Author: GardenAdvice

Thin Grass Under Trees.

Thin Grass Under Trees.

Question How can I get grass to grow under my trees? Answer In the spring you need to sow with a seed mixture suitable for shady areas. If you have a look around the...

Geranium Plants.

Geranium Plants.

Question What type of cuttings are best to propagate geraniums? Answer One of the easiest ways to propagate geraniums is with soft stem cuttings taken in the spring or the autumn.Simply cut a section...

Stop Your Bamboo Spreading.

Stop Your Bamboo Spreading.

Question How can I stop my Bamboo plant spreading? Answer Growth can also be contained with a physical barrier – either solid or fabric. Suitable solid materials include paving slabs,corrugated iron sheets and pre-cast...

Plants For Window Box In Shade.

Plants For Window Box In Shade.

Question Please could you suggest some plants for a window box in shade? Answer At this time of year(autumn)planting bulbs,such as dwarf tulips,is a good way to ensure colour in the spring in a...

Growing Pyracantha From Seed

Question I would like to know if it is possible to grow a red-berried Pyracantha from seed. Answer It should be possible by collecting seeds from a plant in the autumn and early winter....

Brown Tips On Cordyline Australis.

Brown Tips On Cordyline Australis.

Question I have brown tips on my Cordyline Australis how can I cure it? Answer Brown tips on your Cordyline Australis are more than likely to be caused by the weather through the winter,causing...

Caring For Indoor Azaleas.

Caring For Indoor Azaleas.

Question How do I care for an azalea tree? Can it survive outdoors after blooming. or are they only for indoor? Answer Azaleas enjoy bright light, but no direct sun.Keep the plant cool, ideal...

Conifer Hedge  – Brown Ends.

Conifer Hedge – Brown Ends.

Question Conifer Hedge:I have an 8′ high conifer hedge and need to remove 2 trees at the end, to provide better access to my property. When I remove the trees I will have a...