Tillandsias
Part of the Bromeliad family, Tillandsias have many forms in cultivation and most produce brightly coloured appealing blooms on delicate flower spikes directly from the centre of each plant. These easy to grow, true ‘air plants’ are often used in display pieces on driftwood and tree branches. Perhaps the better known Tillandsias is ‘Old Man’s Beard’ Tillandsia […]
Mulching
Mulching Inorganic mulch used (on left) for a fantastic effect – Tarry gardenChampion 2018 Spring Garden Competition Thinking of sprucing up your piece of paradise in preparation for the 2019 Spring Garden Competition? Mulching might be the ‘icing’ on your garden ‘cake’ to make it look very spiffy for the judges come September. BUT choosing […]
Nasturtium
Although they can be vigorous to a fault, swathes of colourful nasturtiums give a garden an almost magical easy-care appeal. Nasturtium have over 80 species of annuals and perennials. They are easy-to-grow, whose leaves and flowers are both edible.These plants, with their bright greenery and vibrant flowers are good for either containers or ground covers. […]
