Olga Garden Journey

19/08/2026

19/08/2026

Echinacea ‘Sweet Sandia’
Late summer star ☀️. Green and pink perennial that blooms in late summer.
Pros
✔ Handles summer heat.
✔ Comes back every year.
✔ Great for pollinators.

Cons
✘ Dislikes wet soil.

Care
☀️ Full sun.
🌱 Well drained soil.
💧 Water when dry.
Will you grow this Echinacea?

18/08/2026

Heavy pots? Not anymore! 🪴
This little stand on wheels changed everything.
No lifting, just push and move.
Simple and so useful in the garden. Your back will thank you.
What garden tool makes your life easier? 🌿

17/08/2026

Echinacea ‘Delicious Candy’ is a compact perennial with bright pink double flowers. It loves sun and handles hot, dry summer weather ☀️☀️ well once established.

Pros
✔ Handles heat very well.
✔ Flowers for months.
✔ Comes back every year.
✔ Loved by bees and butterflies.

Cons
✘ Does not like wet soil.
✘ Needs sun for best flowering.
✘ Can be slow to grow in spring.

Care
☀️ Full sun.
🌱 Well drained soil.
📏 Around 40 to 60 cm tall.
💧 Water when soil is dry.
✂️ Deadhead for more flowers.

Di you want to grow this beauty in your garden? I have two verities in my garden.

13/08/2026

Alstroemeria
Alstroemeria is a colourful perennial with beautiful lily like flowers. It flowers for months and is great for borders, pots and cutting.

Pros
✔ Flowers for months.
✔ Excellent cut flower.

Cons
✘ Can be damaged by frost.
✘ Needs watering in dry weather.
✘ May need winter protection.

Care
☀️ Sun or light shade.
🌱 Rich, well drained soil.
📏 Around 60 to 90 cm tall.
💧 Water during dry weather.
✂️ Remove old flower stems for more blooms.