Companion Planting
What is Companion Planting? Companion planting involves planting two or more plants together to form an association from which all or plants benefit as they provide each other with physical support. Companion planting can create an efficient use of space, reduce disease and prevent pests. Making use of Space in your Garden: You can make the … Continue reading “Companion Planting”
Peat Free Gardening
Why chose Peat Free Gardening? Peat free composts are now readily available and more sustainable than those containing peat. By going peat free you are helping to conserve precious peat bog habitats and help tackle climate change. Therefore peat free gardening is great for the environment! Benefits of Peat Free Gardening: Preserving peatlands is vital … Continue reading “Peat Free Gardening”
Propagating: Easy to Propagate Plants
What is Propagating? Propagating is where a specimen of a plant is bred via the natural processes from the parent plant. It is often used by keen gardeners as a cost effective way to planting up their garden. Propagating is a great way to obtain new plants as it is a rewarding and fascinating process. … Continue reading “Propagating: Easy to Propagate Plants”
Professional Gardener in Wistaston
Gardener in Wistaston Are you looking for a professional gardener in Wistaston, Crewe? Look no further. Blue Iris Landscapes are the company for you. As your professional local gardener, we can carry out garden maintenance around Crewe on a weekly or fortnightly basis throughout the year. Our maintenance jobs can range from £600.00 per week … Continue reading “Professional Gardener in Wistaston”
Creating a Harmonious Connection Between your House and Garden
Creating a Harmonious Connection Between your House and Garden: The key to creating a harmonious connection between your house and garden is through thoughtful landscape design. Blue Iris Landscapes have over 25 years of landscaping and horticultural experience. Enabling us to offer the best advice when gardening and landscaping with your home in mind. Many of … Continue reading “Creating a Harmonious Connection Between your House and Garden”
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?”
Gardener in Hilderstone
Gardener in Hilderstone During the Summer months, the work in our gardens increases! It is also during these months that we just want to relax in our garden and enjoy the warmer weather. Therefore, if you are looking for a gardener in Hilderstone, Blue Iris Landscapes can help you. We offer a range of services … Continue reading “Gardener in Hilderstone”
Our Guide to Green Gardening
Our Guide to Green Gardening Discover our eco-friendly garden waste management tips for green gardening. These will help you create a beautiful and vibrant outdoor space while minimising your environmental impact: Composting: Rather than putting your garden waste into your green bin you could turn it into nutrient-rich compost. Leaves, grass cuttings and branches can … Continue reading “Our Guide to Green Gardening”
Self-Seeding Plants
Self-Seeding Plants: Self-seeding plants can be both a blessing and a curse, depending on how you manage them. The benefits are that they can make a beautiful garden feel effortless, requiring less resources and filling in gaps while adding diversity to your garden. They also benefit wildlife, being a rich food source to pollinating insects … Continue reading “Self-Seeding Plants”
Gardening and Landscaping Tips for Luxury Homes
Gardening and Landscaping Tips for Luxury Homes The key to creating outdoor retreats for luxury homes is through thoughtful landscape design. Whether you have a historic stately home, a luxurious villa, an elegant country house, or a beautiful property overlooking the sea, we can help. Blue Iris Landscapes have over 25 years of landscaping and … Continue reading “Gardening and Landscaping Tips for Luxury Homes”