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In the winter of 2023, many GardenAdvice members reported significant losses of their bottlebrush plants, known scientifically as Callistemon. These plants are typically resilient and can endure a variety of temperatures, but they proved...
Camellias are beautiful plants that produce large, colourful flowers in the winter and early spring. To grow camellias successfully, follow these tips: Plant camellias in well-drained, acidic soil with a pH between 5.0 and...
Pruning clematis montana rubens and species Clematis montana rubens is a deciduous climbing plant that produces masses of small, pink, scented flowers in late spring to early summer. It’s a vigorous and fast-growing plant,...
How to move a tree peony Tree peonies – they hate being moved and are known to sulk if they are. However, if you are desperate to move a tree peony they need...
Moving a privet hedge can be done, but it is a challenging task. The hedge should be moved in the dormant season, ideally in late autumn or early spring, when the plant is not...
The best time to prune holly is in late winter or early spring before the birds start to build nests, when the plant is still dormant. Pruning at this time will help to...
Some easy and inexpensive garden plants that can be grown in pots include: Succulents: These plants are very low maintenance and can survive in a wide range of conditions. Herbs: Many herbs such as...
Quite a few people are concerned about their tree ferns, with fronds that have lost colour and become blackened or are curled and brown. Because of the particularly cold winter we’ve just had, it...
A money plant, also known as a Chinese money plant or Pilea peperomioides, is a species of flowering plant native to the Yunnan and Sichuan provinces of China. It is commonly grown as a...
To overwinter Dahlias and Begonias, wait until after the first frost in autumn to dig up their tubers. Shake off any excess soil and carefully remove the stems and leaves. Allow the tubers...
