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Growing Guide: How to Grow Bare-Root Perennials
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Bare-Root Perennials

Posted by Mae Georgiou on Sep 01, 2023

Reliable, resilient, and returning every year, bare root perennials bring quintessential cottage-garden charm. Their increasing impact each season offers a rewarding gardening investment, ensuring joy for years to come. Learn...

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Growing Guide: How to Grow Calla Lilies
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Calla Lilies

Posted by Mae Georgiou on Aug 30, 2023

Calla lilies make a stunning addition to any environment. They exude elegance and have remarkable longevity. They come in a wide array of colours, catering to various tastes and themes:...

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Growing Guide: How to Grow Begonias
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Begonias

Posted by Mae Georgiou on Aug 23, 2023

Begonias, a captivating genus of flowering houseplants, find their most common applications in flower beds, pots, and hanging baskets. They offer a kaleidoscope of shapes, colours, and sizes, casting their...

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Growing Guide: How to Grow Tricyrtis (Toad Lily)
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Tricyrtis (Toad Lily)

Posted by Mae Georgiou on Aug 10, 2023

Toad lilies (Tricyrtis hirta) are captivating additions to any shaded garden. These extraordinary lilies showcase six-petaled flowers in shades ranging from white to light purple, reminiscent of the mesmerising purple-spotted...

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Growing Guide: How to Grow Geum
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Geum

Posted by Mae Georgiou on Aug 08, 2023

Geum, commonly known as Avens, is a herbaceous perennial plant that belongs to the Rosaceae family. The flowers of Geum are the highlight of the plant. They come in a variety...

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Growing Guide: How to Grow Papaver (Oriental Poppy)
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Papaver (Oriental Poppy)

Posted by Mae Georgiou on Aug 08, 2023

Papaver, also known as Oriental Poppies, exhibit remarkable resilience, enduring winter temperatures as low as -20°C. This makes them well-suited for direct outdoor planting in pots or borders during both...

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Growing Guide: How to Plant Bearded Iris
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Growing Guide: How to Plant Bearded Iris

Posted by Louiza Lazarou on Aug 03, 2023

Bearded Iris (Iris germanica) is a breathtakingly beautiful and exceedingly popular perennial, renowned for its captivating charm, striking flowers, and enchanting foliage. This regal member of the Iris family boasts...

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Growing Guide: How to Grow Dahlias
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Dahlias

Posted by Mae Georgiou on Aug 01, 2023

No summer garden is complete without the stunning presence of dahlias. Originally hailing from Central America and Mexico, these bold and vibrant perennials are not only beautiful but also incredibly...

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Growing Guide: How to Grow Lupin (Lupinus)
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Lupin (Lupinus)

Posted by Mae Georgiou on Jul 26, 2023

Lupins, with their striking and vibrant flower spikes, are quintessential cottage-garden plants. Their captivating beauty extends beyond just cottage gardens; these sun-loving flowers thrive in various settings, making them a...

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Growing Guide: How to Grow Daylily (Hemerocallis)
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Daylily (Hemerocallis)

Posted by Mae Georgiou on Jul 26, 2023

Daylilies, scientifically known as Hemerocallis, are herbaceous perennial plants that belong to the family Asphodelaceae. They are popular garden flowers known for their attractive and vibrant blooms, which last for...

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Growing Guide: How to Grow Phlox
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Phlox

Posted by Mae Georgiou on Jul 26, 2023

Phlox, known for their profusion of small, often scented flowers in summer, come in various forms from tall perennials to creeping or alpine varieties. Some even grow as annuals for...

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Growing Guide: How to Grow Geranium
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Growing Guide: How to Grow Geranium

Posted by Mae Georgiou on Jul 25, 2023

Geraniums are hardy, vibrant blooms perfect for any garden. They are fantastic for pollinators such as bees and hoverflies, providing a long season of nectar and pollen. Hardy geraniums can...

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