Constructing Decking Over Manhole Covers.
Question Can you tell me the best way to construct decking over manhole covers? Answer We normally lay our decks on 100mm x 25mm sawn treated timber which is laid on pillars made from...
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Bottle Brush Plants For Your Garden.
Gardening advice Question How do we grow bottle brush plants in my garden in the UK. We have two bottle brush plants which last year had red flowers.We have them in pots but during...
Lilly Beetle – How Can I Control Lilly Beetle.
Question I have a bad attack of Lilly Beetles, how can I control them? Answer Lily beetles are best controlled by inspecting your plants regularly.Pick off and destroy any adults,eggs or grubs when seen....
Fatsia Japonica Wilting Leaves.
Question Why does my Fatsia Japonica wilting leaves in cold weather. The brighter young leaves are wilting and sometimes dying .Have you any ideas on what is wrong? Does it need frost protection?. Answer...
Mill Stone Water Feature.
Question I have a millstone water feature in my garden.The filter on the pump keeps getting blocked.I have tried cleaning it but the gets block again after a few days Answer Most millstone water...
Growing Begonias.
Begonias make excellent and rewarding house plants.They need warm, humid and well-lit conditions but not direct sunlight. Generally,Begonias grown indoors will require some shading during summer.In winter a minimum night temperature of 12deg c(54...
Papyrus Plants – Will They Survive In The West Wales Climate.
Question I have recently seen papyrus plants in the aquatic garden centre near us. Despite the owner’s claims,I am sceptical that it will survive in the West Wales climate.What is your opinion/advice? I am...
Cherie Blair, Wife To The UK Prime Minister, Has New Rose Named In Her Honour.
New rose named after Prime minsters wife Tomorrow Friday 16th June,Cherie Blair will be presented with a rose named in her honour at the BBC Gardeners World Live show. With its dark red,velvety blooms opening...
Indoor Orange Tree Care.
How can I look after my indoor lemon tree? Maintaining Your Indoor Lemon Tree: A Comprehensive Guide Indoor citrus trees, including lemon and orange varieties, make for captivating and elegant houseplants. Throughout the year,...
Swiss Cheese Plants Are Poisonous.
Question I have heard that Swiss cheese plants are poisonous, is this true? Answer Swiss Cheese plants are poisonous to cats and humans.If you have feline friends or small children this may not be...
