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Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- General
- Daily Mirror
Gardeners urged to plant 5 flowers that thrive without water even in summer
Not all plants need regular watering - an expert shares five flowers that are highly drought-resistant and which will continue to bloom over summer without much help Caring for plants can be daunting if you're planning an extended getaway (or are simply just lazy) – luckily, experts have shared five flowers that need little watering. And, no, they're not cacti. The UK is infamous for its grey, rainy weather, but long dry patches over the summer aren't unheard of. This can be devastating for certain plants, which rely on moist soil and a steady stream of hydration. Left to dry out for too long, they can become shrivelled and lacklustre – and, in some cases, wilt completely. Fortunately, not all plants are parched for water. There are many, like succulents, that originate in hot, dry climates and which have evolved to require little H20. Some common drought-resistant adaptations include thick, waxy skins, which enable plants to conserve water, as well as fleshy stems and leaves that are capable of storing water. So, which flowers should you look out for if you don't want to water them frequently? A gardening expert from Netmums shares five flowers you can plant: Blanket Flower With their bright crimson buds and yellow-tipped petals, these flowers resemble carnival-themed daisies. Native to the Americas, blanket flowers enjoy warm temperatures and full sun. Once established, they also require very little watering. If conditions are extremely hot or dry, they may need to be watered once or twice a week. Summer Snapdragon These vertical purple flowers are found from Mexico to Argentina. Even more enticing, they have a sweet, grape-like fragrance which will flood your garden. Summer snapdragons enjoy full sunlight, ideally six to eight hours a day. In times of absolutely no rainfall, they need about one inch of water per week. Lantana Lantanas produce delicate little orange and yellow flowers once they begin to bloom. Despite being highly drought tolerant, it is still recommended to water them once a week, especially when they are still growing. Globe Amaranth These flowers look just like mini globes and come in shades of pink, white and deep purple. According to Netmums, they're also a 'low-maintenance hero'. This is in large part thanks to how drought tolerant they are. Even in periods of extreme dryness, they only need watering about once a week. Ornamental Purslane If you love having bright colours in your garden, then the ornamental purslane – with its crayon-box of pink, yellow and orange blooms – is perfect. Even better it requires very little maintenance. Netmums writes: 'With its succulent leaves and bright, showy blooms, this plant loves sun and hates overwatering — perfect for kids who think 'watering the plants' means flooding them.
Wales Online
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Alex Jones says 'certainly won't be the last' as she has time off BBC show
Alex Jones says 'certainly won't be the last' as she has time off BBC show Alex Jones took some time away from BBC One's The One Show Alex Jones took some time away from The One Show (Image: BBC ) Welsh presenter Alex Jones has returned from her Easter break and has said it "certainly won't be the last" time she visits the resort where she had the 'perfect family holiday'. The One Show host took some time away from the show for an adventurous week in Italy. Sharing pictures from her holiday, with her family three children Teddy, six, Kit, four and Annie, two with her husband Charlie Thomson, Alex said she would be returning to the the Dolomites montain range where they stayed at the Sonnwies resort billed as a 'sophisticated retreat for families only' . While there, Alex posted amazing pictures from her holiday including incredible mountain views, she and her family enjoying a water park and beautiful sunsets. Posting a video of moments from the trip, Alex said: "Looking back at an idyllic week at @sonnwies_familyresort It had all the ingredients for the perfect holiday. "Immersed in nature, surrounded by breathtaking views and the comfort of a beautiful hotel with children's needs at its heart. "There was tranquility and adventure in equal measure. It certainly won't be our last trip to the Dolomites." For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter Article continues below Content cannot be displayed without consent After returning from the Dolomites Alex also welcomed new additions to the family. Alex and her family have decided to hatch chicks again. Posting a video of the eggs in the incubator, Alex said: "Look who just arrived! Ah the kids loved them so much last year, that we decided to do it again this year. This year we are going to keep three females, so here we go again." In an episode of the Netmums podcast, The One Show host and 48-year-old mum-of-three shared insights into life with her family. Alex, who previously lived in west London, said the family doesn't regret switching from the hustle and bustle of the capital for a more idyllic existence in the countryside. She explained the benefits of moving to the bigger family home with two "very active boys", Teddy and Kit, and a "pretty active" daughter, Annie. She said her sons enjoy football and rugby, describing them as being like "two puppies" who "need to run". Article continues below Alex said: "And now we can sit in the garden and they can run, and you know, fill hours outside, which is wonderful to see. "So, we haven't looked back, really. We love it." You can read more, here.
The Independent
27-03-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
‘Full of himself' Hollywood A-list guest called out by The One Show's Alex Jones
Alex Jones has named a famous guest on The One Show who she thought was 'full of himself' during an appearance. The TV presenter was reflecting on some of the A-list personalities she had interviewed on the BBC chat show during an appearance on the Netmums podcast. 'You know, we've had people on that are big Hollywood stars. I mean, last week we had Robert De Niro and, he was lovely, but he was lovely afterwards,' Jones revealed. However, Jones recalled a more negative experience with Suicide Squad star Jared Leto, when the Oscar-winner starred on the programme three years prior. "He was there in sort of dressed as one of the Three Musketeers and he had all this, like, I don't know, Gucci, big shirt, sleeves billowing. I mean, he was so full of himself,' she said. "And I thought, no, no, no, no. Our audience are nice people and, they deserve better than this. And, okay, you might be like a huge celebrity star and, you know, you've done all these films, but it doesn't cost to be polite and nice. Anybody who can't bring those simple skills to the table, I'm out. I'm like, no, sorry, you've not been brought up well, then." Jones had previously complained about her experience interviewing Leto during an interview with Josh Widdicombe and Rob Beckett's Parenting Hell podcast. "He was dressed in Gucci and whatever and just so dismissive,' she said. 'He put himself on like a different plane to everybody else. I just can't bear people like that. "I don't know whether I referenced musketeer early on and then from there it was a sharp downhill. With some people, you cannot warm them up for love or money, he was one of them." Leto is best known for playing the Joker, a DC Comics character previously portrayed by Heath Ledger and Jack Nicholson, in the 2016 film Suicide Squad. He also played the title role in the 2022 supervillain movie Morbius, which was a notorious box office flop. Earlier in his career, Leto won an Oscar for his supporting performance in Dallas Buyers Club (2013), having risen to fame in the 1990s via a role on the teen series My So-Called Life.
The Independent
26-03-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
The One Show's Alex Jones calls out ‘full of himself' Hollywood A-list guest
Alex Jones has named a famous guest on The One Show who she thought was 'full of himself' during an appearance. The TV presenter was reflecting on some of the A-list personalities she had interviewed on the BBC chat show during an appearance on the Netmums podcast. 'You know, we've had people on that are big Hollywood stars. I mean, last week we had Robert De Niro and, he was lovely, but he was lovely afterwards,' Jones revealed. However, Jones recalled a more negative experience with Suicide Squad star Jared Leto, when the Oscar-winner starred on the programme three years prior. "He was there in sort of dressed as one of the Three Musketeers and he had all this, like, I don't know, Gucci, big shirt, sleeves billowing. I mean, he was so full of himself,' she said. "And I thought, no, no, no, no. Our audience are nice people and, they deserve better than this. And, okay, you might be like a huge celebrity star and, you know, you've done all these films, but it doesn't cost to be polite and nice. Anybody who can't bring those simple skills to the table, I'm out. I'm like, no, sorry, you've not been brought up well, then." Jones had previously complained about her experience interviewing Leto during an interview with Josh Widdicombe and Rob Beckett's Parenting Hell podcast. "He was dressed in Gucci and whatever and just so dismissive,' she said. 'He put himself on like a different plane to everybody else. I just can't bear people like that.' "I don't know whether I referenced musketeer early on and then from there it was a sharp downhill. With some people, you cannot warm them up for love or money, he was one of them." Leto is best known for playing the Joker, a DC Comics character previously portrayed by Heath Ledger and Jack Nicholson, in the 2016 film Suicide Squad. He also played the title role in the 2022 supervillain movie Morbius, which was a notorious box office flop. Earlier in his career, Leto won an Oscar for his supporting performance in Dallas Buyers Club (2013), having risen to fame in the 1990s via a role on the teen series My So-Called Life.
