Stop wasting your money buying multi-purpose compost for borders
The gardening industry does not tell us everything about that expensive bag of shop-bought multi-purpose compost! It’s not like home-made compost and certainly is not a long-term soil amendment; it’s a quick fix that promotes a dependency cycle. This is…
The secret to healthier soil and thriving gardens
When autumn leaves cover your lawn, hold off on raking and tossing them away. Those colourful leaves can become valuable mulch for your garden. Spreading chopped leaves around your plants is a simple way to boost your garden’s health, improve…
How to make your store-bought amaryllis bloom once more!
The beautiful Amaryllis that once brightened your home is not merely a one-time wonder. This resilient bulb has the potential to bloom again. With a little patience and a few simple steps, you can enjoy stunning flowers year after year….
Why you should plant Sarcococca Confusa in November
When autumn arrives and the garden starts to quiet down, it’s easy to think winter will be dull and scentless. That’s when Sarcococca confusa, or Sweet Box, can make a real difference. Planting this evergreen shrub in November is a…
The smart way to plant bulbs
If you love spring bulbs, using an aquatic pond basket is a smart and easy way to plant them. Instead of putting bulbs like tulips, daffodils, or alliums straight into the ground, you plant them in a mesh-sided basket usually…