Roses: Planting, Growing And Pruning Roses

Roses add a beautiful burst of colour to every garden. If you are eager to plant roses in your garden, then ask yourself: What type of Rose are you interested in? Is it colour or fragrance you’re after? A low shrub or a tall climber? An indoor or an outdoor …

Skimmia Obsession

Paraic’s Plant of the Month: January 2020

Skimmia Japonica Obsession is my favourite garden plant for winter and spring colour.    This is a new variety of Skimmia called Obsession which provides garden joy all year round.  In August the flower buds appear and will open to produce gorgeous scented white flowers in March.  This is followed …

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Rose Care Kit

Planting a rose bush can be a beautiful way to mark a moment in time, plant in memory of a lost loved one, a simply a family project to do. Is there anything more beautiful than seeing roses blooming in the sunshine? Roses add a beautiful burst of colour to …

Planting by Numbers – Planting Made Simple!

“Planting by numbers makes planting simple!”Paraic Do you have a garden bed or border that needs planting? Are you wondering where to begin or what plants will work for you? Then, planting by numbers is perfect for you! Planting by numbers makes planting simple. Horkans recommend that you plant by …

Blooming Gorgeous

Patio plants are a collection of summer flowering plants that are ideal for adding colour and interest to your outdoor area. They add colour to your area from June onwards and are usually found in flower borders, beds and patio pots including hanging baskets, window boxes and wall planters. How …