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Scottish Sun
4 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Amazon is selling a pretty £5 plant that doesn't need watering in summer – it flowers for months & thrives in the shade
All recommendations within this article are informed by expert editorial opinion. If you click on a link in this story we may earn affiliate revenue. Scroll down to see what other garden bargains you can snap up this summer GROW FOR IT Amazon is selling a pretty £5 plant that doesn't need watering in summer – it flowers for months & thrives in the shade Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AMAZON is selling a blooming great bargain just in time for summer that will transform your garden. Green-fingered shoppers can snap up these pretty plants to brighten up your outdoor spaces from now all the way through to autumn. 2 Amazon is selling a pretty plant that will transform your garden for a bargain price Credit: Amazon 2 The plant is a great low-maintenance option this summer Credit: Amazon Amazon is selling a pack of three Hardy Geranium "Vision Violet" Large Plug Plants for as little as £15. The product comes as a pack of three "plug plants" for potting, working out at a bargain £5 per plant. The online retailer says the Geranium produces "masses of dark violet-pink flowers from June to October" and "the dark green leaves turn orange-red for Autumn". The description reads: "A new Geranium sanguineum hybrid and very worthy of a place in the family. "It has shrubby, bushy growth with masses of dark violet-pink flowers all summer. "It is very easy to grow, ultra hardy and makes great ground cover, whilst being very floriferous too." Hardy geraniums are low-maintenance and long-flowering perennials that can bloom for months from spring and need very little care. Its recommended the geraniums be planted in any moist but well-drained soil. The plants don't require frequent watering, preferring low to moderate moisture and are generally drought-tolerant. They thrive in the sun or in the shade and are fantastic for pollinators such as bees and hoverflies, say Gardeners World. Some of them flower until the first frosts, providing a long season of nectar and pollen. They need very little care and pests such as slugs, snails and even rabbits will eat other plants in preference. What's more is that they're perfect for growing at the front of borders or in containers on the patio. The geraniums can be cut right back to the ground after their first flush of flowers. 'Big weekend' - Peter O'Mahony embarking on hectic gardening project as he aims to add '300 plants' They'll grow right back too, producing fresh foliage and more flowers in the same summer. If you're looking for other plants for your garden this summer, Aldi is set to launch a pretty £3 plant that flowers every week until September. Their butterfly lavender can be yours for only £3.79 each from Thursday, June 12. Not only will it brighten up your garden, but it'll also fill the air with a sweet scent for months, attracting bees. Lidl is also launching a new garden plant range with flowers starting from just £1.99. The budget blooms start from just £1.99 and are already hitting the famous middle aisle, with more due to land in stores later this week – just in time for the sunny season. From Friday, 7 June, shoppers can pick up gorgeous flowering plants that will brighten your outdoor space from late spring all the way through to autumn, meaning you'll get plenty of bang for your buck.
The Sun
4 days ago
- General
- The Sun
Amazon is selling a pretty £5 plant that doesn't need watering in summer – it flowers for months & thrives in the shade
AMAZON is selling a blooming great bargain just in time for summer that will transform your garden. Green-fingered shoppers can snap up these pretty plants to brighten up your outdoor spaces from now all the way through to autumn. 2 2 Amazon is selling a pack of three Hardy Geranium "Vision Violet" Large Plug Plants for as little as £15. The product comes as a pack of three "plug plants" for potting, working out at a bargain £5 per plant. The online retailer says the Geranium produces "masses of dark violet-pink flowers from June to October" and "the dark green leaves turn orange-red for Autumn". The description reads: "A new Geranium sanguineum hybrid and very worthy of a place in the family. "It has shrubby, bushy growth with masses of dark violet-pink flowers all summer. "It is very easy to grow, ultra hardy and makes great ground cover, whilst being very floriferous too." Hardy geraniums are low-maintenance and long-flowering perennials that can bloom for months from spring and need very little care. Its recommended the geraniums be planted in any moist but well-drained soil. The plants don't require frequent watering, preferring low to moderate moisture and are generally drought-tolerant. They thrive in the sun or in the shade and are fantastic for pollinators such as bees and hoverflies, say Gardeners World. Some of them flower until the first frosts, providing a long season of nectar and pollen. They need very little care and pests such as slugs, snails and even rabbits will eat other plants in preference. What's more is that they're perfect for growing at the front of borders or in containers on the patio. The geraniums can be cut right back to the ground after their first flush of flowers. 'Big weekend' - Peter O'Mahony embarking on hectic gardening project as he aims to add '300 plants' They'll grow right back too, producing fresh foliage and more flowers in the same summer. If you're looking for other plants for your garden this summer, Aldi is set to launch a pretty £3 plant that flowers every week until September. Their butterfly lavender can be yours for only £3.79 each from Thursday, June 12. Not only will it brighten up your garden, but it'll also fill the air with a sweet scent for months, attracting bees. Lidl is also launching a new garden plant range with flowers starting from just £1.99. The budget blooms start from just £1.99 and are already hitting the famous middle aisle, with more due to land in stores later this week – just in time for the sunny season. From Friday, 7 June, shoppers can pick up gorgeous flowering plants that will brighten your outdoor space from late spring all the way through to autumn, meaning you'll get plenty of bang for your buck. The 5 best flowers to help bees to thrive Nature experts at Faith In Nature have shared the 5 best flowers Brits can plant in their gardens to help bees thrive. Rebecca Miller, Fabulous' Associate Editor and keen gardener explains why "bees are brilliant". "They are vital. They pollinate our food and play a crucial role in our ecosystem. But climate change, the increasing use of pesticides and loss of habitat means bees are endangered. No matter how big your garden or outside space is, you can plant a flower or two to help bees." Lavender Lavender can thrive in a sunny spot with well-drained soil. It's fragrant and flowers all-summer-long meaning it's a big hit with bees - especially bumble bees. Sunflowers This cheery flower giant are bee-magnets. And if you look closely at a sunflower head, the big 'flowers' are actually a cluster of small flowers, called an inflorescence which attract pollinators. Ideally, grow sunflowers in groups to provide nectar and pollen for as many bees as possible. At the end of summer, collect the dried seeds from the sunflower heads to feed the birds or plant next year. Heather These abundant, bell-shaped blooms are brimming with nectar and pollen – which is good news for bees. Cornflowers A vivid blue wildflower, cornflowers are often planted alongside other meadow blooms, like ox-eye daisies and poppies. They grow on tall stems and are packed with nectar, making them particularly attractive to bees. Cornflowers bloom for a long time and are simple to grow, so they're perfect for first-time gardeners and experienced alike. Crocuses (and snowdrops) Later this summer, when you're starting to plan for your Spring displays, consider crocuses and snowdrops. They provide bees, such as the queen buff-tailed bumblebee and male hairy-footed flower bees, with vital early pollen as they emerge from their winter hibernation
Daily Record
13-05-2025
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- Daily Record
'I'm a gardening expert – do this vital task before planting your garden centre flowers'
This simple tip could will help you get more for your money when shopping at a garden centre – and it involves something you might not expect. Here's all you need to know Before you pop those garden centre blooms into the soil, consider this handy hint. Garden enthusiasts often head to their local garden centres to snap up young plants, hoping they'll flourish in their gardens. It's a convenient and swift way to populate your flowerbeds and containers, sparing you the trouble of nurturing fragile seedlings that demand protection from the weather and consistent watering. But what most people are not aware of is there is a trick to stretch your pound further at the garden centre. The cost of plants can rack up swiftly, yet a gardening guru has revealed a clever technique that could let you bag more plants without forking out more cash. Adam Kirtland, who runs the View From The Potting Bench TikTok page, shared a video in which he divulged that purchasing a single plant from a garden centre might actually yield three or four plants for your patch if you know how to maximise their potential. He advised: "If you want to save some money in the garden, get one of these larger pots [from the garden centre] and do this." Adam pointed out that garden centre plants come with "fantastic root systems" as they're typically well-established. Although they're set to prosper in your garden as is, their intricate root networks also make them prime candidates for splitting. Plant splitting is a cost-effective technique that involves separating a plant into smaller, independent sections. Adam advised: "Using a sharp fork or a trowel, pop it in the middle and give it a good bash. What you'll get is two even halves of a plant. I know it seems harsh, but the plant loves it. "You can either leave it there with two halves, or get really extreme and split those halves again and get four plants. Each one of these new plants can be planted out in your garden exactly the same way that you were going to plant that large one out." When asked which plants are suitable for splitting, Adam recommends trying it with varieties such as Hosta, Hardy Geranium, Sedum, Astilbe, Bergenia, Rudbeckia, Echinacea, Phlox, Alchemilla mollis, Crocosmia, Japanese anemone, Aster and Campanula. How to split plants Choose the right time: The best time to split plants is during their dormant or growing season, usually in the early spring or early autumn. Avoid splitting during hot weather to reduce plant stress. Prepare for division: Water the plant the day before splitting to reduce stress and make the process easier. Remove the plant: Tip it out of its container or gently dig it up if it's in soil outdoors. Separate the rootball: Use your hands, a garden fork, or a trowel to divide the plant into several sections. Ensure each section has roots, stems, and healthy growth. Replant the divisions: Plant the newly divided sections in their new locations. Make sure the crown of the plant (where the stems meet the roots) is at the same level as it was before. Water and care: Water the plants thoroughly after planting to help the roots settle and hydrate. Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged for the first few weeks while the plant establishes.
