There are no set rules when it comes to designing beautiful landscaping with houseplants. The most amazing outdoor spaces are created with imagination, not just by following a set of rules. It’s what’s different that grabs attention, not what looks the same as everything else. That doesn’t mean there aren’t any rules when it comes […]
Primula plants need light and air to germinate. Sow on the surface of the compost and do not cover with soil. Seeds that are slower to germinate (double primroses, hose-in-hose, jack-in-the-green, auriculas and most of the species can be sown on a layer of vermiculite or very fine gravel over the compost. Water them with
The amount of water vapor in the atmosphere. Different plants require different levels of humidity. Houseplants that need high humidity are best grown in a steamy bathroom, mist regularly or place the pot in a tray of moist pebbles. In a greenhouse, humidity can be raised in hot weather by dampening (wetting) the floor, overhead
Hellebores are easy to grow and are undemanding. They look great from January to May – even when their seed has set, their sepals are always pretty and eventually turn green. Their foliage is bold and evergreen, and in some of the new hybrids the marbled leaves are as celebrated as the flowers. Hellebores are
Soil type: Alliums are best planted in well-drained soil but are quite tolerant of a range of conditions, provided the soil is not waterlogged. If you have heavy clay soil, add gravel to the planting holes. Aspect position: Choose a position in full sun for alliums, and if you are growing a very tall variety,
Canines can trace their roots back to wolves and thrive in social groups. Although they’ve been domesticated, dogs still require a “pack” to belong to, which is usually in the form of a human family. Adopting a dog is always a thrilling experience since they’ve finally found their pack. It’s particularly touching when dogs are