Well, that was a long, wet winter…
Well, what a past nine months we have had. Climate change certainly seems...
If you are short on space for growing herbs, then this is the one for you! Rosemary has been around for centuries and has been used both for medicinal and culinary uses. In recent years, following extensive research, the official Latin name has been changed from Rosmarinus to Salvia Rosmarinus....
I know as growers we are not meant to have favourites and, though I have many favourites, pittosporum is undoubtedly my ultimate shrub. They are planted all round our nursery and garden and it is always our go-to shrub when designing gardens, as they have so much to offer. They...
In this blog we introduce the English classic that is the hydrangea. Macrophylla or Mophead and Lace-cap This is probably the most seen type of hydrangea, with the classic big ball flowers that are either white, pink, red, purple, or blue. The flower colour is really determined by the type...
In our latest blog, it’s time for the allium to take centre stage. If we had to pick one plant in particular for bees, then it would be alliums. They love them and will swarm over them all day. The pompom like flowers are full of nectar and pollen, which...
In this blog we explore the wonderful agapanthus. Native to South Africa, these beautiful perennial plants can be either evergreen or deciduous. Take care with the evergreen varieties as they are less hardy and will need winter protection. Agapanthus like to be in the sunshine in a nice open position....
When it comes to flavour and scent, oregano is up there in our top three. It is another generous herb, is used culinarily and medicinally, and looks right at home planted into an herbaceous border. We have it planted all over the garden and nursery and even in one of...
Well, that was a long, wet winter…
Well, what a past nine months we have had. Climate change certainly seems...
