Camellias are beautiful shrubs that offer large, stunning flowers in conjunction with glossy, green leaves. They are typically reliable bloomers but there may be an occasion where your’s just simply isn’t flowering. This is, of course, very frustrating, especially when you know that your Camellia is otherwise perfectly healthy but is still refusing to bloom. So what reasons are there for your Camellia not flowering? This article will help you narrow it down. Firstly, if…
If you are growing Camellias, you want to make sure they get the right amount of fertiliser, and at the right time of year. But when exactly is that? And how much do you give them? This article will help give you a better understanding of when and what you should be feeding all of your Camellias so that they can remain top quality producers. The quick answer is that Camellias should be fed in…
You’ve probably heard of the term ericaceous compost, but what does ericaceous actually mean? What does it consist of and how is it used in your modern garden? This article will answer all of that and more. If you have plants that grow in acidic soil and you want to grow them in pots, you will need to use ericaceous compost. It is worth noting that most plants (which include Rhododendrons, Azaleas, Blueberries, Heathers and…
Squirrel feeders have proven to be of great advantage over time due to the convenience that they provide. If your garden is filled with squirrels who tend to bother birds while they eat, then it’s high time you consider buying a squirrel feeder to keep the squirrels away from the birds. We have also reviewed some squirrel proof bird feeders, however, but what has proven to be a very effective method is to feed both…
Grapes make a delightful addition to all gardens and are very flexible, allowing you to train them over an archway, up a wall, or anywhere in between. The vines do need particularly deep, free-draining soil with ample sunlight to properly ripen the fruit, but beyond that, you can prune them to fit a small space if that’s all you have. If you live in northern Britain where it gets particularly cold outside you can even…
Lillies can be one of the most exciting plants to grow from bulbs. They can grow to be particularly large and aromatic, making them a stunning and popular garden addition. Of course, if you are planning on having any Lillies in your home you can choose to purchase pre-started Lillies or alternatively, grow them from forced bulbs. Lillies prefer well-drained soil in a sunny spot, so if you have clay soil that is often waterlogged…
Lillies are a wonderful flower to have and as a perennial, if you take good care of them they will come back year after year. The nice thing about Lillies is that almost all of them will grow very effectively in pots, although there are certain varieties that will just need a little bit of extra support. The Best Varieties for Containers and Pots The Pixie series offers very small cultivars that get to no…
Rhubarb is a wonderful plant that requires very little of your time and maintenance. It’s incredibly strong, easy to grow, and in fact, relies upon a cold snap to produce the best yield. This makes it particularly perfect for many gardens across the UK. If you decide to grow rhubarb, with a little bit of maintenance you can make homemade rhubarb crumbles, pies and jam. Healthy plants will produce stalks for a decade which makes…
If you want to grow rhubarb but simply don’t have the space in your garden, rest assured you can still grow it with limited space, as long as you are able to grow them in containers or large tubs. Is growing rhubarb in containers possible? Yes, you can grow rhubarb in containers. In fact, you can grow just about any plant in containers as long as you find a container that is big enough. With…
If you are growing or considering growing grapes, you need to make sure that you give them every advantage and a big part of that includes properly pruning them. Pruning grapes should be done at regular intervals and you can rely upon multiple pruning methods. You can choose which method you prefer based on where you are growing your grapes and how you want them to be structured. When to Prune Grapes The best time…
