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When to transplant or move hydrangea?

Posted on July 13, 2024July 17, 2024 by Susan Sarradon

The hydrangea is one of the most popular garden plants in our country, and of course its profuse flowering is a major reason for that. A hydrangea that does well in the garden can also grow substantially and if you don’t want to prune much, it may be necessary to transplant or move a large… Continue reading

Holly: A Versatile and Festive Garden Plant

Posted on July 9, 2024July 17, 2024 by Susan Sarradon

Holly, known botanically as Ilex, is a beloved evergreen shrub or tree that adds a touch of festivity and elegance to gardens year-round. With its glossy, spiky leaves and bright red berries, holly is not only a symbol of winter holidays but also a versatile and hardy plant suitable for various landscaping needs. This article… Continue reading

Start your own vegetable garden

Posted on May 5, 2024July 17, 2024 by Susan Sarradon

The place of the vegetable garden Before you start, you first look for a place for the ideal vegetable garden. The most suitable place for a vegetable garden is in the sun. Your vegetable garden must be protected against wind and weather so that your plants do not suffer. Does your garden suffer from the… Continue reading

The majestic presence of Copper Beech in landscapes

Posted on January 21, 2024February 2, 2024 by Susan Sarradon

In the realm of ornamental trees, the Copper Beech, scientifically known as Fagus sylvatica ‘Purpurea’, is a standout with its majestic stature and striking foliage. This tree is a cultivar of the common beech and is highly valued in landscape design for its rich, coppery-purple leaves that add a unique color contrast to any garden… Continue reading

5 plants against mosquitoes

Posted on January 13, 2024February 2, 2024 by Susan Sarradon

What could be more pleasant than spending a balmy summer evening in the garden? The problem, however, is often that mosquitoes can spoil such an evening considerably. This is part of nature, of course, but there are also anti-mosquito plants and you can make use of them to get extra peace and quiet on your… Continue reading

Ilex Crenata

Posted on October 13, 2022 by Susan Sarradon

The Ilex Crenata or Japanes Holly is a winter hardy, evergreen hedge plant that is also resistant to the boxwood moth and boxwood caterpillar. It is a nice and tight hedge that can be used as a hedge or for decoration in any garden. It is a low-maintenance plant that does not require pruning. The… Continue reading

All about peonies

Posted on July 13, 2022October 13, 2022 by Susan Sarradon

Peony plants, location and care The peony is a perennial plant that can last up to 20 years if cared for properly. Planting, sowing or cutting is done in spring and the peony is a sunbather who wants to enjoy 6 hours of sunshine every day. Peonies that do not get enough sun will also… Continue reading

Fighting weeds

Posted on June 5, 2022October 13, 2022 by Susan Sarradon

All those weeds in your garden, you try to do everything but nothing helps? It always grows where you don’t want it. Not only are weeds not pretty, they also damage the plants and other crops in your garden. Weeds like fertile soil and will grow anywhere they can. Therefore, tackle this problem as soon… Continue reading

How to Plant a Hedge Laurel?

Posted on May 1, 2022May 5, 2022 by Susan Sarradon

Laurel hedges are one of the most popular hedge species. They are easy to grow and maintain, and can be used to create a variety of different landscape designs. In this blog post, we will discuss how to plant a laurel hedge, as well as some of the benefits that they provide. If you are… Continue reading

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