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The heavy rain in early August encouraged much growth, and with it increased leaf cover especially on trees with a canopy. Such growth is most welcome as it creates a shady area to rest and relax, but cometh the hurricane season and one needs to be a...

Privacy and protection are an important part of our daily lives, especially so when in a relaxing mode in the garden. Noise and visual impact are the main offenders during the summer months, whilst in winter we can add protection from winds and perha...

A bit later than normal but many of the (shade) trees have produced an abundance of flower and colour this last several weeks, especially the Poinciana both red and orange (Delonix regia), Lonchocarpus violaceus, Plumeria sp. (Frangipani) and Golden ...

How does your garden grow? This is a time of year when the garden should be in full bloom, especially after the rains last month, but unfortunately we do not always reap the bounty of a good harvest; as I drive around the Island I am amazed at the nu...

Spring should be just around the corner, so its time to think of the 'outside' and what needs to be done and in a hurry! Now is the time to take stock of your garden and make some bold decisions, as to any changes or additions to the general layout o...

February is not a good time to work in the garden, the weather is unpredictable, strong winds heavy rains and little growth do not encourage activity. Perhaps this is a good time to turn ones attention to a primary need in every garden, one that is u...

Gardens in Bermuda are usually viewed as areas of beauty with emphasis purely on plants. This may appear a myopic approach to our gardens, but it is the norm; how often do we see garden structures such as pergolas, arches and arbours to name but a fe...

I know it's that time of the year again, when all our efforts are put into the house and Christmas spirit (a bottle or otherwise), so it is unfair to talk about garden chores. To overcome the surfeit of Christmas Fare, may I suggest the following Gar...