Locked behind black steel doors in Northumberland, England, the Poison Garden at Alnwick Castle grows around ...
Gardening
To chill, or not to chill spring bulbs?
To chill, or not to chill? It’s an age-old question and one I get asked every ...
Summer trimming
It is probably an understatement to say we haven’t been having the best of summers in ...
Bee First Aid
Bees are not simply busy and a sound of summer – they are essential to our ...
Re-Growing from Scraps
For those who love to recycle and grow their own food; did you know that you ...
New Zealand Rose Society trials
Welcome to 2017, let’s hope it is a great year with many beautiful roses and good ...
What is your Garden Costing You?
It can be a scary exercise to sit down and work out exactly what is spent ...
The Importance of Aerating Your Lawn
If your lawn is having some drainage problems, if the ground is hard and compact, or if there are bare patches that will not grow, no matter how much you water and fertilise; then your lawn may need to be aerated.
Lemon essentials
Jane Bellerby discusses the basics of choosing and growing this versatile citrus
Summer Garden Love
Summer gardens need special love. Searing heat takes its toll on plants just like it does ...





