We've all had the balcony garden dream, here's how to start creating it
Whether you’ve got an untamed jungle attached to your flat or a tiny sliver of window space, here’s how to get your new hobby off the ground…
Then there’s the fact that if you’re living in the city, the space you have to work with is probably fairly limited. “In contrast, south-facing spaces will be soaked in sun most of the day so opt for sun-loving plants like Delphinium, Peony, Iris and Lilly.”So you’re lucky enough to have a back garden, but it’s been a bit unloved and you haven’t got the first clue what to do with it?“Take your time when clearing your garden,” says Mealey, “as it’s easy to miss a hidden gem in the shape of a free plant that might have self-seeded.
“Skimmia Japonica is one of my favourites – it’s a glossy evergreen with red flower buds that look like small berries over winter.” “An evergreen trailing plant such as ivy acts as your year-round base for a hanging basket, which can then be added to and spruced up for seasonal interest.”
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