The Ultimate Guide to Growing Philadelphus (Mock Orange) in Your UK Garden
Discover how to grow and care for Philadelphus, the fragrant mock orange shrub. Learn about top varieties, planting tips, and more for your UK garden.
Recommended shrubs and trees for all garden aspects
Guide to Acer Tree Care: Tips for Healthy Growth & Maintenance
Essential advice & best care & practises for preserving the health & beauty of your Acer tree. Pruning, fertiliser, pest and disease control, soil needs, irrigation, and winter care are some of the subjects discussed.
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.
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
Advice on Weigela Pruning. How to get this foxglove-like shrub flowering every year. When to prune Weigela for better blooms.
Looking after your Passion Flower
A quick guide to growing, pruning and feeding Passiflora caerulea. An introduction to other varieties of the Passion Flower
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.