Sting (Thuja occidentalis) was bred by Tim Wood, a prolific plant breeder who has introduced numerous popular plants over the years. Sting has a mature height of 4.6-6.1 metres and an impossibly ...
Care requirements: Full sun to partial shade; well-drained to heavy clay soils ...
There are many different types of gardens…water gardens, butterfly gardens, herb gardens, rose gardens and moon gardens. You ...
Companion planting is an art worth mastering no matter what you’re growing in your garden. Vegetable gardeners have long ...
Deciduous (leafy) trees and shrubs are best pruned in March and April before new growth begins. The exceptions are maples and birch, which bleed sap if pruned too early in spring, so delay their ...
With the colours of spring emerging, there's no better time to get out and explore the stunning sights of the North East as ...
Sempervivums: These are pretty irresistible with an array of colors and textures, from purples to silvers to greens, and some even have a delicate webbing. Great for outdoor pots/containers, rock ...
With spring on the horizon, gardeners need to watch out for slugs munching on their plants. Here are some top expert tips to ...
Q: What do I do about the warm winter we are experiencing? My azaleas are in bloom. Do I cut them back after blooming as I usually do in April? — Nancy Taylor, email ...
The National Garden Scheme has unveiled the location of three secret Norfolk gardens that the public will be able to visit throughout March 2025.
Rhododendrons add color and textural interest to any garden. Blooming in primary or pastel hues, they are evergreen, ...