Category: PLANTS
A History of Mimulus in the UK: From Wild Origins to Garden Delight
By The Wandering Plantsman As summer borders come to life with vivid colour and texture, few bedding plants carry the cheerful eccentricity of Mimulus, or monkey flower. With its wide-mouthed blooms and love of moist soil, this half-hardy annual has charmed British gardeners for over two centuries. Its path from…
Grounds for Growth: How to Use Coffee Grounds in the Garden
By The Wandering Plantsman For many gardeners, coffee is the fuel that powers early mornings in the potting shed and long afternoons in the greenhouse. But beyond the cup, those spent coffee grounds can be a valuable ally in the garden—offering a sustainable, nutrient-rich amendment for soil health, composting, and…
Weekly Update
A lot going on at the moment , gardening is overflowing lol. Lots of work to do . SEASON 2 of the podcast will begin this week. Topics NHS pharmaceuticals and how to reduce that big budget and of course a massive update on the state of affairs with Trump….lots…
🌿 The Olive: A Tiny Fruit with a Colossal History
When you bite into a briny olive or drizzle golden olive oil over your salad, you’re tasting a piece of ancient history. The humble olive has been cultivated for over 6,000 years, making it one of the oldest—and most culturally significant—plants in the world. Its story is steeped in mythology,…
🌿 Why We Need Latin Plant Names (Even If They Sound a Bit Extra)
Hey plant lovers! 🌱 Let’s have a little heart-to-heart about something that’s super important in the plant world but often gets side-eyed for sounding way too serious: Latin names. Now, I know what you’re thinking—“Why do I need to remember something like Monstera deliciosa when I can just say Swiss…