Jenna Beck

When the temperature soars it's often hard to think past our own discomfort, but, just like you would for your pets, spare a thought for your plants.

Indoor plants have experienced a resurgence in popularity over the last few years, and it's not just for their aesthetic appeal. Having a plant nearby, whether at home or at work, has the ability to relieve stress and help us concentrate, as well as promoting feelings of calm. Psychologically, this might be a reflection of our evolutionary history of depending...

Hydrangeas have had a reputation for being old fashioned, but their popularity is experiencing a resurgence as a new generation of gardeners fall in love with these romantic blooms. Hydrangeas are hardy, easy to grow shrubs that happily tolerate shade and moist conditions. In fact, they tend to suffer sunburn in full sun and dry out in the wind –...

Some flower in spring, some in summer, some in autumn and some in winter. By changing the varieties through the year you can add splashes of colour that will define the changing seasons.

With so many colours, shapes, sizes and styles, it's tempting just to buy the pot you like the look of best - but take a few minutes to consider some of the points in this guide. You'll end up with pots that suit your needs, your space and your plants!   Our FP Collection outdoor pot range has a pot...

A day or two spent on your lawns now will make for lush green lawns that are a pleasure in the coming spring and summer days.

With a little bit of ingenuity even the smallest garden, balcony or courtyard can be turned into a productive vegie garden.

Plants will clean the air, humidify the atmosphere, screen ugly buildings, provide shade from the hot sun and give unending enjoyment to the gardener.

We can’t think of a more rewarding fruit or vegie to grow than tomatoes. They can take up a relatively small space, growing happily in a pot, and produce plump, juicy fruit for months on end.

Having the right tool for the job will make the pruning process as easy as possible for both you and your plant.