Author: GardenAdvice

Question How do I take Geranuim cuttings from the plants in my garden . Answer Geranium cutting the best way is to cut 10cm/ 4 inch lengths directly under a pair of leaves.Take these...

Often you will find the perfect site for a garden only to find that its a bit to exposed with regards to wind. The Solution is to reduce the wind speed by planting a...

Question Please could you suggest some plants for a rockery. Answer With regards to your question on plants for your rockery here are some of my favourites. Small, slow growing Arabis,Campanula,Dianthus,Erodium,Geranium, Erinus alpinus, Thymus...

Question How Can I hide my wheelie bin . Answer Building a purpose made bin storage area can be expensive and also in a small garden take up a lot of space.One solution is...

Question Please could you tell me when to prune soft fruits. Answer First cut out any dead, dieased and damaged wood. Raspberries summer fruiting varieties should be pruned after fruiting retaining 6-8 young unfruited...

With regards to your question on moving a Cordyline.  Moving a Cordyline in an ideal world before moving a big plant in the autumn before you should dig a trench around the plant and...

The best time to use lawn weedkiller is in May,when plants are growing at their fastest rate,particularly if you are using Verdone or a dry phosphate. All plants have a chemical growth clock which...

A grape vine usually takes a couple of years to establish. At this stage it will not produce much fruit it normally takes about 3 to 4 seasons to get going fully. To get...

Setting up a greenhouse for spring. Winter is a good time to set up your greenhouse for the coming spring.The most important job is to thoroughly clean the greenhouse using a horticultural disinfectant or...

Laurel hedges are a classic and attractive choice for homeowners looking to add some greenery to their yards. Proper feeding is essential for keeping laurel hedges healthy and lush. Feeding helps promote lush foliage...