Cooking with Wild garlic
Exploring the Culinary Wonders of Wild Garlic: A Potentially Problematic Delight Wild garlic, also known as ramsons or Allium ursinum, is a culinary gem often found flourishing in woodland areas across Europe and parts...
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Create late winter colour
Bringing Early Season Colour to Your Garden: Iris Reticulata and Cyclamen Hederifolium As the chill of winter continues into late February, many gardeners may find themselves longing for vibrant hues amidst the gloomy weather....
Seeds for Bees 2024
The “Seeds For Bees” initiative by GardenAdvice for 2024 aims to support bee populations by distributing 1000 packs of seeds to create food and shelter for bees. Participants are encouraged to sow five packets...
Starting dahlias from tubers in January and February
Starting dahlias from tubers in January and February is a great way to get a head start on the growing season, especially in climates where winters are long and cold. Here are some steps...
Planting Snowdrops “In the Green” for Garden Success
Maximising Snowdrop Multiplication: Utilising the “in the green” planting method is highly effective for snowdrops, particularly when aiming to increase their numbers. Follow these updated guidelines to effectively plant and cultivate winter snowdrops in...
Hardy plants and the role of mycorrhizal fungi
How Hardy Plants, Shrubs, and Trees Tackle Extreme Temperatures: The Role of Mycorrhizal Fungi in Plant Resilience British gardens are often subject to unpredictable weather conditions, with extremes of both cold and hot temperatures....
Sustaining our Bees: Planting Year-Round Nourishment in the UK Garden
Buzzing in the verdant sanctuaries we call gardens, bees play a crucial role in our ecosystems. Acting as vital pollinators, bees not only support the growth of trees, flowers, and other plants but are...
Quick Guide to choosing a species for a pot grown Christmas tree
There are various types of pot-grown trees used for Christmas decorations, each with their own pros and cons: After Christmas care for pot-grown trees involves: Proper care after Christmas is crucial to help the...
Popular Christmas Plants for 2023
Unveiling the Charm of Popular Christmas Pot Plants: Christmas Rose, Poinsettia and Christmas cactus As the festive season unfurls its magic, homes and streets transform into enchanting landscapes adorned with vibrant foliage and blossoms....
Assessing Plant Vitality
The Art of Scratching and Reading Nature’s Clues Plants are incredible organisms that adapt and respond to their environment in various ways. When faced with adverse conditions or stress, many plants have evolved survival...
