Symphoricarpus albus snowberry bush perhaps you more often see this one in municipal or council planting schemes. I think it deserves a place in the garden, dont eat the poisonous berries though. From this point, I think we will only … Continue reading →
Astilbe Peach Blossom, like all the other forms of Astilbe in our garden this one just thrives in the cool Summers of the North East of Scotland We wouldn’t be without Astilbes in the garden, in fact when a plant grows as well as … Continue reading →
Stipa Arundinacea This evergreen ornamental grass is referred to as being frost hardy, an indication that it may not survive in the North East of Scotland. Well think again, here is Stipa Arundinacea above in our Aberdeen garden in early … Continue reading →
Whether or not you are a fan of them, the Flower Carpet Rose Amber and others in this series of Roses gives a grand show. I was always very reluctant to try out these Flower Carpet Roses. My concern was … Continue reading →
The Japanese Painted Fern, Athyrium niponicum Pictum’. In our round garden it is an absolute treat, with soft silvery greyish-green foliage that has a hint of maroon finely etched through the fronds. I have heard some gardeners refer to Ferns as … Continue reading →