When To Grow Bougainvillea In A Small Garden
By Jonathan Yaakobi
Bougainvillea can be the icing on the cake for your garden. It is not suitable for every situation though, and should be considered carefully before being planted.

Garden Hedges – How To Choose The Right Plant
By Jonathan Yaakobi
Not all shrubs and bushes are suited to being grown as a trimmed hedge. This article establishes the criteria by which suitable species should be chosen.

Growing Vines In A Dry Climate Garden
By Jonathan Yaakobi
Climbing, vine-like plants are often an exciting element in the garden, but can be more trouble than their worth. This article shows you how to choose wisely.

What Type of Plant is Best To Grow On A Wire Fence
By Jonathan Yaakobi
My name is Jonathan Ya'akobi. I've been gardening in a professional capacity since 1984. I am the former head gardener of the Jerusalem Botanical Garden, but now concentrate on building gardens for private home owners. I also teach horticulture to students on training courses. I'd love to help you get the very best from your garden, so you're welcome to visit me on http://www.dryclimategardening.com

Carissa macrocarpa – An Excellent Shrub For An Arid Climate And Mild Winter Garden
By Jonathan Yaakobi
When choosing bushes for a dry climate and Mediterranean garden, give a thought to the Natal Plum,Carissa macropcarpa. It has to be one of the most useful and versatile shrubs available.

Planting Trees – Where To Place Landscape And Fruit Trees
By Jonathan Yaakobi
The full potential of a great lanscape or fruit tree may never be realized if it is planted in an incorrect location. Avoid making this needless but potentially costly mistake.

The Strawberry Tree And Other Great Slow Growing Plants
By Jonathan Yaakobi
We all want our garden plants to grow quickly, but having the patience to wait for slow growing plants goes along way.

Melaleuca – An Essential Plant For A Mediterranean And Dry Climate Garden
By Jonathan Yaakobi
My name is Jonathan Ya'akobi. I've been gardening in a professional capacity since 1984. I am the former head gardener of the Jerusalem Botanical Garden, but now concentrate on building gardens for private home owners. I also teach horticulture to students on training courses. I'd love to help you get the very best from your garden, so you're welcome to visit me on http://www.dryclimategardening.com

Junipers In Mediterranean Gardens – Design Issues to Consider
By Jonathan Yaakobi
Junipers if used correctly can form the basis of an extremely satisfying garden composition. For gardeners in dry and Mediterranean climates, they are especially relevant.

Rosemary – How To get The Best From This Classic Mediterranean Plant
By Jonathan Yaakobi
Rosemary might be a relatively easy plant to grow, but do you know how to care for the plant when it gets old?