Houseplant Care Guides
Practical, real-home plant care — watering, light, propagation, pests, and seasonal advice, reviewed by experienced indoor gardeners.
Growing Figs Against Walls
The fig is the least hardy of all the fruits grown outdoors in Britain and the northern States.
Wild Flowers
The range and type of wild flowers that you may find growing in your garden will depend upon the region of Britain in which you live, the type of soil you have, how exposed your garden is, and how…
Making a Sink Garden
Although traditionally used for alpine gardens, sinks are suitable for many other shallow-rooting plants and can add a rustic look when placed in a sunny outdoor corner.
Top-Dressing
Sometimes a large house plant cannot be repotted, because it is growing in a permanent room divider or planter too big to turn on its side.
The Salt Marsh System
Salt marsh vegetation is found on most muddy coasts in the temperate areas of the world. It is easily recognized as it exhibits a very definite community structure.
Choosing Compost for Indoor Plants
Plants depend largely on 1 the mixture they are potted in for the nutrients they need for growth. If they are not given the correct compost they will either fail to grow well or not grow at all.
Weeds and Weeding Houseplants and Window Boxes
Weeds can be as annoying in window boxes and tubs as in the open garden, and even house plants may need weeding from time to time. Here’s how to do it effectively.
Plant Fragrance
Fragrance in plants is the quality that excites the nose, creating an even greater interest in plants and adding a new dimension to growing them.
Naturalizing Bulbs
Bulbs need not be grown formally in beds. They can be planted naturally in grass or in a wild part of the garden.