Red Tiger Banana Plant Unwrapping
It’s time to unwrap my Red Tiger banana plant - an exciting moment for any gardener and something I’ve been looking forward to. Let’s see how well this Red Tiger has fared over the winter
Daffodils in my Garden | Nuts about Narcissi
Narcissi are reliable perennials which are easy to grow. They add a cheerful and uplifting burst of spring colour to virtually any environment
Close-up Filters for Flower Photography
Getting interesting close-ups of flowers and plants can be fascinating - and frustrating! There are various techniques we can use in macro photography, but in this post photographer Lindsay Dobson will talk about a much-used addition to her camera bag
An Introduction to Flower & Plant Photography
Plant and flower photography is an absorbing subject, but sometimes it’s hard to know where to start. Here photographer Lindsay Dobson will share her top tips for getting great flower photos
Encouraging Wildlife to your Garden
I’m fortunate to have a garden here in West Sussex, and I’m even more fortunate to have a good range of animal visitors. Wildlife is under threat like never before, and we can all do our bit to help our birds and mammals thrive
My Experience Growing Banana Plants
Following my Echium pininana disaster, I decided to attempt something a little less exotic but no less statuesque - this time with undeniable success. Banana plants need care, and a lot of water - treated well they’ll reward you with daily growth spurts and lush foliage
My Echium Pininana Disaster
There are different types of Echium, but I became entranced with the stunningly architectural pininana variety. After plenty of research I felt I might be able to enjoy some success but sadly I was proved wrong