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December Gardening Tips From...

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...
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What type of Tithonia is...

Tithonias (Tithonia rotundifolia and Tithonia diversifolia), commonly...

How to Stop Invasive Bamboo...

Bamboo can be an attractive addition to...

What is Soldier Frass?

What is Soldier Frass? Soldier frass compost is an organic fertilizer made from the excrement (frass) of black soldier fly (Hermetia illucens) larvae. As these larvae consume organic waste, they break it down into a nutrient-rich byproduct that is high in nitrogen, phosphorus, and beneficial microbes. Benefits of Soldier Frass Compost: Rich in Nutrients – Contains essential plant nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and trace minerals. Microbial Boost – Encourages beneficial soil microbes, improving soil health. Chitin Content – The frass contains chitin, which can help stimulate plant defenses against pests and diseases. Sustainable...

How to grow...

If you are looking to add a display of succulents to your garden then you are surely going to be looking at growing echeverias....

Should I cut...

You should not cut the leaves off of a tree fern unless they are totally brown. Even then it is thought they the old...

What temperatures will...

The leaves of Muso Basjoo will stop growing at 12 degrees Centigrade. They will start to get leaf damage at zero degrees centigrade. A young...

Are tree ferns...

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...

How long does...

So how long does it take to make a tropical style garden in the UK? If you've been admiring any of the tropical style...

What’s the best...

The first thing to do though is to cut off the leaves. Do this after the temperature has gone low enough to blacken the...

How High Can...

Top tips on hedge trimming as online searches show a 234% increase for ‘how to trim a hedge’ since June 2022 Legislation states that your...

Can the Traveller’s...

Can the travellers palm (Ravenala madagascariensis) be grown in the united Kingdom? With great difficulty. They will only tolerate temperatures down to freezing. This rules them...

Is Spanish moss...

Spanish moss (Tillandsia usneoides) is a very easy plant to grow as it requires very little maintenance. It is an air plant (epiphyte) and...
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