Droughts in the UK may not be as frequent as in hotter climates, but with increasingly dry summers and hosepipe bans becoming more common, it’s vital to know how to care for your plants when water is in short supply.
By following the Planting and Care Guide below you can expect to enjoy many years of beauty from your Tasmanian Tree Fern (they are among the oldest plants in the world....predating dinosaurs!).
Step-by-Step Planting Process: Timing: Plant during the dormant season, from late autumn to early spring, avoiding frozen or waterlogged soil. Preparation: Soak Roots: Upon arrival, soak the roots in water for 3-4 hours to rehydrate them. Inspect Plants: Trim any...
Laurel hedges are extremely popular in the UK because they’re an evergreen plant that are relatively easy to look after. They are happy to grow in the shade, during cold weather and even in heavy clay soil. They also grow...
Gardening Tips: The Basics to Keeping Plants Healthy Gardening is one of the most rewarding pastimes with its extensive benefits. Want to engage both mentally and physically? Gardening has it all! From developing your creative flare to physical strength and...
Hornbeam is one of the UK’s most popular hedging choices. Hornbeam hedging makes the perfect formal hedge, due to its dense foliage and height. Thick greenery provides privacy in summer, before losing its leaves in the winter. This guide provides...
The UK Heatwave - Coping with the heat There had been warnings over the past few weeks about the hosepipe ban on the 5th August of just those in the North West, however after checking the United Utilities website (https://www.unitedutilities.com)....
Root Ball Planting Tips: A Guide to Successful Planting Root balled hedging is a cost-effective way to acquire larger hedging plants, offering excellent value compared to container-grown alternatives. Grown directly in the field, these plants develop stronger and fuller root...
Year after year, perennial plants provide UK gardeners with the colour and vibrance they need to brighten up any landscape. Their ability to weather harsh British winters, while at the same time maintaining their attractive foliage, ensure they remain a...
Pests Plants affected: Normally a greenhouse pest, does enjoy fuchsias and tomatoes Symptoms: Clouds of tiny white triangular moths are found on the underside of leaves. Black sooty mould may also be seen on the leaves Control: Resistant to most...
Rust Plants affected: The most affected are broad beans, roses, fuchsia and hollyhocks Symptoms: Patches of irregular discoloration on the foliage and stems. On close inspection these are circular and tend to be dark orange, brown, yellow or red spots...
Bare Root Hedging It's only for a starter sized hedge and when thinking on this option you should read all this section. There is a risk to bare root plants, can we repeat that again in case you skimmed over...
