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Hands watering a potted green plant on a wooden table with sunlight and other plants in the background.

Jade plant care for healthy growth at home

Harriet M. Ashford • August 13, 2026

Caring for the jade plant has become increasingly popular among people growing houseplants, largely because it is a tough species...

Person pruning pink and white bougainvillea plant in terracotta pot on balcony table with watering can.

Dipladenia (Mandevilla): the Bougainvillea-like Climbing Plant

Harriet M. Ashford • August 13, 2026

The Bougainvillea-like climbing plant many people look for is dipladenia, also sold under its botanical name Mandevilla. Its pliable stems...

Person gardening with a trowel near rosemary plant and pumpkins in a sunny garden bed.

Why Rosemary Shouldn’t Be Planted Near Pumpkin

Harriet M. Ashford • August 13, 2026

Rosemary is heat-tolerant, copes well with dry spells and needs very little fuss, yet it can lose strength when it...

Woman kneeling outdoors planting a small palm tree in soil on a sunny patio with gardening tools nearby.

Best Palm Trees for a Small Backyard: Compact Palms with Non‑Aggressive Roots

Harriet M. Ashford • August 13, 2026

Choosing the right palm tree for a small backyard sounds straightforward-until you start thinking about shade, looks, cracked paving, burst...

Hands pruning a rosemary plant in a terracotta pot on a wooden table with gardening tools and seeds.

How to Keep Rosemary Bushy in a Pot

Harriet M. Ashford • August 13, 2026

Rosemary needs direct sunlight, free-draining soil and spaced-out watering to develop sturdy, leafy stems. Although it is a hardy aromatic...

Hand holding a green leaf with a red ladybird in a garden with flowers and a watering can in the background.

Ladybirds in the Garden: What It Means for Your Plants

Harriet M. Ashford • August 13, 2026

Spotting tiny insects on the leaves of potted plants or near windows often leaves plant carers wondering what is going...

Person wearing gloves pruning a potted pink-flowered plant on a sunlit patio.

Oleander: Spring Pruning for More Summer Bloom

Harriet M. Ashford • August 13, 2026

Oleander is often seen as a staple for patios and balconies: a touch of the Mediterranean, masses of flowers and...

Person watering a healthy orchid plant in a transparent pot by a window on a wooden table.

Orchid Roots: Using Root Colour to Know When to Water

Harriet M. Ashford • August 13, 2026

People who grow orchids regularly soon realise that an orchid’s internal clock rarely matches the calendar on the wall. Rather...

Woman wearing hat gardening colourful flowers in a sunny backyard with labelled plant markers and gardening tools.

15 Perennials to Transform Your Garden in Record Time

Harriet M. Ashford • August 13, 2026

Many keen gardeners see spring as the moment for an expensive overhaul: brand-new beds, fresh features, new decorations. Yet often...

Woman tending trailing plants on wall-mounted shelves in a bright living room with natural light.

Green Corner on the Apartment Wall: A Vertical Garden for Small Apartments

Harriet M. Ashford • August 13, 2026

Turning a wall into a green corner in small apartments has moved beyond a passing craze and become a popular...

Gardener cautiously removing a patterned snake from a flower bed with a small shovel and gloves.

Vipers in the garden from March: three common plants that attract them

Harriet M. Ashford • August 13, 2026

Many hobby gardeners look forward to the first mild days in March and getting back to work in the borders....

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Why an Ixora Does Not Flower: Causes and Fixes

Harriet M. Ashford • August 13, 2026

A ixora with plenty of glossy green leaves, a strong healthy look and no sign of blooms can leave both...

Hands placing a plastic bottle as a mini greenhouse around a seedling in a raised garden bed with snails nearby.

Cut PET Bottles as Protective Covers for Seedlings

Harriet M. Ashford • August 13, 2026

Cut PET bottles can work as small, individual covers for newly planted seedlings. Set around the plant, they soften the...

Young person tending to a potted peace lily plant on a wooden table near a window with natural light.

Peace lily: signs something is wrong and how to fix it quickly

Harriet M. Ashford • August 13, 2026

The peace lily is found in many homes and offices because it is a hardy, adaptable plant. Even so, this...

Person standing on a step stool trimming hanging orange flowers on a wooden pergola in a sunny garden.

How to Grow the Sapatinho de Judia Vine on a Pergola

Harriet M. Ashford • August 13, 2026

A flower-covered pergola can turn any outdoor area into a calm retreat. Among the most striking choices for this purpose...

Person pouring liquid fertilizer near a snake plant on a wooden table with plant care packets and tools.

Sansevieria: Homemade Gelatine Fertiliser for Stronger Leaves and Roots

Harriet M. Ashford • August 13, 2026

Sansevieria-often called the snake plant or mother-in-law’s tongue-is one of the most common houseplants because it copes well with indoor...

Person feeding a hummingbird from a flower-shaped feeder on a balcony with potted red flowers.

Why Hummingbirds Visit Your Garden Every Day

Harriet M. Ashford • August 13, 2026

When hummingbirds show up every day on a balcony or in a garden, it usually means they have found nectar,...

Person pruning peach roses in a garden with gardening tools and watering can on a wooden bench.

Rose bush in August: pruning, care and fertiliser for rose bushes

Harriet M. Ashford • August 13, 2026

A rose bush in August enters a key stage for spring flowering, particularly in many parts of Brazil where the...

Person touching large green houseplant leaves near rainy window with watering can and clock on sill

Calathea: the rainforest houseplant that reduces humidity and mould

Harriet M. Ashford • August 13, 2026

Many people reach straight for chemicals or pricey electric dehumidifiers as soon as they spot mould or damp walls. Yet...

Person pouring corks and mulch from a metal bucket onto a wooden table near plants and gardening tools.

Old wine corks in the vegetable garden: save water, protect plants and deter pests

Harriet M. Ashford • August 13, 2026

Far too many corks go in the bin after the wine – and they really shouldn’t. In the vegetable garden,...

Person wearing gloves gardening with a trowel among plants and rocks in a backyard garden bed.

Adders in the garden: these common plants can attract snakes near the house

Harriet M. Ashford • August 13, 2026

As the sun starts to feel stronger again, snakes begin to rouse from winter dormancy. Adders (the European viper) and...