Author: GardenAdvice

Gardening Course For New Gardeners.

Gardening day courses. If you are new to gardening it can all seem a little bit complicated at first, what with all the Latin names and the gardening terminology. GardenAdvice.co.uk have developed a specially...

Improving Your Garden Soil.

Question How can I improve my soil with the minimum amount of work? Answer Improving soil health is essential for successful gardening and plant growth. While there are various methods to enhance soil fertility,...

Hedging Plant For Exposed Position.

Question I am looking for suggestions for an evergreen hedge for a exposed position. Answer Griselina Littoralis or Griselinia Littoralis Variegata provide a good screen when planted as a hedging plant.They are happy in...

Growing Wisteria From Seed.

Question How can I grow wisteria from the seed pods on my present wisteria? Answer The Art of Cultivating Wisteria from Seeds: A Step-by-Step Guide Wisteria, known for its enchanting clusters of fragrant blossoms,...

Container Plant Compost.

Question Can you advise me on the best type of compost for shrubs in containers? Answer Using a mixture of 50 percent multi-purpose compost and 50 percent John Innes soil based compost is the...

Wildlife Gardening Course.

Question I am looking to develop my garden as a wildlife garden and wondered if you could give me some advice to get me started. AnswerThe garden advice team have created a one day...

Ants In My Compost Bin.

Question I have ants in my compost bin.How can I remove them and do they do any harm? . Answer Ants in your compost bin will not do any harm,but if you would like...

Jasmine Clotted Cream.

Question Please could you supply me with some information on Jasmine Clotted Cream? Answer It is a recent plant introduction,as far as we know,it seems to be fully hardy.It likes a sheltered, sunny,well-drained site...