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Month: June 2020

Posted on June 29, 2020June 30, 2020

Honeysuckle – Plant of the Week (28th June)

Honeysuckle is a plant that I grow for its scent rather than it’s looks. However, as a climber it is useful to cover a fence or wall with pretty flowers, and foliage that lasts throughout the seasons. Traditionally used in cottage gardens, they evoke a romantic feel in a garden. Continue reading “Honeysuckle – Plant of the Week (28th June)”

Posted on June 24, 2020June 30, 2020

5 Best Veg for Beginners

Having tried to grow various types of fruit and vegetables from seed, I’ve discovered some that are more “user friendly” than others. Here, I’ll outline the ones that I consider to be almost foolproof! Continue reading “5 Best Veg for Beginners”

Posted on June 21, 2020June 30, 2020

Pelargonium – Plant of the Week (21st June)

You know it’s summer when the Pelargoniums are out! For me, they are the quintessentially British Summer bedding plant. There was a time when they fell out of fashion and were seen as dowdy or garish, but there is a such a variety that you’re sure to find a pelargonium that suits you and your garden. Continue reading “Pelargonium – Plant of the Week (21st June)”

Posted on June 15, 2020June 30, 2020

Summer 2020 Giveaway

It feels like we’re in full on summer now, at least it does down in the South East. After you’ve spent so much time and care over preparing your garden to look its best, it’s important to take time out and enjoy what you’ve created. Continue reading “Summer 2020 Giveaway”

Posted on June 14, 2020June 30, 2020

Geranium – Plant of the Week (14th June)

This post is all about true Geraniums, not the Pelargoniums that we often call by the same name. If you have a hardy geranium in your garden, you’ve probably noticed it beginning to flower round about this time of year. Continue reading “Geranium – Plant of the Week (14th June)”

Posted on June 10, 2020June 30, 2020

4 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Out

Having gardened my small space for six years now, there are some things I’ve picked up that I wish I knew when I was starting out. Read on so that you won’t make the same mistakes as I did… Continue reading “4 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Out”

Posted on June 7, 2020June 30, 2020

Fuchsia – Plant of the Week (7th June)

The fuchsia looks stunning at this time of year. It’s covered in flowers that look like tiny ballerinas dancing in the breeze. I love the bright colour that it brings to our gravel garden at the front of the house. Continue reading “Fuchsia – Plant of the Week (7th June)”

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