How To Grow

Cloud Grass, a species of bentgrass, forms a diaphanous hazy mist in late summer when its delicate, tiny flowers spread out in all directions. It is useful to know some tips on how to grow cloud grass. General Annual Latin Agrostis nebulosa Family: Poaceae Difficulty Easy Exposure: Full sun to partial shade Zone: 3-9 Timing Start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before planting out. Or direct sow in early spring, when soil is cool and a light frost is still possible. It can also be planted in late autumn. Starting Just cover the small seeds. At a temperature of 10-12°C (50-55°F)...

Known as Sea Holly as it thrives in the sandy, well drained soil near seashores. The seeds of Eryingium can be tricky to germinate, but if you follow our How to Grow Eryngium instructions, you should have good success. General Good drainage is fundamental to growing this plant. Latin Eryngium planum Family: Apiaceae Difficulty Somewhat challenging Exposure: Full sun Zone: 5 – 9 Timing Germination can be slow, and the seeds benefit from vernalization. Sow premoistened flats and seal them in plastic bags. Refrigerate for two to three weeks. Then move the flats outdoors to a shady location after all...

This would-be gum tree is usually grown as an annual. It’s peculiar round leaves are the perfect grey-blue colour to add contrast to cut flower bouquets. With enough protection from winter extremes, it will grow to 7m (22′) tall. Here are some tips on how to grow Eucalyptus from seeds: Latin Eucalyptus cinerea Family: Myrtaceae Difficulty Easy Season & Zone Exposure: Full sun Zone: 8-10 Timing Sow indoors 10-12 weeks before the last frost date. That’s January-ish on the coast. Germination should occur in 14-21 days. Starting Lightly cover the seeds and keep moist and warm until germination. At 10-13cm...

The roots of this shrub have been harvested for centuries as a medicine and flavouring for sweets. Liquorice is easy to grow and manage once it is established, but it should probably be left to grow for three years before the first harvest. Find out more about how to grow liquorice from seed in the guide that follows. Latin Glycyrrhiza glabra Family: Fabaceae Difficulty Easy Season & Zone Season: Warm season Exposure: Full sun Zone: 7 – 10 Timing Start seeds indoors March to May. Transplant out after any threat of frost has passed. Ideal temperature for germination: 20°C (68°F)....

This fast-growing member of the marigold family can be started indoors or by direct sowing in the garden. Learn more about how to grow Mexican tarragon in the useful guidelines below. Latin Tagetes lucida Family: Asteraceae Difficulty Easy Season & Zone Season: Warm season Exposure: Full sun Zone: 8-10. Timing Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost (late February on the coast), or direct sow 2 weeks before last frost (mid-March on the coast). If starting indoors, just cover the seeds with vermiculite and provide a soil temperature of 21-25°C (70-75°F). Seeds should sprout in 4-14 days at that temperature....