The Best Plant Identification Apps for UK Gardeners
The Best Plant Identification Apps for UK Gardeners: What You Need to Know With the constant evolution of modern technology and smartphones, plant identification has never been more accessible. By using two simple forms of technology; a smartphone camera and the right app, gardeners can investigate and identify an unfamiliar plant in a matter of … Continue reading “The Best Plant Identification Apps for UK Gardeners”
Butterflies in UK Gardens: Common Species to Spot and How to Support Them
Why Butterflies Are Important in UK Gardens Seeing the gentle flutter of a butterfly on a warm, sunny day can make you feel calm and tranquil as you sit in the gentle breeze of your garden. Beyond their colourful appearance, butterflies in UK gardens play a valuable role in supporting healthy ecosystems and are often … Continue reading “Butterflies in UK Gardens: Common Species to Spot and How to Support Them”
Flower Diary: Peonies – History, Care and Growing Tips for UK Gardens
Flower Diary: Peonies – History, Care and Growing Tips for UK Gardens What Are Peonies? One of the many flowers that are currently in bloom during June are peonies. Peonies are a type of perennial flowering plant which is known for its beautiful blooms and rich fragrance. They belong to the Paeonia genus, which … Continue reading “Flower Diary: Peonies – History, Care and Growing Tips for UK Gardens”
Enhance Your Kerb Appeal with Our Pre-Sale Garden Maintenance
Enhance Your Kerb Appeal with Our Pre-Sale Garden Maintenance When selling a home, people often focus on the inside — staging furniture, repainting walls, and deep-cleaning carpets. But what many sellers overlook is one of the most powerful tools in attracting buyers and securing top offers: the garden. According to estate agent Foxtons, over 70% … Continue reading “Enhance Your Kerb Appeal with Our Pre-Sale Garden Maintenance”
Best Trees for Spring Blossom
Best Trees for Spring Blossom Blue Iris Landscapes presents five exceptional tree recommendations, each carefully selected to deliver a breath taking seasonal display in gardens of all sizes. By incorporating one of these outstanding spring-blossoming trees into your landscape design, you can enhance your outdoor space with vibrant bursts of colour, creating a striking and … Continue reading “Best Trees for Spring Blossom”
Gardening Can Help Our Children Grow
How Can Gardening Can Help Our Children Grow? Children love to get involved, so why not let them dig in the dirt and watch things grow! Gardening offers so much to all of us – physically, intellectually, and emotionally. By introducing our children to the benefits of gardening from an early age will help them … Continue reading “Gardening Can Help Our Children Grow”
What is Xeriscape Landscaping?
What is Xeriscape Landscaping? Xeriscape landscaping, or “xeriscaping” is landscaping that has been designed specifically for areas that are conserving water or are susceptible to droughts. The name is derived from the Greek word xeros, meaning “dry,” therefore the term means literally “dry landscape.” A Xeriscape landscape needs minimal amounts of water to thrive, making … Continue reading “What is Xeriscape Landscaping?”
Top 10 Flowering Shrubs for Summer
During the summer you are spoilt for choice for shrubs that look amazing when in full flower. Therefore, we’ve put together a list of our favourite flowering shrubs for summer. Here are our top 10 recommended shrubs for May to September. Top 10 Flowering Shrubs for Summer: 1. Philadelphus: This flowers in June and can … Continue reading “Top 10 Flowering Shrubs for Summer”
Excavating Around Trees
How Do Our Arboriculturists Excavate Around Trees? If you have trees in your garden, the process of landscaping is likely to involve the excavation of the earth surrounding the trees. At Blue Iris Landscapes, we know the importance of being mindful of our approach when excavating around trees, as this has the potential to cause significant … Continue reading “Excavating Around Trees”
Landscape Design in Derbyshire
Landscape Design in Derbyshire Are you having trouble visualising the garden design, planting or landscaping options for your garden? Or, do you in fact have a clear vision for your garden and want to see how it will look before works begin? We tailor our Landscape Design in Derbyshire service to suit your personal preferences … Continue reading “Landscape Design in Derbyshire”