Native bluebells
There are two species of bluebell found in the United Kingdom. Native or British bluebell and non-native Spanish bluebell. Cross-breeding between the two species means you may spot flowers which combine traits from both....
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Mulching your garden borders
One of the keys to creating a low maintenance gardening is to use mulches to suppress the weeds and reduce the need for weeding. In areas that are predominantly trees and shrubs you can...
When To Prune A Passion Flower.
How and when to prune a Passion flower Pruning a passion flower can help promote healthy growth and flowering, control its size and shape, and prevent diseases and pests. Here are some general steps...
Bay Tree Damaged By Frost
Question How do I get a bay tree to recover from being damaged by frost over the winter months. Answer The damaged leaves will not recover and are best removed by hand. Once they...
Renovating an old allotment and removing difficult weeds
Renovating an old allotment and removing difficult weeds can be a challenging task, but with the right approach, it can be done effectively. Here are some steps you can follow to renovate an old...
Renovating a lawn containing builders rubble
Question How do I solve the problem of my lawn being full of builders rubble Answer If you buy a new house with a lawn full of builders’ rubble then your best bet is...
Ceanothus Damaged By Frost
How to help a ceanothus damaged by frost Ceanothus, also known as California lilac, is a flowering shrub that is native to the western United States and is often used in landscaping in areas...
Plants Damaged By Frost
If plants have been damaged by frost, there are a few steps you can take to help them recover: It’s also important to note that some plants are more frost-tolerant than others. If you...
Mimosa Damaged By Frost.
Growing Minosa in the UK is possible, it is possible to grow Mimosa (also known as Mimosa pudica or sensitive plant) in the UK in containers or pots so that it can be moved...
Winder Damage To Olive Plants.
Olive plants although quite hardy are often damaged by winter winds and frosts which burn the leaves.This can be avoided by placing a horticultural fleece over the olive plants on the coldest days and...
