Rhododendrons, Camellias and Azaleas like acidic soil and yes, we can purchase a kit to check the PH level of our garden soil but alternatively, purchase a compact variety and grow it in a pot when all you need is Ericaceous compost
Tips on keeping an eye on what needs weeding, what needs spacing or tying to a support, if there are any pests that need taming and more importantly what needs harvesting.
Top gardening tips on extending the summer season of colour for as long as possible! Answers to some great questions such as; How often do I water my plants?, Should I feed my plants? Should I deadhead summer plants? and How do I look after my summer plants?
Hydrangeas have been a gardener’s favourite for many decades and at this time of year, it is very easy to see why! Various shapes, sizes and colours are jam-packed with foliage and flowers, they are really a must have in your summer pots or garden border. Join Lindsey as she takes a look at some of the best Hydrangeas and also looks at when and how to prune them.
The most common way to water garden plants is with either a watering can or a hose. Make sure that you water the base of the plant and avoid getting water on the foliage. Another great idea is using a saucer especially for plants such as Hydrangeas in a container but just be careful that the plants are not sitting in water for too long as many are not keen on being over watered and enjoy free draining pots and compost. Larger shrubs will really benefit from a good soak at this time of year to enable the water to reach right down to their roots.
When do I harvest my fruit and vegetables? This question is asked in many different forms, it gave us a fun idea, why don’t we do a question-and-answer session as this week’s blog!
In this week's Gardening Blog, Lindsey shares some amazing pictures that have been sent in by some of our wonderful customers and also offers some gardening tips now that spring is in full swing...
Join Lindsey as she explores the joys of getting your '5 A Day' the very best way, by growing your own! Plus when it comes to buying local, you can’t get more local than your own garden. She also checks in with the next generation of avid gardeners and takes a look back at the only welcome visit of a rabbit...
This week Lindsey looks on the bright side as we get an extra hour of daylight plus how she is embracing her new "ta-da" list. There is also news about some lush perennials and a veg patch garden transformation...
