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Dahlia as a cut flower February is an exciting month in the garden – while winter still has its grip, there’s a real sense of anticipation as we prepare for the growing season ahead....
Sweet Peas great for cut flowers Your Banbury garden is perfectly positioned to grow stunning cut flowers throughout the year. Here’s your seasonal guide to keeping your vases filled with home-grown blooms. Spring Flowers...
Peas just starting to shoot late winter Focus for January Planning, protection, pruning, soil care, and preparing for early sowings under cover. Outdoor growth is minimal, but this month sets the foundation for the...
January Sow Indoors (heated propagator): Plant Outdoors: Plan: February Sow Indoors: Sow Under Cover (cold frame/unheated greenhouse): Plant Outdoors: March Sow Indoors: Sow Under Cover: Sow/Plant Outdoors: Plant Perennial Herbs: April Sow Indoors: Sow...
Vine weevil (Otiorhynchus sulcatus) is one of the most destructive pests found in UK gardens, capable of damaging over 100 different plants. In recent years, the GardenAdvice team has noticed an increase in vine...
A Flourishing First Year: Marketa’s Garden Comes into Its Own Marketa’s first full year growing vegetables and cut flowers in her new garden has been nothing short of a success story. With guidance and...
Using an Apple Crusher, Press, and Pasteuriser for Fresh Juice and Freezing Making your own cider or apple juice at home is one of the most satisfying ways to use up an autumn glut...
A How to Save Apples and Pears Through the Winter Step-by-Step Storage Guide A good harvest of apples and pears can be enjoyed long after autumn, provided they’re stored correctly. By following a few...
As your first-season wildflower meadow comes to an end, now is the perfect time to carry out some essential maintenance to ensure a vibrant and healthy display next year. Whether your meadow features ornamental...
Planning ahead is essential for a productive garden year-round. Now’s the time to sow winter salads such as lettuce and cabbage, which will provide you with fresh greens well into the colder months. At the same...
May is a fantastic month for gardeners, with warmer soil and longer days providing perfect conditions to sow seeds and plant young plants. Below, we’ve put together a detailed guide on what you can...