Plant Talk

As the chief horticulturalist at Green Souq, I am often asked by Dubai villa owners and balcony gardeners when the best time of year is to plant, prune, and refresh their green spaces. My answer is always immediate: **Winter in...

There is an undeniably timeless, poetic charm to the Mediterranean olive tree (Olea europaea). With its iconic silvery-green foliage, sculpted gnarled trunk, and rich history symbolising peace and longevity, the olive tree has swiftly become the ultimate centerpiece in modern...

As the summer sun reaches its peak across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and the northern Emirates, temperatures routinely soar past 45°C (113°F). For plant enthusiasts living in apartments and villas, maintaining a lush, green terrace or balcony can feel like...