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Question How do I look after my poinsettia? Answer Caring for Your Poinsettia Plant For optimal health, poinsettias thrive in well-lit spaces shielded from drafts. If positioned on a window ledge, ensure they’re brought...
Question Which containers are the more frost proof, terracotta or treated wood? Answer Terracotta pots are always going to be more durable compared to treated wooden ones.When we first use terracotta pots, if they...
Question With regard to your question on your lawn and the yellowing of some of the blades/leaves of grass: Answer In the type of winter we have just had,it’s quite normal for the grass...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
