Category: Head Gardener

Question I have several shrubs where the leaves are getting covered in a black sooty matter. How can I remove it? Answer This is caused by plants suffering from an aphid,or scale,attack.The infested plants...

Question I have a ground elder problem. I am not having much luck with Round Up, any advice?. Answer You might need 3 or 4 applications.Round Up works inside the plant on the growth...

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...