Category: Gardening Notes

Potatoes grow through Ground sheeting to clear a raised veg bed of weeds Growing potatoes can be an effective method of cleaning the soil and removing weeds. Potatoes are known to be heavy feeders,...

Box blight is a fungal disease that affects boxwood plants, including box hedges. It is caused by the fungus Cylindrocladium buxicola or Pseudonectria buxi, which can infect the leaves, stems, and branches of box...

Slugs can be a nuisance in gardens, as they can damage plants and leave unsightly slime trails. Here are some ways to control slugs: Overall, a combination of these methods can help control slugs...

The box caterpillar, also known as the box tree moth, is a pest that can cause significant damage to boxwood plants, which are popular in landscaping and gardening. Here are some effective methods to...

Using a simple irrigation system can be an effective way to increase crop yields in a vegetable garden. Here are some steps to follow: By following these steps, you can use a simple irrigation...

Acid-loving plants such as rhododendrons, azaleas, camellias, and blueberries have a preference for acidic soil, which helps them absorb nutrients more efficiently. These plants also have high potassium requirements, especially after flowering, to support...

A low soil pH can have several negative effects on lawns, as it can create an unsuitable environment for the growth and health of the grass. Here are some ways that a low soil...

Pruning raspberry canes is an important task that helps to maintain plant health, increase fruit production, and manage the plant’s size. Here are the steps to prune raspberry canes: By following these steps, you...

Late winter is the best time to plant fruit trees using bare-rooted plant harvested by the growers directly from the fields they are grown in.  Plants grown in pots which are found in garden...

Feeding your plants  Late January into February is the best time to feed you plants with some Growmore fertilizer. The last of the heavy winter rains will wash the nutrients into the soil ready...