A little gem that is perfect for shadier parts of the garden due to its suitability for woodland-type gardens with peat-based soils, dwarf crested (I. cristata) grows to just six inches tall. It has a rarer cousin called dwarf iris (I. verna) that looks similar. This species is native...
Dutch, Spanish, English and reticulata irises —‘true’ bulbs in the iris world — are worthy additions for spring color
Nothing, but nothing seems to work. Every morning, I find more and more slugs eating up the leaves, but haven’t noted ants. I think the problem lies in the fact that they are planted alongside a pond where Irisis (which I didn’t plant) have sprung up in masses. Boy! the slugs ...
More specifically, senna stimulates the intestines to empty their contents. And, if you take senna, plan on booking some bathroom time because you will be in there. The problem here is that senna is addictive, and if you use it too much, when you stop using it, you may not see the ...
There are more than 250 iris species and one of the neat features of this flower is that irises tend to attract butterflies. They can be grown in hardiness zones three through nine and come in an array of colors. Many varieties feature multiple colors on each flower, creating beautiful compl...
Plant folk names are not only a code to distinguish between different plant species, but also a kind of culture rich in a deep knowledge concerning nature. The results of comparative analysis shows that Mongolian culture in terms of plant nomenclature have characteristics of diversity between the ...
To reproduce the exact plants in your garden, use stem cuttings. Harvest them after your dianthus has flowered, from late June to early July. If the plant looks dry, give it a thorough drink the day beforeyou take the cuttings. Look for a node on the stem and then cut about ¼ inch...
Abelia looks best when allowed to retain its natural shape and size. Since glossy abelia (A. xgrandiflora) blooms on new wood, prune in late winter to early spring before new growth emerges so that flowers are not sacrificed. Remove any dead or damaged branches, and thin as needed to enco...
Looks can really be deceiving, particularly when it comes to favourite colourful plants and flowers that fill your garden beds. Many plants that areincredibly beautifulare also toxic, and some can even be deadly. Read on to learn about the most poisonous flowers out there, so you can garden ...
“How dull it is to pause, to make an end, to rust unburnished, not to shine in use.” The gardens that we plant and nurture are good reflections of the health and depth of our hearts and souls. In a time of increasingincreasing tensions we should reflect how much better co-operation...