Butterfly Bushes (Buddleias) and Bluebeards (caryopteris) are the best of the flowering plants for attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. Butterfly Bush grows long wands of fragrant flowers and is available in […]

How to Grow Clematis Clematis vines are a fantastic group of plants offering bold seasonal colours. From the beautiful, large-flowered hybrids to the more subtle but equally stunning smaller-flowered species, […]

Hydrangea is a genus of long-lived flowering shrubs and climbers. They are best in rich, moist, well-drained soil. They grow well in the sun or part-shade with adequate moisture. Smooth […]

The diverse beauty of Japanese maples has captivated gardeners for centuries. During the Edo era in Japan, over 250 named cultivars were selected and grown. Today, there are over 1,000 […]

Preparation Your new plants should be installed as soon as possible. If there is some delay in planting, then it is important to guard against moisture loss. Store plants in […]

Garden Planning Find an area which will receive at least five to six hours of direct sunlight daily. Decide which vegetables and the amount of each you want to include […]

The plants listed below are among the Hummingbird’s favourites. While reds dominate the list, plenty of other colours are suggested for varied planting. The most important aspect of designing a […]

Potatoes and onions are staple crops in many households and a great addition to any garden. Planting seed potatoes and onion sets is a relatively easy task, but some best […]

Rhododendrons are heavy flowering evergreen plants which enjoy a sheltered and shaded location. Azaleas are also heavy flowering plants and enjoy a sunny or semi-shaded location. Where to Grow Rhododendrons […]