Rose Sweet Honey has been named as Rose of the Year 2020. It was launched at the 2019 RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival In the Festival of Roses display by Roses UK on behalf of Kordes Rosen of Germany. This elegant floribunda variety was chosen for it’s many qualities including:- Outstanding disease resistance Strong,[…]
Rose ‘Sweet Honey’ – Rose Of The Year 2020
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Container gardening, Cut flowers, Fragrant plants, New plants, Ornamental gardening, Roses Aug 20, 2019
The Fight For The English Bluebell
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Bulbs, Fragrant plants, Gardening for beginners, Ornamental gardening, Spring, Wildflowers Aug 20, 2019
Beware, the English Bluebell is under threat from Spanish invaders! The quintessential English bluebell (Hyacinthoides non-scripta) that we all see and love in our woodlands is in danger due to people inadvertently planting Spanish Bluebells (Hyacinthoides hispanica). The English Bluebells are now being overtaken by the more vigorous Spanish Bluebell and hybridising with them. There[…]
Cutting Edge Gardening With Smart Technology
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Container gardening, Fruit and veg gardening, Gardening for beginners, Houseplants, Ornamental gardening, Technology in the garden Aug 12, 2019
Gardening has always been a traditional pastime with methods handed down through generations. However maybe for some it is time to break the mould and step into the 21st century with the latest smart technology available to us. The smart technology we talk about here is not going against the important knowledge that our predecessors[…]
Plant Profile – Jacobinia Pauciflora (Brazilian Fuchsia)
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Container gardening, Exotic Plants, Houseplants, Ornamental gardening, Plant Profiles, Shrubs, Winter Aug 07, 2019
This beautiful, exotic plant is sometimes also known as Justicia rizzinii or Justicia floribunda. Despite it’s common name it is not a Fuchsia at all but does originally hail from Brazil. It bears it’s scarlet and yellow tropical, pendulous blooms non stop throughout the winter and spring months when most other plants are at their[…]
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure General Gardening Aug 06, 2019
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Join the Growing Trend of Garden Spas and Reap the Health Benefits
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Outdoor living Jul 31, 2019
A rising trend in the UK is to own a luxury hot tub or outdoor spa with the market for spas, hot tubs, wellness and associated wet leisure products and services set to continue to grow during 2019.* The health benefits of water and hydrotherapy are renowned and numerous. Hot tubs help to relax your[…]
Citrus Plants – 10 Top Tips For Success
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Container gardening, Exotic Plants, Fragrant plants, Fruit and veg gardening, Houseplants Jul 30, 2019
If you have been lucky enough to holiday in warmer climes you can bring a touch of the Mediterranean home to your conservatory, house, greenhouse or summer patio with citrus plants . Their scented blooms will evoke memories of happy, relaxed times. They are evergreen and also have the benefit of flowering and fruiting, giving[…]
Plant Profile – Brugmansias (Angel’s Trumpets)
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Container gardening, Exotic Plants, Fragrant plants, Ornamental gardening, Plant Profiles, Shrubs Jul 22, 2019
Brugmansias are grown as tender shrubs in the UK. They are a plant that will bring an exotic, and tropical look to your summer garden or conservatory. Huge trumpet shaped blooms hang from it’s woody stems in summer, giving the plant it’s common name of Angel’s Trumpets. The flowers can be single or double. The[…]
Palms in the garden
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Container gardening, Exotic Plants, Ornamental gardening Jul 15, 2019
Palms can add an architectural effect to our gardens as well as an exotic, jungle style. They are often drought tolerant and can give a holiday at home feel, reminding us of treasured vacations. Butia capitata (Jelly Palm) Pictured above Butia capitata, also known as the Jelly Palm or Pindo Palm is a beautiful addition[…]
Gardening News – Keeping the Kids Entertained and off their Screens over the Summer Holidays
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Gardening news Jul 08, 2019
The summer school holidays are coming up fast, which means the playgrounds will be packed and the streets and gardens will be chock-full of playful, rollicking children, burning off their energy and keeping their bodies active. Or perhaps not. With children’s ever-increasing screen time, it’s more likely that there’ll be a curious quietness around. If[…]