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Bird of paradise plants are relatively slow-growing compared to some other houseplants. They can grow two to three new leaves every year if they are kept indoors. Each leaf is about 18 to 24 inches long. However, factors such as lighting, temperature, and humidity can all impact the growth rate. With its vibrant, exotic blooms … Read more
Why should your fig trees have a hard time in the winter? Grow them in pots! Check out our guide on how to put fig trees on wheels. Some of the tastiest and easiest fruits to grow are fresh figs. Fig trees are also very pretty, with their unique green leaves even when they’re not … Read more
One of the most popular fruits in North America, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and a lot of other places around the world is the strawberry. But most people have trouble growing them in beds. It’s hard to get the soil right for a strawberry bed. Some light rain or one heavy downpour can drown your … Read more
People often ask us this at Olive Grove Oundle, since we sell more olive trees than anyone else in the UK. We’re just as interested in the answer as you are, though: no one really knows how long olive trees can live. We have an idea of how old the oldest trees are, but we … Read more
Become a better gardener! Discover our new Almanac Garden Planner features for 2024. It’s easy, fun, and free to try! Subhead. Aphids also known as plant lice or greenflies can be one of the most frustrating pests for gardeners to manage. These tiny sap-sucking insects seem to multiply overnight, spreading rapidly to infest both outdoor … Read more
The amaryllis is a popular bulb plant that produces large, showy flowers on tall stems during winter and spring. While each bulb only blooms once per season, proper post-bloom care ensures healthy growth so your amaryllis will flower again and again for years to come. A key part of this care is learning when and … Read more
We’re glad you came to Lavender U-Pick Days! You may be wondering how to take care of your bouquet of lavender (or bouquets of lavender) and what to do with them now that you have them. Weve got you covered with this U-Pick Bouquet Care Guide. With its pleasant fragrance and pretty purple blooms, it’s … Read more
Plants will be sent to you at the right time for planting in your part of the country during the following shipping times: Purple is a regal color that adds majestic beauty to any rose garden. If you adore rich, mysterious shades of plum, lavender, and violet, planting dark purple rose bushes is a must. … Read more
Learning how to plant gladioli is an easy way to transform backyard borders into a dazzling summer display. Trumpet Lilies, which are also called Sword Lilies, have tall spires of trumpet-shaped flowers that come in almost every color, from pure white and lime green to red. There are also plenty of appealing ruffled, double and … Read more
Knowing how to trim lilac bushes keeps them vibrant and neat. After the first five years, a lilac bush needs to be pruned every year to keep its shape and the right amount of new flowering shoots and older stems. A fully grown lilac bush is usually between 8 and 15 feet tall. If it … Read more