The bamboo Fargesia Rufa is a medium sized bamboo hedge plant and it is a very popular plant for a very good reason. It looks absolutely stunning with its bushy appearance and fresh green leaves. It is a non invasive species, which means it will grow in place and will not have roots growing throughout… Continue reading
How and when should you prune a butterfly bush?
Pruning a butterfly bush? The butterfly bush (Buddleja) is an asset to any garden. This shrub, which comes in many varieties, such as the beautiful Buddleja Davidi, blooms with enormous flowers in late summer. For a smaller garden there are also dwarf butterfly bushes. The name was chosen because the butterfly bush is indeed frequently… Continue reading
Garden tips for the month of September
In September the days are clearly shorter, but the ground is still warm. Although autumn is beginning, the growing season is not over yet. An ideal time for some gardening jobs. Read the best gardening tips for September. Garden tips for the border Now is the time to plant spring bulbs. Such as Daffodil, Grapevine,… Continue reading
The Skimmia, atmospheric shrub
The Skimmia is such a plant that fits in every garden. It stays green in winter and is easy to maintain. The plant also keeps its original shape for a long time. Skimmia begins to bloom in September with fragrant clusters of flowers. In short, an attractive plant to plant in your garden or to… Continue reading
Medicinal plants for the garden
With medicinal plants and herbs you give your immune system a boost and keep your body healthy. You can simply plant these in your own garden so that you can occasionally pick some herbs for food or to make a healthy cup of tea. But which herbs and plants all have medicinal properties? And what… Continue reading
Lavender, the south in your garden
Lavender is a popular plant. Understandable, because the wonderful scent of the leaves and flowers and the beautiful purple bloom make every garden a piece of France. Varieties of lavender The common or English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is actually not a herb, but a small shrub. The plant has been cultivated for centuries by pharmacists… Continue reading