Tuesday, April 8, 2025

Gardening questions

What type of Tithonia is best for the UK?

Tithonias (Tithonia rotundifolia and Tithonia diversifolia), commonly known as Mexican Sunflowers, are stunning, fast-growing plants that bring a tropical feel to UK gardens. Here...

The Challenges of Growing Peonies

Peonies are often considered one of the most beautiful and elegant flowers to grow, prized for their large, fragrant blooms and ability to thrive...

How to Stop Invasive Bamboo from Spreading and Remove It for Good

Bamboo can be an attractive addition to a garden, but if it’s the wrong variety, it can quickly become an invasive nightmare. Many gardeners...

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...

Filling a Plant Pot : Grit, Crocks, Perlite, or Something Else?

Filling a plant pot correctly is key to keeping your plants healthy, whether you're potting up houseplants, container plants, or seedlings. The debate over...

Rain vs. Tap Water: Which is Best for Watering Plants and Seedlings?

Watering is one of the most important aspects of plant care, but not all water is the same. Many gardeners prefer rainwater, while others...

What’s The Difference Between Apples and Crab Apples

When strolling through a garden or countryside, you may encounter two types of fruit-bearing trees that appear quite similar but differ greatly in size...

Fruit or Berry, Do you Know The Difference?

Fruit or Berry, and the Surprising World of Legumes Today, we’re going to explore some surprising truths about everyday fruits and vegetables—specifically, what makes a...

Is your bee hotel killing solitary bees?

Solitary Bees: Champions of Pollination and Why Bee Hotels Can Be Harmful Solitary bees are some of the most fascinating and essential pollinators in our...
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