Hardy Hibiscus for the UK garden!
The hardy hibiscus really is a reliable shrub for growing in the UK. It will be a talking point for your neighbours as well as add a splash of the tropics to your garden.
Recommended shrubs and trees for all garden aspects
Scented evergreen climbers
Recently, I needed to cover a trellis to the front of my property. Wanting privacy and increase appeal, I wrote a list of scented evergreen climbers.
When to prune Weigela for more flowers
Beautiful garden shrubs: Weigela. Variegated foliage and masses of foxglove flowers in shades from red to white.
Looking after your Passion Flower
A quick guide to growing, pruning and feeding Passiflora caerulea. An introduction to other varieties of the Passion Flower
How to properly prune fruit trees
Fruit laden trees are a welcome sight in any garden. Pruning your fruit tree is one sure way to keep it healthy, looking great and producing an excellent yeild, year after year.
Growing a fig tree in the UK
For the past five years, I have been caring for a wonderful fig tree (Brown Turkey) in my south-westerly facing courtyard garden in a 12inch pot.