Bumper summer for butterflies
Our gardens could be on the brink of a bumper summer of butterflies, with a warm, dry spring and a very hot early summer raising hopes of an abundant season for some of the nation’s best-loved species…
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Gardening jobs for August
August is often one of the warmest and busiest months in the gardening calendar. While many plants are at their peak, it is also a time when gardens require consistent care to remain healthy and productive. Hot weather, occasional drought, and the demands of harvesting can quickly take their toll if essential maintenance is neglected. At the same time, August …
FLOWER FOCUS
The giant amongst indoor bulbs
Hippeastrum are popular gifts at Christmas. They are often commonly known as amaryllis and, by following a few easy tips, th…
Single roses
Bees love the easy access to these single flowered petal roses which offer a more natural option for the rose lover. More ga…
How I get more flowers on my roses
Dorset retired teacher Joss Orton is now passionate about roses and here shares some of the things he has learnt on how to p…
Cosmic cosmos!
Once you learn how to grow cosmos, a favourite annual for summer garden colour, and realise just quite how easy it is, you’l…
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Practical solutions like replacing high allergen plants and shrubs and employing a sensible regime …
