Tracy's Garden Notes

Download by lawn topdressing guide A perfectly level lawn is often seen as the hallmark of a well-maintained garden. However, many lawns develop slight dips, hollows, and undulations over time due to factors like...

Deadheading Rhododendrons – A Simple Job That Improves Flowering Many gardeners overlook deadheading rhododendrons, but it is one of the simplest maintenance tasks you can carry out and can make a real difference to...

Ants can be a common nuisance in gardens and lawns, with their colonies often causing damage to grass and plants. Rather than turning to harsh chemicals that can harm beneficial insects and your family,...

Understanding the Problem of Compacted Soil One of the most common problems encountered in gardens, especially around newer properties and developments, is compacted soil. This issue arises when soil particles become compressed together, reducing...

Introduction to Autumn Crocus The autumn crocus, known scientifically as Colchicum, is a strikingly beautiful bulbous perennial that brings a splash of color to gardens while many other plants are fading away as autumn...

Late May: A Prime Time for Garden Pests If you’re nurturing your very own vegetable garden, late May is the moment to sharpen your eyes for pesky intruders. Think of your blossoming garden as...

Report Overview  This report follows a garden visit to Tracy’s garden at 26 Convent Road, Broadstairs. The  visit covered feeding and compost, lawn care and topdressing, pest and disease  management, mulching and soil improvement,...

Several of the plants in the garden are showing signs that they would benefit from additional feeding this season. This is fairly common where plants have been growing in the same soil for a...

Dodecatheon The proposed planting for the borders is designed to create a soft woodland-style garden with colour and interest throughout the year, while still keeping the planting relatively compact and manageable. The overall aim...

Growing plants beneath conifer trees can present unique challenges for gardeners and horticulturists. Conifers, such as pine, spruce, and fir, are beautiful evergreen trees that offer year-round greenery. However, their needles tend to acidify...