Succulents are taking over all manner of gardens, both indoors and out. Succulents thrive in dry climates like Central America and Africa where there is very little humidity. They do so successfully by storing water in their leaves, and this enables them to withstand countless hours in direct sunlight without a great deal of water. They are well known for being low maintenance and for living quite a long time, which makes them perfect for…
Standard rose trees produce some of the most beautiful floral displays, no matter where you plant them. That being said, it is essential you start the process off on the right foot in order to set your roses up for success. Soil and Site Preparation Roses love sunlight, so make sure the site you choose is one that gets ample sun throughout the day. Soil Type Once you have an area in mind, you need…
If you have standard roses, you can keep your rose bush in excellent form, producing abundant flowers with proper pruning methods. Below we will explain exactly how to prune standard roses. Why Prune standard roses Standard roses need to be pruned regularly to maintain the compact, spherical head, similar to how you would prune regular roses to keep them compact and looking good. Without proper pruning, you won’t get the large compact bush full of…
Black spot is one of the most severe diseases to affect roses and there are not many gardeners who could say they have not experienced having roses that have suffered from black spot. The best way to help prevent black spot is to provide the best growing conditions and this means providing plenty of airflow by pruning out stems, positioning them in a sunny location. We also highly recommend spraying all your roses with a…
There are many, many rose varieties available for you to choose from, roses for every occasion and location whether it’s a small patio rose or a David Austin shrub rose. Some roses perform better in pots and containers than others so, no matter how small your garden might be, you can find a variety to fit your space perfectly. Out of all the varieties of roses, you can find, rambling roses do not thrive in…
Winter weather gets cold, and if all you have is snow and ice outside, you might be wondering whether you should continue watering your plants. In many areas, watering your plants through the winter is still a good idea, especially if your plants are rather young but it must be done the right way. Even if the weather is cold, assuming your plants have the right level of protection you will still need to give…
Sometimes your garden doesn’t grow the way you want and the plants you are growing begin to turn a slightly yellow shade. You might suspect the culprit is a nitrogen deficiency, but how do you rectify it? The importance of nitrogen Firstly, nitrogen is what plants use to grow. Nitrogen is used to make proteins, amino acids, and generate DNA. Without nitrogen in the soil, your plants cannot make cells and grow. Nitrogen is everywhere;…
It can be nothing short of frustrating to see the leaves on your rose bush turning yellow. The yellow tinge impacts the entire look of your bush. There are several reasons why the leaves on your rose bush might be turning yellow and falling off, and being able to narrow down the cause will make it easier to rectify and help the rose bush recover to its former glory. Lack of light can cause the…
Orange trees are evergreen citrus trees and this means that they don’t lose their leaves come autumn. They produce beautiful flowers that are white and scented, which result in delightful fruits six months later. Once the fruit is ripe, you can eat it straight off the tree. If you are growing orange trees in Britain, there are a few diseases and other problems that you should be on the lookout for and you will be…
Even though oranges are native to warmer climates, you can still grow an orange tree in your UK garden if you grow them in pots. The process does require the right type of orange tree, soil composition, and container, but when done correctly, you will be able to pick fresh oranges off your tree. This does mean you need to be prepared to move them into a heated greenhouse or indoors for winter to protect…
