Gardening tips

Elaine Flamin’ June – and isn’t it exciting! Fresh beautiful flowers opening every day, and longer evenings to enjoy them in. But there are jobs… Read More »Summer’s arrived! Grow-how tips for June

Elaine Flamin’ June – and isn’t it exciting! Fresh beautiful flowers opening every day, and longer evenings to enjoy them in. But there are jobs… Read More »Gardening tips for June – how to make the most of your summer garden

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Plumeria plants, also known as Frangipani, are popular tropical plants known for their vibrant, fragrant blossoms. Did you know their seed pods are a convenient… Read More »How Do You Grow Plumeria Seed Pods?

Elaine Arggghhh, January can seem such a long month, can’t it! It feels particularly so when the weather has been as unpredictable and damaging as… Read More »Planting beans and picking weds

Elaine HURRY, IT’S MAY! We 3Growbags are in celebratory mood – not only for the Coronation of King Charles III (it just HAD to be… Read More »It’s the King’s coronation but the garden keeps growing! Gardening tips for May

Elaine All of a sudden the days just aren’t long enough for all the intense gardening jobs pressing for our attention! I keep making lists,… Read More »The Chelsea chop and other gardening jobs for May

Aloe vera (aloe vera syn. aloe barbadensisZones 10–11) is only one of many species in the Aloe genus. It is likely native to parts of… Read More »Growing Aloe Vera in Southern California

Assemble a Pruning Tool Kit Having the right equipment will help to ensure pruning success. Here are the basics tools to get the job done… Read More »Basic Pruning Terms and Tools

Viburnums (viburnum spp. and cvs., Zones 2–9) are a genus of approximately 150 woody shrubs prized for their delicate, early-season flowers and bright fall fruit.… Read More »A Step-by-Step Guide to Pruning Viburnums