Embrace the Darkside: Beautiful Plants for Shady Spaces
Gardening in the shade offers a unique and rewarding experience for those willing to embrace its challenges. While shaded and low-light areas may initially seem limiting, there is a world of possibilities to create a lush, tranquil retreat. Shade gardens can be incredibly beautiful, showcasing a variety of plants with rich foliage, delicate flowers, and intriguing textures. The cooler, sheltered
Sensational Ornamental Grasses for Your Garden!
Decorative grasses are an excellent addition to the garden, offering a versatile and low-maintenance way to add texture, movement, and beauty. Whether you're aiming for a contemporary landscape design or a more naturalistic look, there is a decorative ornamental grass to suit every type of garden. Fountain Grass - Pennisetum Known for its graceful arching foliage and feathery plumes, fountain grass adds
How to Cultivate the Perfect Mother’s Day: Gardening Gifts Edition!
Mother’s Day is just around the corner and it’s time to celebrate the women in our lives who have nurtured and cared for us. At Florissa, we have put together a guide of excellent gifts and fun ideas to honour the moms who love to garden, have a green thumb or an appreciation for plants! If you’re stuck for an
Top 7 – Plant for a Bounty of Berries and Tasty Veggies!
As the vibrant colours of spring begin to emerge and the days grow longer, there's no better time to roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty in the garden. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting. The prospect of growing your own fruits and vegetables is not only practical but also incredibly fulfilling. With the promise of
All About Iris: Everything You Wanted to Know, and More!
From the majestic Iris germanica to the delicate Iris ensata, the diversity of irises never fails to inspire awe and admiration. Whether gracing a garden border, pondside, or floral bouquet, irises captivate us with their beauty and grace. Known for their striking blooms and elegant structure, irises are cherished by gardeners, flower enthusiasts, and florists. For those who share their
How to Design the Perfect Garden Patio
Have you moved into a new space with a balcony and have no idea what to do with it? I found myself in just this situation this spring and it was time to do something about it. That is why I took the time out to create the perfect garden balcony. Filling my balcony plants, herbs, and décor that made
How to Maximize Small Garden Spaces
Gardens come in all shapes and sizes, from small to large and everything in between. Not all gardeners are blessed with the luxury of an ample plot of land to plant whatever their heart desires. For some, planting wide, spreading, and tall varieties is not in the cards. Thankfully, whatever the size of the garden, there are gorgeous bulbs, perennials
How to Use Large Containers in Your Garden
Large garden planters make for eye-catching displays. There are many sizes, designs, and materials of containers. Big containers or barrels can be utilized in many ways to add variety, structure, form, and interest to the garden. The large size creates fantastic focal pieces, gives you more room to plant, and more choices of plants since you are not as restricted
Gardening in Small Spaces: Growing Roses in Containers
Do you want to add a touch of elegance to your small outdoor space? Or maybe you just don't have the room in your garden for a rose bush. No problem! You can grow roses in containers, and they will look beautiful. In this blog post, we will discuss how to plant roses in containers and choose the right container
Creating Outdoor Planters with Forced Bulbs
The first signs of spring are upon us, and we hope you're just as excited as we are to get out into the garden! After a long winter you may not want to wait until spring to add some colour to your outdoor spaces. No problem! You can use forced bulbs and other early blooming annuals to add colour and