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Ooohhhhh …it's nearly here…Christmas! A time for cosy evenings by the fire and...

Looking Out for Hedgehogs...

Hedgehogs are some of the most endearing creatures in our gardens, but winter...

Protecting Your Plants from...

Winter can be a challenging time for gardeners, particularly when wildlife like deer...

Winter Compost: Digging Out...

Winter is an excellent time to dig out your compost heap and spread...
Saturday, December 27, 2025
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Are tree ferns frost hardy?

Tree ferns can stay outside all year in the UK but they need protection to survive. It’s best to take small tree ferns to a frost free shelter but once they get too big to store then leave them in the ground but wrap the trunk and growing tip at the top. Fleece and hessian sacking and straw are all good insulators but it’s a good idea to cover the whole set up with a waterproof outer layer as the growing point can rot if it stays wet overwinter

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Lavender is a garden favourite, but without pruning it soon turns woody and straggly. With a simple yearly routine you can keep it compact,...
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Protect Tree Ferns

Tree ferns, such as the popular Dicksonia antarctica, are prized for their exotic beauty and structural presence, making them a focal point in many UK gardens. However, as native plants of the cool, moist forests of Australia and New...

How much should I water my tree fern?

Tree ferns should be kept well watered. The trunks should not be allowed to dry out. If the plant is in a pot try to ensure that the soil does not become waterlogged as this can encourage rot

Should I cut the leaves off my tree fern?

You should not cut the leaves off of a tree fern unless they are totally brown. Even then it is thought they the old leaves help to keep the growing point open for new fronds to appear and they...

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Defra Ministers appoint Sir Andrew Steer as Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew 

Monday, 22 December 2025 Sir Andrew Steer, a prominent global leader in sustainable development and climate change has been announced as the new Chair of RBG Kew, taking over from Dame Amelia Fawcett who held the post for two terms.    Sir Andrew’s appointment is for four years and...

BigPlantPots: Bold Design, Built for Growing Big

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Green-tech ends the year on a high by surpassing its charity target for St Leonard’s Hospice

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