Wildflowers

Wildflowers are an incredible way to add beauty to any garden while increasing your harvest by attracting pollinators and beneficial insects!

Zinnia Growing Guide

Zinnia Growing Guide

Zinnia is a flowering plant that belongs to the family Asteraceae, native to North America, Central America, and South America. It is an annual plant that can reach up to 3 feet in height and produces a variety of colourful flowers, including red, pink, orange,...

Viola Growing Guide

Viola Growing Guide

Viola is a genus of flowering plants in the violet family that includes over 500 species. The flowers of Viola plants are typically small and multi-colored, and they come in a wide range of colours, including purple, blue, yellow, white, and pink. The leaves of Viola...

Sweet William Growing Guide

Sweet William Growing Guide

Sweet William (Dianthus barbatus) is a biennial or short-lived perennial flowering plant that is native to the Mediterranean. It is a member of the carnation family and produces clusters of flowers in shades of pink, red, white, and purple, with a spicy fragrance....

Sunflower Growing Guide

Sunflower Growing Guide

Sunflower is a plant that is primarily known for its large and bright yellow flower heads, which can grow up to 30 centimeters in diameter. The flower heads consist of numerous small flowers surrounded by brightly colored petals. Sunflowers can grow up to 3 meters...

Poppy Growing Guide

Poppy Growing Guide

Poppy is a flowering plant that is grown for its showy blooms, as well as for its edible seeds. There are many different species of poppies, but some of the most commonly grown types include the California poppy, the opium poppy, and the Icelandic poppy. The flowers...

Pansy Growing Guide

Pansy Growing Guide

Pansies are a type of flower that belong to the genus Viola. They are known for their large, distinctive petals that come in a wide range of colours, including shades of purple, blue, yellow, orange, pink, and red. Pansies are a popular choice for garden beds,...

Nasturtium Growing Guide

Nasturtium Growing Guide

Nasturtium is an easy-to-grow, edible annual flower with beautiful, vibrant flowers and round, lily-pad-like leaves. Its scientific name is Tropaeolum majus, and it is native to South America. Nasturtiums are available in a range of colours including orange, yellow,...

Marigold Growing Guide

Marigold Growing Guide

Marigold is a flowering plant that is popularly grown for its attractive blooms and its ability to repel pests in gardens. It comes in various sizes and colors, ranging from yellow and gold to orange and red. Marigold is easy to grow and can thrive in most soil types...

Lupin Growing Guide

Lupin Growing Guide

Lupine, also known as lupin or lupinus, is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the legume family Fabaceae. Lupines are known for their colourful and showy flowers that bloom on tall spikes. They come in a variety of colours including pink, purple, blue, white,...

Foxglove Growing Guide

Foxglove Growing Guide

Foxglove is a herbaceous perennial plant that is native to western and southwestern Europe. It is known for its striking tall spikes of tubular flowers that bloom in shades of pink, purple, white, and yellow. The flowers are attractive to pollinators, especially bees...

Echinacea Growing Guide

Echinacea Growing Guide

Echinacea is a herbaceous flowering plant that is native to North America. It is commonly known as the coneflower due to its distinct cone-shaped flower head. Echinacea is often used for its medicinal properties, as it is believed to help boost the immune system and...

Daisy Growing Guide

Daisy Growing Guide

Daisy is a common name for various plants in the Asteraceae family that are known for their colourful and cheerful flowers. The most popular type of daisy is the common daisy (Bellis perennis), which has small white or pink flowers with a yellow centre. Daisies are...

Cosmos Growing Guide

Cosmos Growing Guide

Cosmos is a popular garden flower that produces showy blooms in shades of pink, white, and red. It is a member of the Asteraceae family and is native to Mexico and some parts of South America. Cosmos plants are easy to grow and can reach up to 6 feet in height. They...

Calendula Growing Guide

Calendula Growing Guide

Calendula, also known as pot marigold, is a bright and cheerful flower that blooms in shades of yellow and orange. It is a member of the daisy family and has a long history of medicinal and culinary use. Calendula petals can be used to make teas, infused oils, and...

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