Gardening questions
Gardening questions
How do you Look After Ensete Bananas Over Winter in the UK?
Ensete bananas, particularly Ensete ventricosum 'Maurelii', also known as the Abyssinian banana, are prized for their striking, tropical appearance. With their large, deep red or green leaves, they bring...
Gardening jobs for November
Why Prune in November?
Today, we’re talking about a critical task for UK gardeners in November—pruning shrubs. This time of year, many...
Gardening jobs for November
Essential gardening jobs for November in the UK
Today we’ll be talking about essential gardening jobs for November in the UK. The weather may be colder,...
Ponds and aquariums
Growing Water Lilies in the UK: Varieties, Care, Colours, and Pond Tips
Water lilies are one of the most elegant additions to any pond, bringing vibrant color, shade, and a...
Wildlife
The Secret Gardeners: Pollinators of the UK
Welcome back to Local Gardener, where we dig into the intricate relationships between nature and humanity. Today we’re...
What’s the Best Ceanothus for a UK Garden?
Ceanothus, often called California lilac, is a stunning addition to UK gardens, prized for its vibrant blue flowers, fast growth, and evergreen foliage. While...
When should I prune my Wisteria?
Wisteria, with its cascading clusters of violet, blue, or white flowers, is a favorite climber in UK gardens. However, without proper care, it can...
How to Grow the Tallest Sunflower?
Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) are iconic summer blooms known for their towering height and striking, cheerful faces. Growing an exceptionally tall sunflower can be a...
How to Grow Winter Aconites
Winter aconites (Eranthis hyemalis) are charming and resilient early bloomers, adorning your garden with a burst of cheerful yellow blooms during the late winter...
Stinging Nettles: The Double-Edged Sword in Your Garden
Stinging nettles (Urtica dioica) are a common sight in gardens and wild areas, known for their distinctive serrated leaves and, as the name suggests,...
How to grow Crocosmias
Here's a step-by-step guide on how to grow Crocosmias in the UK Crocosmias, commonly known as montbretia, are vibrant and attractive perennial plants that produce...