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CNN
2 days ago
- Lifestyle
- CNN
The Kingdom that burns to bloom
In South Africa's Cape Floral Kingdom, fire isn't the end - it's the beginning. Discover the plants that only bloom after a burn.
The Sun
3 days ago
- General
- The Sun
Home Bargains is selling a £3 buy that transforms your garden & adds privacy during the summer
SHOPPERS are obsessed with a new £3 buy that could transform your garden this summer - and it adds privacy. Home Bargains fans have fallen in love with the budget friendly item that will automatically elevate your outdoor space. The "stylish" Jardin Corn Leaf Rope and Ferm Wall Hanging Basket offers a touch of "rustic charm". It's made from corn leaf and rope which gives the product a natural, handmade and unique feel. The W30 by H16xm fitting can be used to hold a variety of plants, flowers - or serve as a purely decorative piece. They can be picked up for just £2.99 online, or in stores. As well as looking beautiful, these hanging baskets could also serve a practical purpose. Garden experts discovered the outdoor fixtures can work well as a natural privacy screen. If you have any nosy neighbours, or just want to add a little extra protection from wandering eyes, this could be the hack for you. Green-fingered gurus at Calundula's Garden, advised figuring out which placement you want, and calculating how many baskets needed. They also highlighted different types of plants that can be used, ranging from low maintenance to trailing. If you're keen to have something that doesn't require much work, but is fast-growing, options such as English ivy ferns, and creeping jasmine are recommended. The secret Home Bargains aisle shoppers always forget to check - with loads of delicious treats priced from just 59p Spider plants and Boston ferns are more popular choices when it comes to very lush, thick foliage. Meanwhile, Fuchsias and Petunias can add bright pops of colour and brighten up any patio, balcony or garden. But why stop at green plant and flowers - you could even try some vegetables. Cherry tomatoes, radishes, and baby carrots are just some of the yummy snacks possible. If they don't take your fancy, chilli peppers, Strawberries and lettuce can also be cultivated in hanging baskets. And, why not create a mini herb garden too - many including parsley, cilantro, and thyme love to be grown in the hanging planters. The experts warned how you will need to discover which areas of your outdoor space get the most sun. This comes as Home Bargains shoppers were also impressed with a £30 garden object. With the days getting warmer, Brits are looking for new ways to spruce up their outdoor spaces. This water feature is described as the perfect addition to any garden thanks to its LED lighting and interesting design. The Jardin Miniture Fairy Water Feature is scanning for as little as £29.99. That's £27 less than the Range 's version, which is priced at a whopping £56.79. The small statue is frost resistant and has a five metre-long cable that plugs into any mains supply. Measuring 29.5x25x45cm, it's also a nifty device to help create some more privacy in any outdoor space. The description reads: "This stunning water feature can add class and style to your garden. "Place the water feature in your garden, add water and switch it on. "This water feature will fit perfectly in any garden, It will be the focal point in your outdoor space." The bargain store also delighted fans when purse-friendly fairy lights hit the shelves. Shoppers can now nab the new Firefly Hot Air Balloon Spiral Solar Light for less than £4 - which features the iconic hot air balloon alongside a stunning spiral feature. This bargain buy, which is priced at just £3.99, will brighten up your garden and leave your eagle-eyed neighbours gobsmacked.
Daily Mail
27-05-2025
- General
- Daily Mail
Gardening expert issues warning about plants that should NEVER be seen in your garden - and shares the most trendy ones to have this summer
Never mind the celebrities in their floral frocks and shirts, it was the plants that were the stars at last week's RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Every year breeders introduce dazzling newcomers you will want to take home and grow in your garden, patio or on a balcony right away.
Washington Post
26-05-2025
- General
- Washington Post
My rookie mistakes gardening include cursing at the nursery lady
A few years ago, I welcomed spring by cursing at the kind lady working at the local plant nursery. It was entirely unintentional. She offered her assistance while I marveled at a row of hanging baskets bursting with pink and purple ruffled blossoms. Pointing to the plant's tag and care instructions, I asked, 'Would these work well on a porch? The hybrid fuchsia.' Only I pronounced the name in a way that rhymes with plucks ya. Her widening eyes seemed to ask in shock, 'The hybrid does what?' — and then, just as quickly, her face softened with understanding: 'It's pronounced 'few-shuh,' dear. Like the color.'
Yahoo
25-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
5 stories from Marianne Binetti with tips for thriving Pacific Northwest gardens
Stories by Tacoma News Tribune journalists, with AI summarization This list of stories illustrates how local expert Marianne Binetti's recommendations for Pacific Northwest gardens. She says that shade gardens benefit from plants like hosta, astilbe and hellebores and annuals such as impatiens, which thrive in cool areas. Top plant picks for the region include Japanese maples, lilacs, peonies and Nandina. Creative ideas for container gardening and using hanging baskets extend color and interest from spring through fall. These plants seem to thrive in the Western Washington climate and adapt to many different types of growing conditions. | Published April 26, 2025 | Read Full Story by Marianne Binetti No design is permanent, gardening columnist Marianne Binetti reminds us. | Published May 3, 2025 | Read Full Story by Marianne Binetti In honor of Mother Nature and in homage to Mother's Day, consider extending the flowering season by learning how to grow plants all year long. | Published May 10, 2025 | Read Full Story by Marianne Binetti It's still too early for some heat-loving plants. But it's a great time to sow yourself all the salad fixings. | Published May 17, 2025 | Read Full Story by Marianne Binetti The planting season is underway, and gardeners are making tough decisions about perennials, annuals and what to put where. | Published May 24, 2025 | Read Full Story by Marianne Binetti The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.
