Verbena is an extremely floriferous and attractive group of herbaceous perennials. Many of us could not be without verbena, not least for their propensity to play pied piper to millions of butterflies ...

Plenty of flowers attract hummingbirds in the spring and summer, but it takes something special to keep them coming back to ...

Flames are dancing in the fireplace and I know an arctic blast is on its way, but I am looking at photos of Cotton Candy, Wine and Cheese, and Roccoco, which sounds like a delightful chocolate. These ...

As you are planning this year’s mixed container designs, the Garden Guy wants to give you some ideas to punch up your verbenas―those flowers your grandparents grew in long beds at the streetside. At ...

Colour has been described as a gardener’s trustiest tool and staunchest friend. So much can be achieved simply by using colour, to create a mood, make a garden feel more spacious or more intimate, and ...

Did you know that Verbena is one of our oldest garden flowers , also known as herb of grace and enchanters plant? Like all garden plants its performance has been improved over the years with new ...

“Be like a tree. Stay grounded. Connect with your roots. Turn over a new leaf. Bend before you break. Enjoy your unique natural beauty. Keep growing.” — Joanne Raptis. “Don’t be afraid to go out on a ...

Some ten years ago, my wife and I visited the Turtle Bay Garden Nursery, adjacent to the Sun Dial Bridge and the Turtle Bay Arboretum. This nursery offers native, drought tolerant plants that thrive ...

Hanging baskets provide a personal touch to the garden, bringing flowers and foliage to unused nooks and crannies.

April is an exciting month in the UK gardening calendar. While there is still a risk of frost in some parts of the country, with careful planning, you can plant a range of annuals and tender ...