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Sow Hardy Annuals Directly Outdoors: A Spring Job with Big Rewards As the soil begins to warm in early spring, it’s the perfect time to...

Plant Summer Flowering Bulbs: Lilies, Gladioli & Dahlias for a Stunning Summer Display As spring gets into full swing, it’s time to look ahead to...

Bleeding (Botanical Term) Definition:In botany, bleeding refers to the exudation of sap or other plant fluids from a wound or incision in a plant’s vascular system, particularly...

Sow Vegetables Outdoors: Carrots, Beetroot, Peas & More As spring soil begins to warm and daylight hours stretch out, it’s time to start sowing some...

Grow Guide: Dicentra (Bleeding Heart) Botanical name: Dicentra spectabilis (also known as Lamprocapnos spectabilis)Common name: Bleeding HeartFamily: PapaveraceaeType: Herbaceous perennialHardiness: RHS H6 – hardy down to −20°C (USDA zones 3–9) At a Glance Bloom...

Grow Guide: Kerria japonica and Kerria japonica ‘Pleniflora’ Bright spring flowers for easy, informal gardens Plant Overview FeatureKerria japonica (Single)Kerria japonica ‘Pleniflora’ (Double)FamilyRosaceaeRosaceaeTypeDeciduous shrubDeciduous shrubHardinessRHS H6 (–20°C to –15°C)RHS...

Dahlias are among the most spectacular summer flowers, prized for their bold colours and dramatic forms. But in May, they’re still in their early...

May is a crucial month for roses in the UK garden. With warm days and cool nights, roses begin to push out fresh green...

Strong Plants, Better Harvests By May, tomato seedlings sown in early spring will be ready for their next stage of growth. Whether you’re growing them...

Sweet Peas in May: Tie In, Feed, and Get Ready for Blooms Sweet peas are a classic cottage garden favourite, loved for their delicate fragrance...