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 […]

Add Zing! to your meals with these favourite herbs that you can grow. Sweet Basil (annual) 40 to 60 cm tall; tender annual that can not be planted until early […]

Keep your furry friends safe by choosing houseplants that are non-toxic to them. These plants will add colour and texture to your home while keeping your cats and dogs safe […]

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 […]

All trees and shrubs will provide something of value to birds — nesting sites, insect food, shelter from weather and predators. There are, without doubt, birds in your garden now. […]

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 […]

A perennial is a herbaceous (soft and fleshy) plant that thrives for three or more years. Perennials come in a variety of sizes, shapes and colours and can bloom from […]

Plants play an important role in our lives and in our homes, but unfortunately, they are susceptible to a variety of problems that can cause them to become unhealthy or […]

One of the most common problems with shade in the garden IS THE LACK OF IT!? In a new home, in a new subdivision, where can you grow lush leafy […]