Tropical Gardens UK: How to Overwinter Winterize Tetrapanax papyrifer 'R...
If you are growing Tetrapanax papyrifer 'Rex' (T. Rex) - Rice paper Plant for the first time and are unsure as to how to overwinter it then I really can't blame you. Why? Because depending on the...
View ArticleAre Sago Palms Cold Winter Hardy - Cycas revoluta
The Sago Palm – Cycas revoluta is an extremely handsome cycad species from Japan, and a popular choice for the cold hardy, tropical effect, exotic garden. However, if left to its own devices a cold...
View ArticleFive Mistakes to Avoid Growing Ricinus communis - Castor Oil Plant
It is difficult nowadays to find Ricinus communis plants for sale in your local garden centre however the seeds are still readily available from trusted online retailers should you decide you can't...
View ArticleHow To Grow and Plant The Monkey Puzzle Tree - Araucaria araucana
No-one is doubting that the Monkey Puzzle Tree is one of the most impressive and architectural trees that you can grow. However, due to the immense sizes these trees can attain the question you should...
View ArticleHow To Overwinter Winterize Hardy Bananas - Musa, Musella and Ensete
Hardy bananas and hardy banana-likeys are arguably amongst the most tropical effect plants that you can grow here in the UK. Unfortunately the word 'hardy' can be a little misleading as hardiness...
View ArticleTropical Cactus Garden - Majorelle Gardens, Marrakech, Morocco
Majorelle gardens is home to one of the worlds greatest collection of cacti and other plant genera, however it has had its ups and downs over the years with regards to the condition and quality of its...
View ArticleWhy is Monty Don Denying Horticulturists
The lovely Monty Don recently published an X - formally known as a tweet, asking '....when did the term 'horticulturist' replace gardener? And why?' So in this video we aim to answer these questions....
View ArticleHow to Grow the Wollemi Pine - Wollemia nobilis
There has been a lot of interest in the Wollemi pine - Wollemia nobilis, since its discovery in a remote gorge in the Wollemi national park in 1994. Since then it has been successfully propagated,...
View ArticleWhen Is The Best Time To Plant Camellias
Camellias are among the most beloved of all the early flowering hardy plants and as such it's only right that you should should wish to do the best by them. After all they are not the cheapest plant in...
View ArticleFive Common Poisonous Plants in Your Garden
As a rule, garden plants are usually purchased on their looks and perhaps fragrance, but these are aggressive living things that have no idea what century they're in and they'll defend themselves....
View ArticleHow To Grow Tree Lilies
Tree lilies are a great addition to an exotic garden, at least they are in my opinion. So to find out how to grow tree lilies check out this video. We discus the best time to buy them, where to plant...
View ArticleCommon Camellia Problems and Treatment and Recovery
On the whole, camellias are tough, robust and disease free. However environmental conditions and several pest and pathogen genera can change all of that. So in this video English horticulturist SImon...
View ArticleHow To Grow Hardy Fuchsia 'Genii'
If you are looking to grow hardy Fuchsia then arguably one of the most striking colour forms is the fantastic Fuchsia 'Genii'. They are both robust and easy to grow however to get the pest performance...
View ArticleWhat is the Hardiest Tree Fern in the World
Tree ferns have not only a gorgeous primordial presence but they can also add a fantastic exotic dimension to any tropical effect garden. However, despite many tree fern genera being native to...
View ArticleHow to Plant and Grow Crocosmia Bulbs - Montbretia
Crocosmia cultivars and hybrids are one of the great mainstays of the tropical-effect, exotic garden. However as a native to southern and eastern Africa some specimens are hardier than other and native...
View ArticleHow to Plant and Grow Bare Root Kniphofia - Red Hot Poker
The Red-Hot Poker - 'Kniphofia' is a fantastic and mostly hardy addition for the exotic, tropical-effect garden. Often bought as bare root plants in the spring there are a few issues which can arise...
View ArticleHow to Plant and Grow Bare Root Agapanthus - Lily of the Nile
Indigenous to the southern African continent, Agapanthus (common name 'Lily of the Nile') is a truly gorgeous genus of herbaceous plants, perfect for almost any style of garden. So assuming you wish to...
View ArticleFive Common Cycad Problems Treatment and Recovery - Sago Palm, Cycas re...
Cycads are arguably the kings of an exotic-effect garden and why wouldn't they be? They have ridiculously glossy leaves, wonderful architectural structure and more importantly look as cute as a button!...
View ArticleWhen do you Plant Snowdrops - Galanthus nivalis
Although not the first plant to flower in a new year snowdrops are easily the most recognisable and with their pure-white blooms the most noticeable! Often seen naturalised throughout the UK one might...
View ArticleTropical Gardens UK:Exotic Garden February Tour Walk Around
At face value there isn't much to see in an exotic garden in February. Look at bit closer however, and you will see that life is returning for its big, spring comeback! So join English horticulturist...
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