Tag Archives: gardens

Front Gardens

In every home you visit, the first thing that immediately welcomes you is the front garden. The front garden will greet your guests even before you do.  In most buildings nowadays, or in the overbuilt city centres we experience every day, there is usually no space for a front garden.  Nonetheless, we can use differentContinue reading “Front Gardens”

Succulents and Cactus in Malta

Cactus and succulents are some of the easiest plants you can grow in Maltese gardens and Maltese soil. Succulents and cactus plants do not need lots of watering, and in fact, can be easily damaged with frequent watering. Some of these plants produce truly beautiful and amazing flowers, although a number of these flowers willContinue reading “Succulents and Cactus in Malta”

Trees in Malta

Malta is, unfortunately, lacking in trees and greenery. In recent years, however, we have seen many people, normally voluntarily, who started several initiatives to plant trees again across the Maltese islands. The government has also, to some extent, embarked on regenerating lost or forgotten areas into open parks with plants, flowers and trees. Some ofContinue reading “Trees in Malta”

How do I pick the right plants for my garden?

Choosing the right plants for your garden can be a challenge, especially if you are new to the world of gardening. However, I have some good news! Once you understand the basics, then it will become very easy to choose the right plants for your garden and enjoy gardening to the full. 1.      Location BeforeContinue reading “How do I pick the right plants for my garden?”

Gardening Gifts

Vertical Garden Planter This is a garden gift idea that can be efficient and dependable. The great thing about vertical garden systems is that you can place them anywhere, and it has space for dozens of small plants. The fact that it’s also portable and easy to move around makes a huge difference in homesContinue reading “Gardening Gifts”

How are Strawberries Propagated?

Strawberries are a favourite for many people. They are sweet, healthy and can be grown in pots or containers at home or in smaller spaces. In this short article, we will tackle questions such as: Strawberry Runners The strawberry plant produces what we call “runners”. These runners grow outwards from the mother plant, as seenContinue reading “How are Strawberries Propagated?”

How to Grow Rucola from Seeds

Rucola is a very popular addition to many salads and dishes, including pizza. It is grown in many countries and is usually cultivated from seeds. The seeds of the rucola are very small. You will need to prepare the soil where you plan to sow the seeds. If you are sowing in an open field,Continue reading “How to Grow Rucola from Seeds”

Gardening Interview – Shelley’s Indoor Jungle

I was lucky enough to interview the amazing gardening influencer Shelley Caruana, from the successful “Shelley’s Indoor Jungle” (over 176,000 followers). Together, we had a chat about why she started her blog, a few gardening tips and advice on how to make the best if on a limited budget. Let’s discover her journey below! Name andContinue reading “Gardening Interview – Shelley’s Indoor Jungle”

Gardening tips for beginners

People in Malta love gardening, it’s a popular activity designed to unwind and relax. Plus, you get to see your beautiful plants grow and they might even offer some amazing fruits too. With that in mind, gardening in Malta can be a little difficult, since here there’s a Mediterranean, hot climate with strong winds. ThisContinue reading “Gardening tips for beginners”

Why are Narcissus flowers protected by law in Malta?

In Malta, wild Narcissus flowers are protected by law, and it is forbidden to pick up this flower from the wild. The Narcissus is, unfortunately, becoming rarer and has an endangered level in the Red Data Book of the Maltese Islands since 1989. It is protected therefore by law, schedule VIII of legal notice LN311/2006.Continue reading “Why are Narcissus flowers protected by law in Malta?”