native

The first step to starting a garden is to choose a suitable location. If you are planning to grow edible crops, you will need to choose an area with a minimum of 5 hours of direct sunlight every day. Watch your yard for a few days and see where and when the sun appears. You

Most people find it virtually impossible to get going in the morning with a cup of coffee to help power them into action. But, when you’ve had your fill and the time comes to clean your coffee machine, what do you do with the grounds?If, up until now, you’ve simply been throwing them in the

There are a lot of conversations happening right now about re-wilding. These conversations are usually around public spaces.But what about re-wilding your own backyard? We have all become accustomed to mown and manicured lawns. But this isn’t the only way to maintain your yard.If you want to allow wildflowers and insects that are integral to