exotic plants

Drought tolerant fruit trees for Czech gardens that handle heat and winter frosts

Warmer summers and longer dry spells are changing what can be grown in Czech gardens. With the right variety and a sunny, sheltered spot, olives, pomegranates and figs can cope with heat, drought and even winter cold.

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How to Grow Red Hot Pokers Successfully for Flowers All Summer and Into Autumn

Red hot pokers (Kniphofia) bring bold, torch-like flower spikes in warm shades from summer into early autumn. With full sun and free-draining soil, they’re long-lived, pollinator-friendly perennials that are surprisingly easy to keep going year after year.

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