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Should You Tease Out Roots Before Planting?

A Practical but Scientifically Grounded View Among professional gardeners, this question divides opinion. Some always tease roots. Others never do. The correct answer sits somewhere in...

When should I plant eucomis bulbs?

Although eucomis can withstand temperatures down to -6C, I would not plant out until the Frosts have finished. This is usually the end of...

Why are my banana leaves going yellow?

Musa Basjoo are famous for their wonderful paddle leaves so when those leaves start turning yellow it is a cause for concern. Although bananas...

Are dahlia bulbs hardy

Dahlia bulbs are, in general, not hardy. Some dahlias in a sheltered position might survive the winter but they will need a good covering...

Can the Traveller’s Palm be grown in the UK?

Can the travellers palm (Ravenala madagascariensis) be grown in the united Kingdom? With great difficulty. They will only tolerate temperatures down to freezing. This rules them...

Will my cold damaged Cordyline survive?

Cordylines have taken a beating over the 2022/23 winter. The combination of snow and freezing temperatures has caused many to present with browning leaves...

Do daffodils kill other flowers in the same vase?

Daffodils look great in a display with other flowers but daffodils kill other flowers in the same vase? Yes, daffodils do make other flowers wilt...

 Crocosmias

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to grow Crocosmias in the UK Crocosmias, commonly known as montbretia, are vibrant and attractive perennial plants that produce...

How to Grow Winter Aconites

Winter aconites (Eranthis hyemalis) are charming and resilient early bloomers, adorning your garden with a burst of cheerful yellow blooms during the late winter...

What’s the Best Ceanothus for a UK Garden?

Ceanothus, often called California lilac, is a stunning addition to UK gardens, prized for its vibrant blue flowers, fast growth, and evergreen foliage. While...

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