Author: GardenAdvice

Question I have major problems with earthworms on my lawn.How can I control the numbers? Answer Earthworms are an important part of a healthy lawn ecosystem, as they help to aerate and fertilize the...

Question We have a stand of leylandii castlewelland about 7ft. high x 12 ft.Long which has been in our front garden for at least 15 years. Quite recently we have noticed a “browning” emanating...

Water lilies have leaves that are designed to sit on the surface of the water.As the level of the water changes, they move up and down by means of a telescopic system in the...

Question I have a wet area in my garden, what can I grow? Answer Most people see having a wet area in their garden as a problem,but it can be a great asset.It can...

Question After the autumn leaves have fallen from the trees and shrubs covering my borders, can I just dig then into the border? Answer Yes, I would dig them in to the soil.In our...

Question Can I use wood ash from my fire to feed my garden soil? Answer Yes, it is one of the oldest forms of feed for a soil.Wood ash contains high levels of potash...

Question Please could you suggest some house plants for my new bathroom? Answer You need plants that can deal with humidity so have a look at the following – aspidistra Boston ferns .For More...

Question Do you have any advice on carrot root fly? Answer Yes, here are some tips on how to prevent and manage carrot root fly: Rotate your crops: Carrot root fly larvae can remain...

Question I have had an indoor cyclamen for some years;I give it a rest in summer, bring it in & repot in autumn and it flowers well.The trouble is, the crown has become huge...

Question Last december,my husband used the wrong weed killer for our lawn,which ended up burning the grass.As a result we have got a few patches of green and 90% of the lawn burnt.Can you...