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

Prune Apple Trees

Pruning is an essential task for maintaining healthy, productive apple trees. Proper pruning...

Dividing Snowdrops: A Step-by-Step...

Snowdrops (Galanthus spp.) are a cherished sight in late winter, heralding the arrival...

Force Rhubarb: A Gardener’s...

Forcing rhubarb is a traditional gardening technique that produces tender, sweet stalks, perfect...
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Tackling Box Blight and Box Tree Caterpillar Legally in the UK

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How to diagnose, prevent and treat Box Blight and Box Tree Caterpillar in accordance with UK law Box hedges (Buxus sempervirens and related species) have...

Bolting

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BoltingCategory: Plant Physiology / Growth Disorders Definition:Bolting is the premature production of a flowering stem in plants before the crop has been harvested, typically triggered...

Blotchy Ripening

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Definition:Blotchy ripening is a physiological disorder primarily observed in fleshy fruits—most notably in tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum)—where patches of the fruit fail to develop normal...

Blossom End Rot

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Blossom End Rot (noun; plant pathology, horticulture) Definition: Blossom end rot is a physiological disorder affecting the fruit of various flowering plants—most notably tomatoes, peppers, aubergines...

Blind

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Blind (adjective, noun; horticulture, botany) Definition (Botany & Horticulture): In a botanical or horticultural context, blind refers to a plant shoot, bud, or flowering stem that...

Blight

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(noun; pathology, botany) Definition:In botany, blight refers to a rapid and extensive discoloration, wilting, or death of plant tissues—typically leaves, stems, or flowers—caused by...

Bleeding

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Bleeding (Botanical Term) Definition:In botany, bleeding refers to the exudation of sap or other plant fluids from a wound or incision in a plant’s vascular...

Blackleg

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Blackleg (Plant Disease: Caused by Phoma lingam and Pectobacterium atrosepticum) Classification: Kingdom: Fungi / Bacteria Phylum: Ascomycota (Phoma lingam) / Proteobacteria (Pectobacterium atrosepticum) Class: Dothideomycetes (Phoma lingam) /...

Blackfly

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Blackfly (Aphididae: Aphis fabae Scopoli, 1763) Classification: Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Arthropoda Class: Insecta Order: Hemiptera Family: Aphididae Genus: Aphis Species: Aphis fabae Description: The blackfly, Aphis fabae, is a small, sap-sucking insect belonging to...

Bitter Pit

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Bitter Pit Overview:Bitter pit is a physiological disorder affecting apples (Malus domestica), primarily caused by calcium deficiency in the fruit. It manifests as small, dark,...

Bipinnate

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Bipinnate – A Botanical Term Definition Bipinnate describes a type of compound leaf structure in which the primary leaflets are further divided into secondary leaflets, giving...

Big Bud

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Big Bud – A Plant Disorder Overview Big Bud is a physiological and pest-related disorder affecting various plants, particularly blackcurrants (Ribes nigrum), tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum), and...

Biennial Plants

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Biennial Plants Definition:A biennial is a plant that completes its life cycle over two years. In the first year, it grows vegetatively, producing leaves, roots,...

Besom

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Besom (Cytisus scoparius and Related Species) Classification: Kingdom: Plantae Clade: Angiosperms Clade: Eudicots Order: Fabales Family: Fabaceae Genus: Cytisus Species: Cytisus scoparius (L.) Link Common Names:Broom, Common Broom, Scotch Broom, Besom Broom Description:The besom,...

Berry

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Berry Overview:A berry is a type of simple, fleshy fruit that typically develops from a single ovary and contains one or more seeds embedded within...

Benzene Hexachloride

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Benzene Hexachloride (BHC) Overview:Benzene hexachloride (BHC) is an organochlorine compound with the molecular formula C₆H₆Cl₆. It exists in several isomeric forms, with the gamma-isomer (γ-BHC)...

Bell Glass

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Bell Glass (Cloche de Verre) Overview:A bell glass, also known as a cloche de verre, is a transparent, dome-shaped cover traditionally used in horticulture to...

Beetle

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Beetle (Order: Coleoptera) Taxonomy & Classification Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Arthropoda Class: Insecta Order: Coleoptera Families: Over 350 (e.g., Scarabaeidae, Carabidae, Curculionidae, Coccinellidae) Description Beetles are the largest order of insects, with over...

Beet and Mangold Fly

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Beet and Mangold Fly (Pegomya hyoscyami) Taxonomy & Classification Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Arthropoda Class: Insecta Order: Diptera Family: Anthomyiidae Genus: Pegomya Species: Pegomya hyoscyami Description The beet and mangold fly (Pegomya hyoscyami), sometimes referred...

Bee

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Bee (Superfamily: Apoidea) Definition:Bees are winged insects belonging to the superfamily Apoidea, known for their role in pollination and, in the case of honeybees (Apis...

Bedding Plant

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Definition:A bedding plant is a plant grown primarily for seasonal display in garden beds, borders, containers, or other decorative planting schemes. These plants are...

Bastard Trenching

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Bastard Trenching – A Horticultural and Soil Cultivation Entry Definition and Purpose Bastard trenching is a double-depth soil cultivation technique used to improve soil structure, aeration,...

Bast

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Bast – A Botanical and Structural Entry Definition and Function Bast, also known as phloem fibres, is the vascular tissue in plants responsible for the transport...

Basic Slag

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Basic Slag (Thomas Slag) – A Botanical and Agricultural Entry Definition and Composition Basic slag, also known as Thomas slag, is a byproduct of the steel...

Basal Rot

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Basal Rot (Root and Crown Rot in Plants) Definition Basal rot is a fungal or bacterial disease that affects the base of a plant’s stem, crown,...

Bark Ringing

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Bark Ringing (Girdling in Trees and Shrubs) Definition Bark ringing, also known as girdling, is the removal or damage of a complete ring of bark around...

Bark-Bound

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Definition Bark-Bound (Physiological Condition in Trees and Shrubs) Bark-bound, also known as girdling or constricted bark syndrome, is a physiological condition affecting trees and woody shrubs...

Bark Beetles

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Bark Beetles (Family: Curculionidae, Subfamily: Scolytinae) Bark beetles are a diverse group of small, wood-boring beetles known for their ability to tunnel beneath the bark...
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Strelitzia

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Cultivating Garrya elliptica: A...

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Viburnum tinus (Laurustinus)

Local Gardener Grow Guide: Common Name: LaurustinusFamily: AdoxaceaeType: Evergreen shrubHeight: 2-4 meters (6-13...

How to Grow Viburnum...

Viburnum tinus, or Laurustinus, is an evergreen shrub that provides year-round interest. Its...

How to Grow Chaenomeles

Chaenomeles, commonly known as flowering quince, is a stunning addition to UK gardens,...

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Hyacinths (Hyacinthus orientalis) are beloved for their vibrant colours and fragrant blooms, making...

How to Grow Heather...

Heather (Calluna, Erica, and Daboecia species) is a low-maintenance, hardy plant that adds...

How to Grow Winter...

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December-Flowering Camellias: Winter’s Brightest...

Camellias are a quintessential feature of UK gardens, celebrated for their elegant blooms,...

Skimmia japonica ‘Rubella’: A...

Skimmia japonica 'Rubella' is a reliable, evergreen shrub that offers year-round interest and...

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Amaryllis (Hippeastrum) is a stunning plant that’s perfect for bringing vibrant color to...

How to Grow Mahonia

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