Author: GardenAdvice

Winter Lawn Renovation.

Question I would like to scarify, top dress and recondition, re seed etc. Is it okay to do this during winter or will this damage the lawn more?. Answer It is a good time...

Creating A Green Lawn In A Hot Climate

  Question How can I create a soft green lawn in a hot climate? Answer  Creating a lawn for seed and turf, the preparation should be the same to achieve the best results. You...

Amaryllis Flowers And Bulbs.

  QuestionMy Amarillys has flowered. What do I do with it now?Answer Congratulations on successfully growing Amarillys and getting them to bloom! Here’s what you can do with them now: Deadhead the flowers: Once...

Winter Care For Geraniums.

Question I live in Northern France.I have a number of geraniums against the walls of our house planted in holes in the paved surround.Is it worth trying to keep them over winter and,if so,how...

Indoor Dracaena Plant Care Notes.

Question How can I care for my new Dracaena Plant? Answer Dracaenas can tolerate most light conditions, except direct hot sun light and positions. Watering – In the indoor environment watering should be carried...

Pulsatilla Vulgaris Seeds.

Question I have some pulsatilla vulgaris producing some seed. How can I get this seed to grow? AnswerWith regard to your question on your pulsatilla vulgaris seeds,I would wait until the seed heads are...

Hot Beds And Marrow Clamps.

Question What is a hot bed and how do I set one up? Answer Hot beds were very popular in Victorian times.Once set up, they can be used to grow salad crops in winter,get...

Overgrown Holly Hedge/Bush.

Question Can I prune my seriously overgrown (outwards and upwards) holly hedge? Answer Holly is one of those handy shrubs that can be pruned to bare stems, and it will produce new shoots from...