Coreopsis has become a firm favorite in my own garden. Their bright yellow and red flowers that go on for months are guaranteed to bring cheer to any space, while the “fluffy”, feathery foliage looks elegant in your beds and borders. Indeed, I’ve fallen so much in love with Coreopsis that I’ve tried growing it … Read more
Echium pininana, sometimes known by the common names of Viper’s Bugloss, Snow Tower or Tower of Jewels is surely one of the single most impressive flowering plants in the world. Originally hailing from the Canary Islands, Echium throws up a huge flower spike unlike anything else you’ve ever seen – sometimes as much as 12 … Read more
I’m currently in the process of rethinking my front garden. Since we moved into the house two years ago, the front garden has essentially remained exactly as we found it. Basically, just laid to grass. However this is far from ideal. The lawn is gently sloping, while the garden faces south. This means I need … Read more