This week we take a look at the enchanting 'Lady of the Wood' ~ Betula pendula (Silver Birch)
Autumn
Plant of the Week ~ Corylus avellana (Hazel)
This week we are taking a look at another tree great for both humans and wildlife - Corylus avellana, commonly known as Hazel.
Plant of the Week ~ Alcea rosea (Hollyhock)
This week we take a look at the delightful hollyhock (Alcea rosea), a great plant for both humans and wildlife.
Plant of the Week ~ Wisteria sinensis (Chinese Wisteria)
This week we are taking a look at a beautiful climber both humans and wildlife can appreciate - Wisteria sinensis!
Plant of the Week ~ Crataegus monogyna (Common Hawthorn)
This week we take a look at the first tree in our 'plant of the week' blog - Hawthorn. Read this week's post to discover why this plant is so invaluable to humans and wildlife.
Plant of the Week ~ Echinops (Globe Thistle)
This week we look at Echinops. A plant with lovely striking flowers which provide an abundance of nectar and pollen for our pollinator friends.
No garden? No problem, why not grow a container garden?
Many people rent properties and cannot always change their garden structure (such as having decked, paved or concreted areas), or you may only have small areas which are paved over. Don't let this stop you from creating a mini wildlife haven on your doorstep this year. Get creative and grow beautiful flowers, shrubs or even … Continue reading No garden? No problem, why not grow a container garden?
Plant of the Week ~ Lonicera (Honeysuckle)
Ah the sweet scent of honeysuckle on the breeze. What better way to be welcomed into the garden? Check out this weeks plant of the week blog to learn more about this delightful plant.
Plant of the Week ~ Echinacea (Coneflower)
Flowers within flowers producing food for bees, butterflies and birds? Find out more in this weeks plant of the week blog featuring Echinacea purpurea.
Plant of the Week ~ Papaver orientale (Oriental Poppy)
Spring isn't too far away now and this week we have a plant that will have your garden abuzz with bumble bees - The Oriental Poppy.