Author: Emily Grice

Ever since they were first served up by experimental chefs in the trendy restaurants of San Francisco during the 1980s, microgreens have become a staple of gastronomy, commercial food production, and more recently, home growers. Ready to eat in as little as a week, these tiny plants pack a real punch, bringing an explosion of…

Big, blousy, and beautiful, peonies are some of our most beloved garden plants! And despite their intricate and flamboyant appearance, they’re actually incredibly easy to grow! Adding an air of whimsy to your outdoor space with their fluffy texture and floral fragrance, we think every garden needs one! So if you agree, our very easy…

Brussels Sprouts! The jewels of the dinner plate and the garden! Nutty, sweet, and tender, these tiny veggies are not only packed full of flavour, they’re packed full of goodness too! With a long growing season and high yields, growing a sprout stalk or two will provide you and your family with plenty of healthy,…

It’s easy to be enchanted by the joyful sight of bees travelling from flower to flower under the hot summer sun. But aside from their magical presence in the garden, these tiny, fuzzy, buzzy, creatures are probably the single most important members of the animal kingdom. The tireless work they do to pollinate our plants…

Devil’s Ivy; sounds sinister, but looks gorgeous! Foliage lovers, forgetful gardeners, and houseplant enthusiasts alike, this one’s for you. Prized for its glossy green leaves, unique variegation patterns, versatile display options, and almost supernatural tolerance of neglect, it’s no surprise that Devil’s Ivy is one of the most popular and beloved houseplants the world over. …

A source of both fascination and frustration for millions of gardeners across the world, Delphiniums are some of our most prized plants, despite their reputation for being a little high-maintenance. It’s no surprise that these lofty lovelies are known by some as the “Queen of the Border” with their diva-like demands, luxurious colours, abundant blooms,…

Magnolias are certainly one of the most glamorous, enchanting, and rewarding trees to grow. This ancient plant was one of the first flowering fauna ever to exist on our earth, and it continues to captivate us to this very day. Magnolias truly are a living, breathing, blooming piece of natural history, and a must-have for…

Perennials are such an extensive plant group that encompasses unimaginable diversity and countless species. You could be forgiven for finding the intricate world of perennial plants overwhelming, especially when trying to choose just the right species to grow in your own garden. But fear not! We’ve taken on the mammoth task of curating a list…

Dianthus are a firm favourite of gardeners and florists the whole world over. It’s not hard to see why these delightful plants are fondly known as ‘the flower of the Gods’, with their unique frilly blooms and intense perfume. Perfect for beds, borders, pots, and even bouquets, if pink is your colour, then Dianthus is…