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
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
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
You can grow red berries in your yard or pick them from the wild if you love them. The first thing you need to do is learn how to spot poisonous red berry trees. When you put red berries in your yard in the fall or spring, they look beautiful against the deep greens and … Read more
Boston fern is a classic, old-fashioned houseplant valued for its long, lacy fronds. Even though the fern isn’t hard to grow, its leaves fall off if it doesn’t get enough water and bright light. It’s not hard to water a Boston fern, but it takes some practice and close attention to detail to know how … Read more
There’s something special about plants in our houses. Additionally, they make our space more comfortable and attractive, and they can also clean the air. Mostly we place plants somewhere where they can get enough bright indirect or direct sunlight. But what should you do to bring life into the dark corners of your home? Luckily, … Read more
Calendula, also known as pot marigold is a cheerful edible flower that also has medicinal uses. Its bright orange and yellow blossoms bloom prolifically from late spring through fall in most climates. If you grow calendula collecting the seeds each year to replant is easy to do. Below are step-by-step instructions for harvesting calendula seeds … Read more
With their colorful blooms and attractive foliage, begonias are a popular choice for gardens, containers, and indoors. But like any plant, they need proper care to thrive. When it comes to begonias, getting the watering right is key. Understand their requirements and you’ll be rewarded with beautiful, long-lasting plants. The Importance of Consistent Soil Moisture … Read more
It’s possible that cleomes’ lack of popularity comes from the fact that they look like weeds when they are young seedlings. Cleomes don’t usually bloom until they are well established in the garden, unlike pretty marigolds or bright New Guinea impatiens. Some gardeners plant seeds in early spring, but most choose to do it in … Read more