5 days Ago By Toby Codd
The days are getting longer and the weather is warming up enough to start gardening . Now that we're finally into spring, experts have revealed some of the biggest gardening trends that we're set to see this year, including the prominence of one type of flower. The experts are advising people to have "more chaos and less organisation" in their approach to gardening this spring.
This means a likely increase in popularity of certain plants to create a "wild-like garden". Rebecca Sears, CMO and resident green thumb at Ferry-Morse, expects more wildflowers to appear in gardens this year. They are easy to grow and can transform outdoor spaces.
She said: "Following the popularity of chaos gardening in the past year, we’re seeing a greater interest from gardeners in planting seeds and being surprised by what grows, rather than meticulously planning your garden to yield specific results. "I anticipate an increase in wildflower gardening this season, as wildflowers are an easy, low-maintenance option for those looking to transform their backyards into a serene space." Wildflowers grow naturally in gardens and don't require much human intervention.
They are native to specific areas and thrive under natural conditions. They typically bloom in the spring or summer, offering gardens a wild-life friendly alternative to traditional plants. Due to their vibrant aesthetic, wildflowers help to create more releaxed and sustainable gardens.
Sarah Price, an award-winning garden designer, said: "Introducing wild species into your garden can bring a natural beauty. My favourite gardens have no borders. Instead, plants grow in swathes of meadow-like colour and texture.
" She added: "It’s only the pathways and the occasional seat, clipped hedge or mossy urn that reminds me I’m in a garden. "The hand of the gardener is invisible and wildflowers flourish, often growing intermingled with garden perennials. "A single wildflower can look fragile, but when grown en masse they exert a powerful presence.
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