Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Tender plants

How to Grow and Care for Amaryllis in the UK: A Month-by-Month Guide

Amaryllis (Hippeastrum) is a stunning plant that’s perfect for bringing vibrant color to your home during the grey winter months. In the UK, where...

Growing Tithonias in the UK

Tithonias, commonly known as Mexican sunflowers, are a vibrant addition to UK gardens. With their fiery orange-red blooms and striking stature, these tender annuals...

How to grow Amaranthus

Amaranthus is a versatile and colorful plant with various species that can be grown for their vibrant foliage and edible seeds. Here's a general...

How to grow Amaryllis

Amaryllis (Hippeastrum spp.) is a popular flowering plant known for its large, showy blooms. Here's a comprehensive overview of various aspects of how to...

Can the Traveller’s Palm be grown in the UK?

Can the travellers palm (Ravenala madagascariensis) be grown in the united Kingdom? With great difficulty. They will only tolerate temperatures down to freezing. This rules them...
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