Many people do not have the knowledge or confidence to be able to carry out planting design for their own borders. They may not know which plants grow well in the site available, for instance do they grow well in sun, shade, clay soils, seaside locations etc. They may not know when each of their[…]
Product Profile – Ready-made Border Designs
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Garden design, Garden styles, Gardening for beginners, Ornamental gardening, Plants for problem places, Product Profile Mar 22, 2022
Five Top Houseplants For a Shady Spot
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Houseplants, Ornamental gardening, Plants for problem places Dec 20, 2019
A room with houseplants can be an absolute joy, especially in winter when weather conditions are sometimes unsuitable for outdoor gardening. We all have a spot in the house that is well away from a window and light is scarce. Below I list five of my favourite plants for brightening up these dull conditions that[…]
Five Top Houseplants For Bathrooms
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Houseplants, Ornamental gardening, Plants for problem places Nov 13, 2019
Houseplants can add a touch of luxury to your bathroom. Whether you prefer a single specimen plant, or like to escape your trials and tribulations in a steamy jungle, there is a wide range of plants for you to use. Many varieties will adore the moist atmosphere that a bathroom provides. Also the often frosted[…]
Ten Top Plants For Coastal Areas
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Ornamental gardening, Plants for problem places Oct 29, 2019
If your garden is very close to the sea, the salt-laden winds can cause devastation to a garden. Therefore I would not recommend planting anything until at least one or two lines of defence have been provided. These can be walls or fences, but in my opinion it is better to use trees or shrubs[…]
Ten Top Plants For Dry Shade
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Ornamental gardening, Plants for problem places Oct 21, 2019
Many of our gardens have that difficult spot where seemingly nothing will grow. One of the most awkward spots can be dry shade. Perhaps you have an area under deciduous trees where there is shade and the tree roots take up most of the water. Perhaps you have an area next to a wall where[…]