The Best Plants for Bees and Butterflies
Growing beautiful blooms in your flower garden is a wonderful way to bring it to life with an array of colours. However, it becomes even more pleasing to look at when the local wildlife can also enjoy it. There are many butterfly—and bee-friendly plants that are both beautiful for humans to look at and filled with nectar and pollen for pollinators. Growing specific pollinator-friendly plants can make your garden a haven for butterflies and bees and contribute to a better-sustained environment...
How to Grow Your Own Herbal Tea
Enjoying a freshly made cup of herbal tea is a great way to unwind and relax. Even better is that many herbal teas additionally come with various health benefits. Whether you’re a tried and tested lover of herbal tea or have yet to delve into it, it’s well worth growing your own. Growing herbs for tea is very simple and is an especially worthwhile addition if you’re already growing a collection of herb seeds and herb plants. Read our guide below to find out how to grow your own tea from scra...
Greenhouses or Cold Frames: Which Is Right for You?
Greenhouses and cold frames are both highly useful garden buildings, allowing gardeners to have greater control over their plants’ growing environment. As they have relatively similar functions, it can be unclear as to what the exact differences are between the two. They each are better suited for different purposes, and either may be more preferable depending on what you’re planning to grow in your growing space. To help you better understand the difference between greenhouses and cold frame...
