Using dolomite as mulch

I would appreciate your comments on the idea of adding dolomite to the surface of the ground where I am thinking of planting a field of lavender. I want to reduce acidity in the soil, provide a reflective groundcover to raise summer temperatures around the lavender plants, improve drainage (south-facing slope) and deter weeds from growing. more...

Slender Toothwort

Well-mannered and keeping weeds at bay, this attractive groundcover is a delight in woodsy corners and under deciduous trees. more...

Spreading phlox

With its joyous splashes of colour and mat-forming habit, this B.C. mountain native is ideal for small-space rock. more...

A Drift of Thrift

A wonderful flowering turf for embankments, mat-forming Armeria maritima is hardy in both cold climates and summer heat. more...

Yard-slope solution

My yard slopes significantly and presents a gardening challenge! We removed the immense rhodos that obscured the view of the front door from the road but what now? We don't want to use retaining walls. Do you have any suggestions? more...

Partridgefoot

In spite of its alpine roots, this easy-to-grow native perennial makes a marvellous flowering groundcover for lowland gardens. more...

Armeria

There has been a great deal of discussion, recently – as well there might be! – about the water-wise garden. If you are thinking of putting in plants that thrive in a dry, hot climate, you could do no better than to go for a selection of armeria – or thrift, as it is commonly called. more...