Letsgoplanting

11/04/2026

Ian and his family have been going through the toughest of times after losing their wife/mum Jane to cancer back in March after a tremendous battle. They have decided to cycle from Lands End to John O'Groats in memory of Jane to help St Margarets Hospice in Taunton who were extraordinary with the care for everyone.
We know things are tough right now, but if you could spare any money, no matter how small we would really appreciate it and please share to as many people as you can, we really need to get behind this amazing family and raise as much as we possible can.
Please click on the link below and read their inspiring story. Thank you , Mandy x

Help Samantha Phillips raise money to support St Margaret's Somerset Hospice

05/08/2025

M is for Monarda 'Croftway Pink' – A Pollinator’s Paradise! 🌸🐝

Monarda 'Croftway Pink', commonly known as Bergamot, is a delightful perennial that brings vibrant pink blooms and a host of happy pollinators to your garden. Known for its aromatic leaves and uniquely fringed flowers, this variety is perfect for creating cottage-style charm and supporting biodiversity.

What Makes Monarda 'Croftway Pink' Special?
🌸 Gorgeous Blooms: Clusters of soft, dusky pink flowers steal the show during midsummer.
🐝 Pollinator Magnet: Loved by bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
🌿 Fragrant Foliage: The leaves release a minty scent when touched, adding an aromatic element to your garden.

Care Essentials:
🌞 Light Needs: Thrives in full sun but tolerates partial shade.
💧 Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
🌱 Maintenance: Deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering and divide clumps every few years to prevent overcrowding.

04/08/2025

L is for Ligularia – Bold and Beautiful Foliage and Flowers! 🌿🌼

Ligularia is a dynamic perennial that commands attention with its large, dramatic leaves and striking flowers that bloom in midsummer. Often found brightening damp, shaded corners, this plant is a must-have for gardeners looking to make a bold statement.

Why Choose Ligularia?
🌼 Unique Flowers: Spiky or daisy-like blooms tower above the foliage, adding height and colour.
🌿 Impressive Leaves: Large, heart-shaped, or deeply lobed leaves in shades of green or purple-bronze.
🌊 Thrives in Moist Areas: Perfect for borders, alongside ponds, or water gardens.

Care Tips:
🌞 Light: Prefers partial shade but tolerates full sun in cooler areas with sufficient moisture.
💧 Watering: Likes consistently damp soil—perfect for those tricky wet spots in your garden.
🌱 Maintenance: Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming and tidy up the plant in late autumn.

Ligularia transforms shady garden spaces into lush retreats with its blend of texture and colour.

03/08/2025

H is for Hibiscus – A Tropical Beauty for Your Garden! 🌺

Hibiscus is a show-stopper shrub that adds a burst of exotic flair to any landscape. With its large, eye-catching flowers in a spectrum of colors, from vivid pinks to white and lilac, it's a surefire way to bring joy and vibrancy to your outdoor space.

Care Tips:
🌞 Light: Loves full sun but tolerates partial shade.
🌱 Soil: Prefers well-draining, fertile soil.
💦 Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

While often grown in pots or borders in the UK, varieties like Hibiscus can thrive outdoors, blooming late into the Summer. Place hibiscus near patios or garden paths to fully appreciate their stunning blossoms and occasional visit from pollinators like bees and butterflies.

02/08/2025

F is for Fothergilla major – A Firework of Seasonal Beauty! 🎆🍁

Fothergilla Major, also known as Mountain Witch Alder, is a slow growing deciduous shrub celebrated for its fragrant, bottlebrush-like flowers and dazzling Autumn foliage. In early Summer, creamy-white blooms burst forth, filling the air with a sweet, honey-like scent. Come Autumn, its leaves transition into a fiery display of orange, red, and yellow, making it a year-round delight in any garden.

Care Tips:
🌞 Light: Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
🌱 Soil: Prefers moist, acidic, and well-drained soil.
💦 Watering: Keep consistently moist during dry spells.

Perfect for woodland gardens, mixed borders, or as a focal point, Fothergilla Major is low-maintenance yet high-impact. Its compact size makes it an excellent choice for smaller gardens, where its seasonal beauty can truly shine.

01/08/2025

E is for Erigeron 'Sea Breeze' – Coastal Charm in Bloom! 🌸🌊

Erigeron 'Sea Breeze' is a delightful addition to any garden, with its daisy-like flowers in soft lavender-pink tones and sunny yellow centers. This perennial thrives in rockeries, coastal gardens, and sunny borders, bringing a vibrant splash of colour from Summer. Its low-growing, mounding habit makes it perfect for filling gaps and softening edges.

Care Tips:
🌞 Loves full sun but tolerates light shade.
🌱 Thrives in well-drained soil, even in dry, sandy conditions.
✂️ Deadhead regularly to encourage prolonged blooming.

Ideal for adding a natural, meadow-like touch, Erigeron 'Sea Breeze' attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies, enhancing the biodiversity of your outdoor space.

31/07/2025

D is for Dierama, the Angel’s Fishing Rod! 🌸🎣

Dierama, often called the Angel’s Fishing Rod, is a graceful perennial that adds a touch of whimsy to gardens. With its delicate, arching stems and bell-shaped flowers in shades of pink, mauve, or white, this plant creates a magical display as it sways gently in the breeze during summer. Perfect for cottage gardens or beside ponds, its elegance captures the imagination.

Care Tips:
🌞 Loves full sun for best flowering.
🌱 Thrives in well-drained soil, ideally with some moisture-retentive qualities.
⚠️ It may take a few years to bloom after planting, but patience is rewarded with breathtaking beauty!

Dierama is an ideal choice for gardeners who appreciate movement and soft textures. Pair it with ornamental grasses or water-side planting for a tranquil, ethereal look.

30/07/2025

C is for Campsis x tagliabuana ‘Madame Galen’! 🌺✨

Campsis x tagliabuana 'Madame Galen', also known as Trumpet Vine, is a climber with a dramatic flair. Boasting vibrant, trumpet-shaped orange-red flowers from mid Summer into early Autumn, this vigorous vine brings a tropical touch to walls, fences, and trellises. Its lush green foliage serves as the perfect backdrop for its fiery blossoms, attracting bees and butterflies while creating a stunning visual display.

Care Tips:
🌞 Prefers full sun to thrive and bloom profusely.
🌱 Enjoys well-drained, fertile soil.
⚠️ Prune annually to maintain size and encourage flowering.

‘Madame Galen’ is perfect for covering unsightly walls or adding a statement to pergolas and arches. With its bold colors and ability to transform spaces, it’s an eye-catching asset for any garden.

29/07/2025

A is for Acorus 'Ogon'! 🌾✨

Acorus 'Ogon', commonly known as Golden Variegated Sweet Flag, is a standout perennial that shines with its bright green and golden-yellow, grass-like foliage. Its arching leaves bring texture and light to borders, water features, and even containers. This semi-evergreen beauty works brilliantly as a ground cover or edging plant, especially in areas with moist or boggy soil.

Care Tips:
☀️ Thrives in full sun
🌱 Prefers consistently moist, well-drained soil
💧 Ideal for water gardens or planting near ponds

Acorus 'Ogon' not only adds charm but also brings year-round interest to your garden, making it a versatile and valuable addition to your plant collection.

28/07/2025

S is for Sasa veitchii! 🌿🌿

Sasa Veitchii, also known as Veitch's Bamboo, is a compact, evergreen bamboo that adds a touch of elegance and a tropical feel to any garden. With its striking variegated leaves—green with white or yellow stripes—it creates a bold contrast in shaded or partially shaded areas. This bamboo is an excellent ground cover and thrives in containers, borders, or as a hedge, making it a versatile addition to your garden design.

Care Tips:
☀️ Thrives in partial to full shade
🌱 Prefers moist, well-drained soil
💧 Water regularly during dry periods to keep the soil moist

Sasa Veitchii is a fantastic choice for gardeners looking for an attractive, low-maintenance plant that brings year-round greenery and vibrant foliage to shaded spaces.

27/07/2025

R is for Rodgersia 'Bronze Peacock'! 🍃✨

Rodgersia 'Bronze Peacock' is a stunning, clump forming perennial that brings bold texture and striking colour to shaded garden spots. Known for its large, bronze-tinted, fan-shaped leaves, it creates an eye-catching display throughout the growing season. In Summer, it produces tall, plume-like flowers in shades of pink, adding a soft contrast to its dramatic foliage. Perfect for woodland gardens or shaded borders, this plant is a showstopper when paired with other shade-loving plants.

Care Tips:
🌳 Prefers moist, well-drained soil
🌞 Thrives in partial to full shade
💧 Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells

Rodgersia 'Bronze Peacock' is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance, striking focal point in shaded areas, offering both texture and beauty all year long.

26/07/2025

P is for Philadelphus! 🌸🌿

Philadelphus, commonly known as Mock Orange, is a fragrant, deciduous shrub that brings a fresh, citrus-like aroma to your garden. With its stunning white or creamy flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer, it’s the perfect plant to brighten up hedges, borders, and even containers. Known for its clean, glossy foliage and easy care, Philadelphus adds charm and elegance to both traditional and modern gardens alike.

Care Tips:
☀️ Prefers full sun for the best flowering
🌱 Thrives in well-drained, moderately fertile soil
💧 Water during dry spells, but avoid waterlogging

Philadelphus is ideal for anyone looking to add fragrant blooms and easy maintenance to their garden. It’s an excellent choice for attracting pollinators, too!