Spring
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Plant crown imperials in autumn and they flower in spring
Crown imperials in February? Yes, I know that you plant them in autumn and they flower in April or May. Reading about this remarkable plant in February, though, might lift... Read More -
Plant tulips and hyacinths for spring colour
Now is the time to plant hyacinths and tulips so you can enjoy their flowers in your garden in springtime. Tulip 'Angelique'. © Sakurai Midori and reused under https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ How... Read More -
6 tips to help you keep on top of the weeding this spring
Spring is now well underway and everything is growing fast, weeds included. Weeding now stops weeds getting well established. It makes all the difference! Here are six tips to help... Read More -
Ultimate lemon drizzle cake
Even if you have never made a cake in your life, with a good recipe you should be able to turn out a perfect lemon drizzle cake every time. This... Read More -
How to spring clean and care for your rattan furniture
It's time to spring clean your rattan garden furniture! We’re in that undecided period of the year when it’s far from clear whether it’s spring or whether it’s winter. There’s... Read More -
Be ready for sunshine with an outdoor dining set and free parasol
Get ahead of the sunshine curve When the sun is out we all want to take advantage of it – strolling, sitting, relaxing. Don’t waste time later thinking about ‘What... Read More -
Plant spring bulbs in pots now to lift your spirits in 2017
Planting your choice of bulbs now, in your choice of outdoor pots, will give you hours of pleasure as winter slowly turns into spring. And, as Christine Skelmersdale of Broadleigh... Read More -
Order spring bulbs now! (I know it feels a bit early)
Spring bulbs on my mind It seems a long way in the future but this is the time to order spring bulbs for planting in the autumn. I’d like my... Read More -
Making, using, loving garden compost
What is garden compost? In this post we’re talking about the compost made in a heap or bin out of garden and kitchen waste. We’re not talking about the commercially... Read More -
It’s a tonic! (And grit and vermiculite)
Do your plants need a tonic? Do you need a tonic? Sometimes everything starts to feel much too much and you begin to have that dragging feeling. Does that sound... Read More -
Spring is here - April shrubs, ground cover and must-haves
Spring blossom, catkins, green leaves on trees. Spring is HERE and NOW. And my garden doesn’t look as good as it could and I am ready for action: with a... Read More -
Many Clouds?
Are you hosting a Grand National gathering? If so, good news! Forecasters say the odds are (8/1) for a little sunshine with not too “Many Clouds”! Could it be time... Read More