A sizeable roster of flowers seed themselves in Helen Chesnut's garden each year — mainly alyssum, calendula, nasturtium, ...

November is the traditional month to get your tulip bulbs planted. The reason we leave it a little later than other spring ...

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The first step in successfully growing peonies in planters is choosing the right container. Peonies have deep root systems, ...

The glamorous, showy flowers of hibiscus are a joy in summer and autumn. Hazel Sillver looks which of these colourful, exotic ...

While most spring bulbs can be planted earlier in the autumn, November is the best month to plant tulips. The colder ...

Choosing the right soil and container is the foundation for growing a healthy peony. To start, use a container that is compatible with the peony variety. Typically, you want it to be at least 2 feet ...

Make sure the crown of the plant is level with the soil surface. Leave about an inch or more of room in your pot for watering and fertilizing your peony in the future. Once you have your peonies ...

In Norway’s far north, farmers and growers are finding ways to thrive. Their hard-won wisdom — practical, scientific and ...

Soggy roots will be the death of your orchid, so you want a container that will drain and allow air to reach the plant's roots. To that end, it might be best to pick a clear pot so you can keep an ...