Climbing roses are not self-clinging and because of this, they need support to climb, you can either fix horizontal wires 30cm apart or use a trellis. You need to have 2-4 strong stems that can be spread out evenly to fill the space and tie them into place on your support. Tie in further shoots as they grow and if you have trouble getting the branches to shoot, cut back the tips of the shoot…
Hydrangeas are a beautiful shrub for any garden and there are so many varieties to choose from that you can effectively select the type of leaves, flowers and sizes you prefer without having to compromise. More importantly, Hydrangeas are available in so many varieties that you won’t have to miss out just because you have a garden with more shade than sunlight. There are plenty of shade-loving Hydrangeas out there that come in all forms,…
Hydrangeas are fairly easy to take care of in terms of their maintenance. Regardless of the variety you choose, they will bring a great deal of beauty and joy to your garden with impressive displays of flowers and foliage. However, there are a few common pests, diseases (and other problems) that might impact your Hydrangea that you need to be aware of. Common Diseases Leaf Spot The most common disease you will see with your…
Many climbing plants have a natural tendency to root directly from the stems, which means that you can effectively replicate climbers and take cutting selections from an existing plant. Taking a cutting from a climber requires a slightly different technique compared to normal cuttings, however, the process is essentially the same and is done by taking a semi-ripe cutting at the end of summer to early autumn. What type of climber is this method suitable…
If your Hydrangea leaves have started to wilt it is usually an environmental problem, for example, too much sun exposure as they prefer a shady position or not enough water, especially when grown in containers. Applying too much fertiliser can also cause the leaves and flowers to wilt. It is incredibly frustrating to work very hard in cultivating your Hydrangeas only to see its leaves drooping, wilting or turning brown. Newly planted Hydrangeas can quickly…
Strawberries are a versatile fruit and they are the perfect picking fruit to have in your home, no matter the size of your garden. In fact, they grow very easily in the ground where they will spread out and quickly take over but they grow just as well in containers and even in hanging baskets. For that reason, strawberries are an incredibly popular fruit to have, and best of all, homegrown strawberries taste amazing. First,…
