Author: George
4 Summer Bulbs to Plant this Spring
Growing summer bulbs is a terrific way to bring big, beautiful flowers to your garden every year. Many summer-flowering bulbs, such as lilies and Gladioli are only planted once, then left completely on their own as they’ll grow back year after year. There are several reasons why you should grow summer-flowering bulbs. Firstly, they’re beautiful…
Read MoreGardening in small spaces
Even if you have a tiny back yard or live in a flat where your only outside space is a balcony, then it is still possible to create a splash of colour with a tiny garden. Alternatively, you may have a small area in a larger garden, like a patio or a BBQ area, where…
Read MoreJobs to tackle in the garden during April
Now that the weather is warmer and brighter, it should now be more pleasant to tackle some of those garden chores. Mow the lawn with the mower blades set on medium height. If lawns are looking a little bare, sow grass seed. April is the month to apply lawn fertiliser, followed be a selective…
Read MorePreparing Hanging Baskets
A display of hanging baskets filled with Summer flowering blooms can add interest and an extra splash of colour to your garden. However, in order to successfully grow plants in hanging baskets, it is worth spending time on preparation beforehand. 1. Line the inside of your basket with a coconut fibre liner. 2. Next,…
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