Gardenig in Turkey. Tips & Guides

If you love blooms that resemble the shape of objects then you’ll be astonished to know that there areFlowers that Look Like Birds! Don’t believe us? Have a look at them!

Have you ever visited a botanical garden on a warm spring day and marveled at tulips in a rainbow of colors, with shapes ranging from cups to stars, contrasting striations, and ruffled edges?Now’s your chance to bring a taste of that awes

As we approach the second half of summer, borders can start to look tired and untidy, especially if you have packed them with early summer flowers, like irises, lupins and oriental poppies that have now faded. There are some simple tasks you can do now to keep your border looking good for longer. Filling any gaps in your planting and tidying away old flower stems and leaves can quickly restore a border to a healthy and colourful display that can last right through to autumn.

No matter how full I am, there are some desserts that I can always make room for. My Mom’s snickerdoodle cookies (preferably fresh from the oven). A slice of cream cheese–frosted carrot cake. A soft-serve ice cream cone, especially on a warm day. And a sweet and nutty slice of baklava. 

New home brands seem to debut every year, but it’s not every day that a beloved, legendary retailer launches something completely new. And that’s what Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (whose family of brands include West Elm and Pottery Barn) is doing. Introducing GreenRow, a home brand that is squarely focused on sustainability.

Also called double late tulips or double hybrids, peony tulips (Tulipa x hybrida) are round and layered with scores of ruffled petals, which makes them resemble a real peony (Paeonia lactiflora).But the two are entirely different flowers.

When we were in Aberdeen the orange forms of the Crown imperials grew very well, I never could find success with the yellow forms.

Hellebores are unique flowering plants with distinct colors and shapes. If you want to include them in your garden, select a unique specimen from theBest Types of Hellebores Varieties displayed below!

This is just a brief whizz through some of the gardens at Hampton Court that caught my eye. It is far from comprehensive because, due to a 5.45am start, I forgot to take my camera with me and failed to fully charge my iPhone. Anyway, excuses out of the way, I did really like the reincarnation of the World Vision garden which used some of the same elements as they did in their Chelsea garden – in particular the yellow Perspex rods and the squares of sunken planting. The Conceptual Gardens

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If you’re a rosarian, you must already know–In reality, no real black rose has been discovered yet. Most are just deep, dark shades of crimson, red, or purple. Symbolizing power, elegance, farewell, and mystery, these best Types of Black Roses are a must-have in your plant collection!

Are you pining for spring? Try growing Galanthus flowers. More commonly called snowdrops, they are some the first to bloom in the late winter and early spring.We link to vendors to help you find rel

Lacking the sharpness of onion or the aromatic spice of garlic, the shallot somehow takes the best of both of those beloved alliums and blends them into one beautiful, sweet yet savory flavor.This unassuming bulb is used in a variety of cuisines around the world.

Also known as basket of gold, rock goldentuft, and yellow alyssum, Aurinia saxatilis is an enchanting perennial that will charm your garden with an explosion of color.The stunning yellow flowers will be on fu

Among the many delicious fruits that most Americans enjoy regularly, you’d be hard-pressed to find a fresh cranberry – until Thanksgiving rolls around, that is.Though dried cranberries often feature in granola

Sassafras tree grows in the United States and in south of Mexico. In the northern US, the tree grows up to only 7 to 9 m. high, but can grow as tall as 30 m. (100 feet) high in the south. Its shredded leaves and bark exude lemony scent. Fuzzy, yellow-green leaves, flowers, bark and roots have many medicinal and culinary uses. Read more sassafras tree facts below.

The occasional pejorative use of the term “fig leaf” is wholly undeserved.The leaves of the fig tree (Ficus carica) are quite love

Upon seeing the title of this article, you may be thinking, “What is Mexican oregano? Is it different from “regular” oregano?”We’re so glad you asked. To start, for pur

In general, fig trees, Ficus carica, are well-known for their preference for mild climates. But northern gardeners won’t be denied a supply of fresh backyard fruit if they grow a ‘Hardy Chicago’ variety, which can withstand fairly cold temperatures if properly cared for.Also known as ‘Bensonhurst Purple,’ this variety produces p

Broccoli tops the list of vegetable garden favorites, and it’s easy to see why.Delicious and nutritious, with a satisfying texture, this is a standby in

What is not to love about arugula?This peppery leafy plant is my all-time favorite salad green, a

Tulips, Tulipa spp., are bulb flowers suited to in USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 7 that grow best in full sun and rich, well-draining soil.They are native to mountainou

If you’re looking for a sweet little flower to brighten up your garden early in the year, look no further than Grecian windflowers.Also known as Balkan anemones or winter windflowers, the delightful, da