All modern roses, in one way or another, stem from a pool of ancient ancestors. The genus Rosa first appeared over 30 million ...

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A flash of brilliant magenta and green, accompanied by the sound of furiously beating tiny wings, was my first hummingbird ...

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THERE’S trouble in paradise. Recent butterfly numbers in our gardens have been so low that experts are really worried.

Next, we turn to Helianthus, perennial sunflowers. These stately plants are great for the back of the border as the can reach 7 to 8 feet. My personal favourite is Lemon queen which carries its ...

Campfire Red Ember is known botanically as Bidens ferulifolia and has its roots out west in Arizona. It will grow 10 inches ...

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GARDENERS can add a tropical touch to their garden this summer with a stunning pair of ‘Candy Pink’ Hibiscus Trees – now half ...

Even if you have a small outdoor space, it doesn't mean that your plants need to make a small impact. Pick these tall options ...

Transform your tiny balcony into a colourful garden with these five compact flowers. Easy-to-grow options for small spaces include petunias, pansies, marigolds, begonias, and verbena.

Sedums make a superb addition to garden borders. They love the sun and can also tolerate drought, which is why they are great ...