“Be happy grow geraniums” Hardy geraniums (aka the cranes bill), are wonderful plants for the garden. Hardy geraniums are one of the most popular perennials in Britain. And it’s easy to see why. Coming in so many different shapes and sizes Geraniums range from tall growing varieties for the backs of borders to beautifully…
Agapanthus originate in South Africa, and out there they grow en masse like weeds on the road sides. Over here in the Uk it is a different story, they have to survive our cold winters and make do with limited sunshine during our English summers. If treated correctly though they can thrive in our gardens…
With only a couple of cold spells here on the nursery so far this winter we have just got around to putting our deciduous Agapanthus (planted out in the border) to bed for the winter. There are 2 types of Agapanthus, deciduous (lose their leaves and die down for the winter) and evergreen (keep their…
If you are anything like me, you have managed to put off the cold weather preparation for some of your plants. Until now we have left out Agapanthus outside in their pots but it is now the time to bring them in so they are kept away from the worst of the winter weather. If…
February is a time of anticipation for spring and summer colour in the garden. There are, however plants that can liven up your garden with colour even in this grey month. Hellebores come in an array of colours to brighten up your borders with either simple single flowers or dramatic double flowers.