Featured Posts in'flower' Category

Pinks or Pink Carnations Explanation of Types

When is a pink Carnation not a Carnation? When it is a Pink. Confused, well so was I and I am not sure this will clear Read more..

Growing Campanula, Canterbury Bells or Bellflower

Alpine or border Campanulas come in many species and varieties. Campanula lactiflora ‘Loddon Anna’ above was Read more..

Celebration

One of the unknown Roses is now in flower. I think it is a Rose Golden Celebration. The Rose is a lovely deep lemon Read more..

Growing Runner Beans in a Dry Summer

Great Runner Beans need plenty of water retentative and nutrient rich soil. That is why preparation is important but Read more..

Good Companions Crocosmia and Euphorbia

You only need subtle shade changes to achieve a striking effect with well chosen plants. Good companions complement Read more..

Leek Flowers

Once, way back when I had my allotment, I let one of my Leeks go to flower. Just to see what happened. The result was Read more..

Floral Delights

The Lady Emma Hamilton looked lovely before the heat wave began. The sun has shone, but it has not rained for ages. Read more..

White Virgin Flower

Today my Madonna Lily finally flowered. This is the second year that it has bloomed. The white virginal flowers have Read more..

Joie De Vivre

The weekend is nearly over. I have been watching the Wimbledon Ladies and Mens Finals on Saturday and Sunday (Well Read more..

What is Pollination and why is it important?

Pollination is the transfer of pollen (with male hormones) from the anthers of a flower to the stigma to create Read more..