Slippery Paving Stones.
Both natural and concrete paving stones can become slippery if they are in the shade or under trees that loss there leaves in the winter.This is firstly because the sap from the tree leaves...
Both natural and concrete paving stones can become slippery if they are in the shade or under trees that loss there leaves in the winter.This is firstly because the sap from the tree leaves...
Tree ferns are beautiful and unique plants, but they can be susceptible to damage in certain conditions. Here are some steps you can take to deal with damage to tree ferns: Assess the damage:...
The small piles for soil created by moles called mole hills are worth saving to create your own potting compost.Moles only tend to work in a well structured loan soil and the action of...
If you have last seasons plants potted or in pots cut them down to about 175mm.Next stand them on a window sill or in a heated glasshouse.After about two weeks they should start to...
Jonquilla narcissi they are best planted in September to October. Ideally they need a clay loam this is because they grow so quickly they need a good moisture supply in the soil.However if you...
Cotoneaster Rothschild is a popular shrub known for its attractive glossy green leaves and bright red berries. However, if it’s grown in a pot and exposed to harsh winter conditions, it may suffer from...
How to deal with Yuccas with winter damage Yuccas, known for their hardiness, are generally resilient to cold temperatures. However, they are vulnerable to certain types of winter damage, particularly in regions with severe...
Raspberry canes planting distances – We normally plant them about 75 cm apart. When planting its important to dig in some organic matter such as garden compost and also to give them a mulch...
Over Half the soil type people try to grow vegetables on in the UK is clay or a clay loam.Whilst its a good soil if managed correctly it can be cooled in the spring...
Growing vegetables next to bulbs you should be fine,bulbs in most cases cannot be eaten except in the case of such plants as garlic but as a general rule they are not poisonous and...