If you have a plum tree then a common question you might find yourself asking is ‘When should I prune?’ And the answer usually lies in knowing what your goals are for the tree. In general, newly planted plum trees that are 1-2 years old should be pruned to encourage them to bush out and form a well-branched tree, and established trees should be pruned to control the size, encourage higher yields and remove damaged…
We think every garden should have a tree as they provide cover for wildlife, shade on a hot summer day and some can even provide edible fruits. The good news is no garden is too small if you buy the right tree and some can even be grown in pots If you have a small garden and are looking for some trees, not just to add some colour but perhaps fruit and stunning foliage, then…
If you happen to be a pizza enthusiast then getting an outdoor pizza oven is all the rage. Make pizzas in a small amount of time without needing to build a professional pizza oven. These miniature pizza ovens come fully equipped with everything you need to make pizza for your family or when you have a party. Finding the best outdoor pizza oven model is not that hard. In fact, you just need to understand…
If you are interested in growing Lonicera japonica, it is important to understand how to care for them. Honeysuckles are popular not just for their beautiful blooms, but for the highly perfumed flowers they produce, especially the climbing scented varieties. The climbing varieties can be draped over garden support structures and pergolas while the shrubs make for great hedges and groundcover plants. Quick Facts About Lonicera Common nameHoneysuckleBotanical nameLoniceraTypeShrub and evergreen/deciduous climbersFlowering timeA shrub that…
How and when to prune Acers in pots Acer in pots should not really be pruned and are best left to grow into their natural shape, however, there are a few exceptions. Rubbing branches under the main canopy as well as some branches that look out of place and ruin the aesthetics of the tree. Pruning is best done between November and January to avoid sap bleeding. If you are growing Acers in your home,…
Pruning Acer trees is something that is usually not really needed. Japanese Acers should be left to grow naturally, however, branches below the canopy that cross or rub each other can be removed between October and January. You can also remove branches that ruin the shape of the tree if needed. Japanese maples are beautiful trees regardless of the season. They bring to any garden the most delicate of leaves, beautiful autumn hues, and arguably…
It is always great to look out your window and see the bright yellow flowers along your Forsythia bush, indicative that spring truly has sprung. But then as your bloom starts to fade, you might be asking, Can I prune my Forsythia? Should I prune it? and if so, Can I cut my Forsythia to the ground? When you are considering Forsythia pruning, you need to take into consideration that these are very durable shrubs…
Many people wonder whether rambling or climbing rose bushes are the same. However, the key differences that make them stand apart are the flowering times. You will find that the flowering frequency is the main difference most associated with them. Most rambling roses flower once around June time, whereas climbers often flower through summer but don’t usually have the same impact. Other noticeable differences to summarise include: Climbing Roses vs Rambling Roses The biggest difference…
Rambling roses are a great variety if you want to quickly cover a fence, a garden structure or a wall. These roses produce shoots that are covered in green leaves and a collection of beautiful flowers. Thankfully, these particular plants do not require a great deal of pruning in order to stay in good shape. In fact, you only need to trim them about once a year in order to achieve a beautiful floral display.…
Pruning your climbing roses is a good way to ensure that your plant will produce flowers and remain strong each subsequent season. If you don’t prune your climbing roses they will inevitably become a tangled mess of branches and they won’t produce an adequate number of flowers. Most people consider this a complicated process but if you follow this guide you can learn how to prune a climbing rose easily. How to prune a climbing…
