The Complete Guide to Growing and Caring for Pittosporum Shrubs
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The Complete Guide to Growing and Caring for Pittosporum Shrubs

Pittosporum is the name for the shrubs or trees of the Pittosporaceae family, which are characterised by their evergreen foliage and glossy leaves. The plants are fast-growing and neat, with dense foliage. Wild varieties of Pittosporum may grow anywhere between 6 to 100 feet, but several horticulture varieties are grown to a more manageable size….

Care Tips and Growing Advice for Astilbe ‘False Goats Beard’
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Care Tips and Growing Advice for Astilbe ‘False Goats Beard’

This perennial plant can be grown in a shady spot and is a great choice for gardeners in the UK looking for a low-maintenance perennial plant that can add great colour to your garden. Also called a false goat’s beard, it grows well in shady areas and blooms during summer. Our goal in this article…

17 Self-Pollinating Apple Trees Types for Your Garden
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17 Self-Pollinating Apple Trees Types for Your Garden

Do you know what the most common fruit trees are grown in gardens and orchards worldwide? They are apple trees. These come in varieties like self-and cross-pollinating. Self-pollinating apple tree varieties do not require a second tree for pollination. These trees don’t require the planting of another tree close since they can produce fruit without…

How to Grow and Care for Tropaeolum ‘Nasturtium’
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How to Grow and Care for Tropaeolum ‘Nasturtium’

Are you someone who’s been trying to grow Tropaeolum but can’t seem to get it right? Frankly, that’s perfectly fine because in order to grow and care for your nasturtiums successfully, it is important to choose the right location, provide them with proper nutrition and water, and keep an eye out for pests and diseases….

Camellia Japonica ‘Common Camellia’ Plant Care Guide
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Camellia Japonica ‘Common Camellia’ Plant Care Guide

Your vibrant garden is filled with colourful flowers which need care and time. You need to know how to take care properly, so, of course, you should plant Camellia flowers. The Camellia is very easy to grow with white, red, and pink flowers. This plant is native to eastern and southeastern Asia and has so…

A Beginner’s Guide to Daffodil Plant Care and Growth
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A Beginner’s Guide to Daffodil Plant Care and Growth

Daffodil comes from the genus Narcissus and belongs to the Amaryllidaceae family. The flower is primarily found in Mediterranean regions, with few species in Southern Italy and the Eastern Mediterranean. The genus Narcissus has several types of varieties. There are about 13,000 to 25,000 variations in the flower daffodil. The most popular kind of variation…

How to Grow and Care for Your Croton Houseplant: A Beginner’s Guide
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How to Grow and Care for Your Croton Houseplant: A Beginner’s Guide

Croton’s name comes from the Greek word ‘kroton’, meaning ‘tick’ referring to the shape of the plant’s seeds. With hundreds of varieties, Crotons make an excellent choice for plant lovers to add to their home garden. From Dreadlocks to Ann Rutherford, Mona Lisa, and Irene Kingsley, there are various options to choose from. Some of…

10 Essential Tips for Growing Forest Flame Pieris Plants
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10 Essential Tips for Growing Forest Flame Pieris Plants

Pieris (Pieris floribunda) are evergreen shrubs with leathery, dark green leaves, often brightly coloured when young. These are evergreen shrubs known for their ornamental foliage, bright red, becoming pink and cream, and finally green, and that is why this plant is called the forest flame plant! They are also called Japanese Andromeda. They bloom during…

Discover the 10 Types Of Coniferous Trees Commonly Grown
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Discover the 10 Types Of Coniferous Trees Commonly Grown

Are you a novice gardener who doesn’t know about the 10,000 species of trees that are present on this earth? Relax, not even experienced gardeners know this. To be very precise, trees are broadly divided into two categories that are deciduous and coniferous trees, spread widely all over the world. Trees are important factors in…

How to Grow & Care for Your Hydrangea Plant: Expert Growing Advice
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How to Grow & Care for Your Hydrangea Plant: Expert Growing Advice

When you think of hydrangeas, you immediately see beautiful bold colours like blue, white, pink, red, etc., adorning your garden in thriving clusters.So, are you considering adding a beautiful and natural appeal to your garden? Then Hydrangea Flowers are indeed one of the best options available. They give a garden characteristic while making it seem…