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Daffodils in Pots
Best Soil for Daffodils in Pots High-Quality Potting Mix For growing daffodils in pots, it’s essential to use a high-quality potting mix. This mix is specifically designed to support healthy growth in container settings, where traditional garden soil can fail. Potting mixes are formulated to provide the right balance of drainage and nutrient retention, ideal
Choosing the Right Tulips for Pots
The secret to a stunning display of tulips in pots lies in selecting the right varieties. Tulips, in their glorious diversity, offer a palette of colours, shapes, and sizes, making certain types more suited to the confines of container gardening than others. When choosing tulip bulbs for pots, consider the following varieties renowned for their
Annual Versus Perennial: What’s the Difference?
Stepping into a fragrant, sun-filled garden can transport you to another world. The personal sense of achievement you feel when your flowers reach bloom can be incredible, particularly when you have designed your garden to perfectly coordinate the bloom times, colours and shapes to fit your style. One key factor that contributes to deciding what
Types and Colours of Grevillea
Grevillea, often referred to as the ‘jewels of the Australian flora’ have captured the hearts of garden enthusiasts across the world. These native Australian beauties not only adorn gardens with vibrant colours and textures, but also offer ecological benefits, drawing in a diverse range of pollinators. Garden Express takes pride in offering a wonderful range
Kangaroo Paw Colours and Varieties
Garden enthusiasts seeking vibrant and unique plants will certainly be captivated by the distinct beauty of the Kangaroo Paw. Recognised for its distinctive flower shape resembling a kangaroo’s paw, this plant comes in a myriad of eye-catching colours and varieties. Known scientifically as Anigozanthos, Kangaroo Paws have evolved to become a favourite among both novice
Everything You Need to Know About Drought-Tolerant Australian Natives
Australia is known for its vast and diverse landscape, with an abundance of flora uniquely adapted to its challenging conditions. Australian native drought-tolerant plants not only showcase Australia’s natural beauty, but are a testament to the remarkable resilience that has evolved over millions of years. The Beauty of Drought-Tolerant Australian Native Plants Drought-tolerant Australian natives
Companion Planting Berries: Exploring the Best Berry Pairings for Your Garden
Companion planting is the practice of strategically pairing plants to mutually benefit one another.This is an age-old gardening technique that dates back at least 10,000 years. Companion planting offers many benefits including improved growth, pest deterrence and enhanced soil health. When it comes to berries, this approach can yield particularly sweet rewards. Understanding Companion Planting
Understanding the Different Types of Clematis
The Clematis is a true garden gem, with the wide range of Clematis varieties offering a tapestry of colours from pristine whites to deep purples. Not only are they strikingly beautiful, but they also fit into gardens of almost any size – from sprawling countryside properties to compact urban spaces. Originating in east Asia, the
What Are the Best Fruit Trees to Grow in Victoria?
Any gardener who has grown their own fruit trees can attest to how satisfying enjoying homegrown produce can be. Not only do fruit trees add beauty to your garden, but they also provide you with a bountiful harvest that you can enjoy fresh, incorporate into meals or share with friends and family. Some fruit trees
