Category: Gardening How To

Gardening How To

Feed your camellias now

Why You Should Be Feeding Your Camellia Now to Create Larger, More Colorful Flowers Camellias are beloved for their striking, colorful blooms, but achieving the best results requires the right care at the right time. Feeding your camellia now can make all the difference in...

GardenAdvice shortlisted for Bee award

GardenAdvice Shortlisted for the 2024 Bee Bold Awards! We are thrilled to announce that GardenAdvice has been shortlisted for the prestigious 2024 Bee Bold Awards, recognizing our commitment to creating pollinator-friendly spaces in Bath, Bristol, and the surrounding areas! This honour highlights our ongoing efforts...

A Simple Guide to house plant care

Caring for houseplants may seem straightforward, but achieving the right balance to keep them thriving can require attention to detail. One of the essential aspects of houseplant care is ensuring they have the right environment, starting with the type of container and soil or compost...

The Extensive World of Plants

Member with a rose from the GardenAdvice Root, Shoots and share rooted cutting Affordable Solutions for Garden plants When it comes to gardening, the vast array of plants available can make the process both exciting and overwhelming. While investing in a garden can be a...

The Versatile Soapwort

Nature’s Cleaning Herb Saponaria officinalis, commonly known as Soapwort or Bouncing Bet, is a hidden gem in the plant world. Known for its clusters of delicate pink to pale purple flowers, this perennial herb is as beautiful as it is useful. Typically found in gardens...

Collecting and Preparing Acer Seeds for Spring Sowing

As autumn sets in, it’s the perfect time to collect seeds from trees such  as Acer palmatum. These trees, known for their stunning autumn foliage, also produce seeds that can be harvested and stored for future growth. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you gather...

Roots, Shoots, and Share benefits

The pictures show a climbing rose grown with the GardenAdvice Roots, shoots and share scheme from a cutting being planted in its new position Discover the Unexpected Benefits of Our Root, Shoot, and Share Programme At GardenAdvice.co.uk, we are always looking for new ways to...

Replacing a Conifer Hedge

Established yew hedge Replacing an Old Conifer Hedge: A Practical Guide When it comes to replacing an old conifer hedge, there are a few key considerations to keep in mind. Whether you’re looking to refresh your garden’s look or need to replace a hedge that’s...

Autumn Planting Tips

Verbena bonariensis Extend the Interest in Your Borders in the late autumn As the autumn approaches and many of your garden shrubs and plants start to die back, the once-vibrant flowers may begin to fade. However, this doesn’t mean your garden has to lose its...

Late Bloomers For The Garden

Why Some Plants Are Flowering Beyond Summer As the warm season lingers longer than expected, many gardeners are noticing an unusual but welcome phenomenon: plants that typically bloom in July and August are continuing to flower well into September and even early October. This extended...