White was the order of the day for Kate Middleton’s bridal bouquet.
01.08.2023 - 14:47 / gardenerstips.co.uk / hortoris
Malta, Gozo and Comino are Mediterranean island hot spots for early coastal flowers if these photos are anything to go by. Not a plant hunters paradise but a photographers opportunity to get some good shots.
Agave and Aloe varieties seem to cope with the climate and the salt ladened air.
‘Aloe, aloe, aloe’ as the botanic police may arrestingly say.
Euphorbias were in fine fettle almost two months before we will see them in Yorkshire.
When in Europe I try to buy packets of seed which have been subject to health checks. I do not want to import the next Knotweed or Ash die-back pathogen.
This’ll prick someones balloon.
There is not a lot of literature about these plants but I found one book ‘Wild Plants of Malta’ by H.C. Weber regrettably out of print.
White was the order of the day for Kate Middleton’s bridal bouquet.
I am going to Madeira for a sunny break before the gardening gets tougher. I hope to sample the orchids that grow on the islands and even bring home the occasional example.
A special Daiseye.
Copper from an old penny, vinegar, lemon juice and aspirin have some preservative effect as they are all acidic.
Sorry but I have been to Madeira again on holiday. The gardens, walking and vibrant colours are major attractions
Can you tell what this frosted yellow flower is that is starting to show colour and now getting into full scented blossom? It still thinks it is 2015 and our mild wet weather has contributed to a range of ongoing flowers.
This selection of top ten Roses to grow as cut flowers has been chosen for their scent and the length of the vase life. If Roses are picked as the buds are breaking they will last at least a week and if they are picked fully open it will be several days.
Alstromeria are one of the longest lived cut flowers I know. Several weeks of flowering are possible if the bunch is bought with colour just showing. Ensure there is plenty of bud and you will be delighted.
Alpine or border Campanulas come in many species and varieties.
Formal or informal, neat or exotic, there are so many ways to do justice to the flowers. Here are just a few tips to get you thinking.
Some Camassia species were an important food staple for Native Americans and settlers in parts of North American