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Plant of the week – Hyacinth
HYACINTHS (Hyacinthus orientalis) are easy-to-grow spring bulbs and have the added bonus of a lovely fragrance They can flower in an abundance of colours, ranging...
Hardy perennial is always a welcome early bloomer
SNOWDROPS are one of the first flowers to bloom in the new year, sometimes even as early as the beginning of January. They also have...
Time to turf out the garden thieves
If you’ve just bought some costly garden furniture or indulged in a stone statue or rare plant, beware that we’re in the prime season for...
Asters are ready to dazzle through the autumn months
WITH bursts of colourful daisies during the autumn months asters are stalwart perennials. Lilac and blue are probably the most dazzling of the vast range...
Time to take the leg work out of watering the garden
DURING hot and dry seasons especially, a garden irrigation system is a great way to water your lawn and plants. This could be as simple...
Gladioli tips…
SHOWY gladioli make a striking impact in the summer garden, but they’re not the one-hit wonders folks believe them to be, they can be stored...
Gardening Jobs this week…
KEEP deadheading zinnias when they start to lose colour to keep them tidy and encourage more vibrant flowers this season. Using a pair of sharp,...
How to create a Japanese garden
WITH their aura of calm and tranquillity, Japanese-style gardens have been the focus of much attention at this year’s main gardening shows. So if you...
Exceptions to the rule following summer drought
AUGUST should be the month when all those hours spent feeding and pruning finally show their worth. Borders bursting with colour, and pots overflowing against...
Key tasks to keep your garden thriving
August is a strategic and valuable month in the UK gardening calendar. It’s a time to enjoy your garden in full bloom, but it’s also...