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November 27, 2019

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If you are growing lemon trees in the UK, growing them in pots is really the most successful way. There are, however, some provisions to follow when choosing and planting your lemon trees as well as some easy to follow care advice.  If your lemon tree is losing its leaves, read our guide on the possible causes and solutions. Recommended citrus lemon varieties Dwarf Meyer Lemon Tree There are ample varieties of lemon trees, but…

If you are growing a lemon tree no doubt you have a great appreciation for the fragrant blooms and the delightful fruit it has to offer. Unfortunately, there are many pests that are just as excited to have a lemon tree nearby. Some of the biggest pests are relatively harmless (like aphids) but there are some more serious like the citrus rust mite that will affect the fruits rather than the foliage. Knowing what pests…

Hyacinth bulbs are a wonderful way to brighten your home during the winter, and what’s more, they are quite simple to grow. With these, you can enjoy an indoor display out of season. Of course, doing so successfully means knowing how and when to force the bulbs, otherwise, the display won’t be when or how you want it. When to Force Hyacinth Bulbs You can enjoy fragrant blooms starting around Christmas time and moving onwardS…

As Christmas approaches, most of the plants in your garden have died off, except the few winter flowering plants you may have carefully planned. However, there are still ways you can enjoy the beauty and aromatic displays during the winter months indoors, especially over Christmas and one of our favourite things to do is to grow Hyacinth bowls. With Hyacinths, you can grow them indoors and force them to grow out of season successfully. Follow…