Bird of Paradise Plant – A stunning exotic plant The Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia reginae) is a tropical and exotic-looking plant that is also known as a crane flower. In the UK they can only be grown indoors. However, in warmer climates, usually the Southern parts of the UK, you may have success growing them in a large pot outdoors in summer before bringing them inside during the winter months. There is no mistaking the exotic and…

Bare root rose planting guide Roses are one of the most beautiful of garden plants and with hundreds of varieties and wonderful, exotic colours to choose from it is easy to see why they are one of the most popular plants. There are many types of roses available, from small patio varieties to larger hedging varieties and climbing roses, and these are just to name a few. What are bare root roses? Bare root roses are roses that…

There is nothing more exciting than when the magic of Christmas comes around and we all look to find the most beautiful Christmas tree to decorate or perhaps you like the pre-lit and decorated out-the-box types of Christmas tree. There is nothing more inspiring and magical than a beautiful white Christmas tree so we have decided to find gorgeous white Christmas trees to compare and review, and to find only the very best. Whether you’re looking for a cute…

Cat repellent plants, do they work? Cats can become a little bit of a problem in gardens as they like to use our beds and borders as their own personal toilet, as any fellow gardeners will know. The problem with cats is that they will dig up seedlings and young plants as well as dig holes in your beds and lawn. Of course, there are also the unfortunate experiences of getting it on your hands whilst…

It is a question that has been asked time and time again. “How do you stop the local cats from pooping in your garden?” We can all picture the scene, you go out into your garden that you spend many an hour tendering to your beautiful shrubs and flowers, only to be frustrated by the scene in front of you. The local neighbouring cats have dug holes in your garden or lawn and worst of…