Increasing yellow flowers in your garden borders in August and September
Here are some plant suggestions for a yellow border in August and September:
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How to get your hebe plants to recover from winter frost damage
Hebe plants, including varieties like Hebe Midsummer Beauty and Hebe Pagei, can be vulnerable to severe winter frosts, often struggling to recover if damaged. In the harsh winter of 2023, over 80% of GardenAdvice...
Winter damage to palm plants in the UK
Winter damage to palm plants in the UK can be caused by several factors, including low temperatures, strong winds, heavy snow and ice, and frost damage. The extent of the damage depends on the...
How does boron affect plant growth
Boron is an essential micronutrient that is necessary for the growth and development of plants. It is required in small amounts and is involved in various physiological and metabolic processes of plants. Boron affects...
Which plants can be used to create a windbreak in an exposed garden
A windbreak is a barrier that is used to reduce the wind’s speed and direction in an exposed garden. The plants used to create a windbreak can be either evergreen or deciduous, depending on...
How to care for Christmas cactus
Christmas cactus, also known as Schlumbergera, is a tropical plant that is native to the rainforests of Brazil. These plants are known for their beautiful, showy blooms that come in a variety of colors,...
How to create a perennial flower border with late summer colour in the UK
To create a perennial flower border with late summer colour in the UK, you can consider including the following plants: To create your border, you can start by preparing the soil by enriching it...
How to overwinter banana plants in the UK
Banana plants, with their lush, tropical aura, can be a stunning addition to any UK garden. However, their tropical nature makes them vulnerable to the UK’s cold winters. To ensure their survival through the...
How to improve a chalky soil
Lowering the soil pH in a alkaline soil to suit more plants As simple as it sounds adding acid will lower the soil pH in an alkaline or chalky soil The acid can come...
Black Spot On Roses.
How can I stop the black spot on my roses? Black spot is a fungal disease, and the best way to stop it, or cut back on the effects it has on flowering is...
