Growing hardy figs in the UK: A Guide to Hardy Varieties & Expert Tips
Here in the UK, Fig trees can survive temperatures as low as -10C, produce bountiful crops of highly nutritious fruit and look great as a focal point in any sized garden.
Exotic garden plants from seed
There's nothing like growing your own plants from seed. Here are some exotic flowering plants to try this year in your tropical border.
Propagating Canna Lily Seeds | A Guide to How & When to Sow Canna Seeds in the UK
Canna Lily propagation from seed is incredibly easy to do. A guide to growing, storing and transplanting these tropical flowering plants.
Growing Streptocarpus plants (Cape Primrose)
The streptocarpus, or Cape Primrose is an excellent addition to any windowsil or conservatory. It will provide plenty of orchid-like flowers for much of the year and is easy to grow.
Growing Canna – what do you need to know?
The Canna is a very popular, tropical relative of the banana. With striking flowers and amazing leaves, it's a good idea to ensure you're offering the best growing conditions for your Canna.
Tropical Garden Plants: Create an Exotic Paradise in Your UK Garden
A comprehensive list of tropical flowers for your garden. Featuring hardy annuals, perennials and shrubs.
How to Care for a Pitcher Plant: A Complete Growing Guide
A rough guide to looking after a Pitcher plant, the carnivorous houseplant. Guide includes, living conditions, feeding and repotting.
15 of the best hardy tropical plants for the UK garden
Transform your suburban garden into the tropics. Many plants from tropical environments - perfectly hardy and will thrive in the UK.
Sempervivums (Hens and Chicks): The Ultimate Guide to Hardy, Drought-Tolerant Succulents
Liveforevers for your garden: Sempervivums thrive where others wilt. Learn about their adaptability, beauty, and eco-friendly ways.
Growing melons in the UK! How to guide
Growing large, sweet melons in the UK without the use of a greenhouse. A quick and cheap way of growing Honeydew melons in your own garden this summer.