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Growing tips UK
How to keep weeds at bay
16:07:20 22nd July 2010
16:07:20 22nd July 2010 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts often face being pulled in multiple directions during summer, according to Grow It magazine. The publication...... Read More
Watch out for slugs, gardeners warned
17:07:20 16th July 2010
17:07:20 16th July 2010 The recent wet weather may be good for giving your plants a good soak, but the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has warned that it could...... Read More
RHS to rekindle love for trees and shrubs
16:07:20 13th July 2010
16:07:20 13th July 2010 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts who find they have become caught up in caring for their herbaceous perennials have been encouraged to...... Read More
Get out of the gardening rut
16:07:20 12th July 2010
16:07:20 12th July 2010 New figures from Ronseal show that a large number of Brits are stuck in a gardening rut. The statistics show that 42 per cent of homeowners...... Read More
North-west hit with hosepipe ban
16:07:20 9th July 2010
16:07:20 9th July 2010 Garden and greenhouse fans in the north-west of England have been hit with their first hosepipe ban in 14 years following the driest start...... Read More
July garden and greenhouse advice
16:07:20 8th July 2010
16:07:20 8th July 2010 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts often enjoy the month of July as a time when they can relax a little and take pleasure in the fruits of...... Read More
New plants and trees require more watering
16:06:20 30th June 2010
16:06:20 30th June 2010 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts have been warned that new plants and trees could require even more watering than usual after it emerged...... Read More
Greenhouse-loving Britons urged to strike right balance
16:06:20 14th June 2010
16:06:20 14th June 2010 British interest in growing fruit and vegetables in back gardens is now bigger than ever, it has been claimed. According to Anna-Marie DeSouza,...... Read More
How to quickly improve the garden
18:05:20 21st May 2010
18:05:20 21st May 2010 Garden and greenhouse owners have been given some summer tips for quickly improving their green space. With the warmer months approaching,...... Read More
RHS Wisley to host two events
18:05:20 18th May 2010
18:05:20 18th May 2010 Garden and greenhouse fans will be able to see a spectacular display of floral delights at the Royal Horticultural Society's (RHS) Garden...... Read More
Watch out for late frosts, gardeners warned
19:05:20 14th May 2010
19:05:20 14th May 2010 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts have been warned that there may be some late frosts this month that could take them and their plants by...... Read More
Greenhouse tips for May
18:05:20 12th May 2010
18:05:20 12th May 2010 The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has provided greenhouse owners with a number of hints and tips for the month of May. With temperatures...... Read More
Troublesome pest for blueberry growers
17:05:20 7th May 2010
17:05:20 7th May 2010 Garden and greenhouse owners who grow blueberries have been warned to watch out for a troublesome pest. According to Horticulture Week, the...... Read More
Understanding the weather in May
14:05:20 6th May 2010
14:05:20 6th May 2010 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts have been given some advice on how the weather during May can affect their plants. The Royal Horticultural...... Read More
Garden and greenhouse tips for May
17:05:20 5th May 2010
17:05:20 5th May 2010 Garden and greenhouse owners are now well into the month of May and might be looking forward to a long summer during which their plants will...... Read More
Gardens and greenhouses are great stress-busters
19:05:20 4th May 2010
19:05:20 4th May 2010 Getting your hands dirty and growing something in the garden or greenhouse is a great way to relieve stress, it has been claimed. According...... Read More
Brits in for wet weekend
17:04:20 30th April 2010
17:04:20 30th April 2010 Brits looking forward to the May bank holiday weekend might be disappointed to hear that it could be a little damp. According to the Met...... Read More
RHS to host London garden tour
17:04:20 28th April 2010
17:04:20 28th April 2010 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts in London are being invited to take part in a city-wide event this bank holiday Monday. The Royal Horticultural...... Read More
Gardeners invited to greenhouse attraction
17:04:20 27th April 2010
17:04:20 27th April 2010 Garden enthusiasts have been invited to a major greenhouse attraction to pick up hints and tips from the experts. The Eden Project is allowing...... Read More
Gardens need watering during spring
18:04:20 26th April 2010
18:04:20 26th April 2010 Garden and greenhouse owners should not be taken in by the April showers hitting their green space this month, it has been claimed. According...... Read More
RHS' spring 'to do' list
16:04:20 23rd April 2010
16:04:20 23rd April 2010 The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has welcomed the coming of spring by producing a list of things garden and greenhouse owners should...... Read More
Spring greenhouse advice
16:04:20 19th April 2010
16:04:20 19th April 2010 Greenhouse owners and those with plants growing inside their house may wish to heed some advice from one of the country's main botanic...... Read More
Northumberland gardeners to get free advice
16:04:20 16th April 2010
16:04:20 16th April 2010 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts in the Northumberland area are this weekend (April 17th and 18th) able to get free horticultural advice...... Read More
Introduce kids to garden and greenhouse
15:04:20 15th April 2010
15:04:20 15th April 2010 Introducing your children to the garden and greenhouse can be a great way of educating them about the natural world, it has been claimed....... Read More
The Edible Garden lacking in tips
17:04:20 7th April 2010
17:04:20 7th April 2010 Garden and greenhouse fans hoping to pick up a host of helpful hints and tips from The Edible Garden will be left wanting, it has been claimed....... Read More
RHS releases gardening app
16:04:20 6th April 2010
16:04:20 6th April 2010 Tech-savvy garden and greenhouse fans may be interested to hear that the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has released a new tool for assisting...... Read More
Advice on getting the best from cabbages
16:03:20 29th March 2010
16:03:20 29th March 2010 A garden and greenhouse expert has given food growers advice on how to get the best out of their cabbages. Huddersfield Examiner contributor...... Read More
City dwellers can grow food too
16:03:20 24th March 2010
16:03:20 24th March 2010 Having a large garden and greenhouse can be good for growing fruit and vegetables, but even those with limited space should be able to...... Read More
Northumberland gardeners get tips
16:03:20 23rd March 2010
16:03:20 23rd March 2010 Northumberland garden and greenhouse fans were today (March 23rd) given a chance to tap the brains of a horticultural expert. Award-winning...... Read More
Spring being delayed by long winter
16:03:20 11th March 2010
16:03:20 11th March 2010 Garden and greenhouse fans have been made to wait for the growing season to begin, thanks to a longer than usual winter. That is the opinion...... Read More
London gardeners to get new growing tips
15:03:20 8th March 2010
15:03:20 8th March 2010 Londoners will soon have a new place to go for tips on how to use their garden and greenhouse to grow their own fruit and vegetables Online...... Read More
How to get a head start on sunflower seeds
14:02:20 26th February 2010
14:02:20 26th February 2010 UK gardeners can get a head start on growing sunflowers by placing them in the greenhouse, it has been suggested. Growers can use their...... Read More
Garden and greenhouse advice: How to avoid rat problems
13:02:20 23rd February 2010
13:02:20 23rd February 2010 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts should avoid putting kitchen waste onto their compost heap, it has been claimed. According to BBC...... Read More
February fruit growing tips
14:02:20 17th February 2010
14:02:20 17th February 2010 Brits intending to use their garden or greenhouse to grow fruit this year should take their cue from the weather, it has been suggested....... Read More
Take a stroll for garden and greenhouse inspiration
12:02:20 16th February 2010
12:02:20 16th February 2010 As winter gives way to spring, Brits may be thinking about starting work in the garden and greenhouse in order to create a beautiful...... Read More
Work begins now for summer gardeners
12:02:20 15th February 2010
12:02:20 15th February 2010 The time is right for Britain's garden and greenhouse enthusiasts to start working towards creating their perfect green space. Putting...... Read More
How to get a London allotment
15:02:20 12th February 2010
15:02:20 12th February 2010 Garden and greenhouse owners in London who are considering stepping up their food growing could consider an allotment. The extra land...... Read More
Guardian: Don't be put off growing potatoes
13:02:20 11th February 2010
13:02:20 11th February 2010 Garden and greenhouse owners should not be put off growing their own potatoes by the blight that has swept the UK in the past three...... Read More
Buckinghamshire garden awarded new status
14:02:20 9th February 2010
14:02:20 9th February 2010 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts in Buckinghamshire may be interested to know that a local horticultural attraction has undergone a...... Read More
Britain's garden and greenhouse skills 'have been lost', says Titchmarsh
10:01:20 26th January 2010
10:01:20 26th January 2010 An over-reliance on technology has caused Britons to lose their inherent ability to grow their own fruit and vegetables, it has been...... Read More
Gardeners 'must join together for biodiversity'
11:01:20 21st January 2010
11:01:20 21st January 2010 Every garden and greenhouse enthusiast in Britain has a responsibility to help wildlife flourish, it has been claimed. According to the...... Read More
Welsh council to turn more land over to allotments
18:01:20 15th January 2010
18:01:20 15th January 2010 Local authorities in Aberystwyth are to create dozens more allotments across the city in a bid to enable more of its residents to grow...... Read More
First signs of spring begin to show despite the snow
15:01:20 14th January 2010
15:01:20 14th January 2010 Many gardeners will have started to notice the days getting longer, with the gloom of December soon to be a distant memory. With the...... Read More
Snowy garden advice issued
18:01:20 11th January 2010
18:01:20 11th January 2010 Garden and greenhouse fans have been inundating the Royal Horticultural Society with calls asking for advice on protecting their plants...... Read More
Advice on bracket fungi
17:01:20 8th January 2010
17:01:20 8th January 2010 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts may be interested in the latest advice from the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) on dealing with bracket...... Read More
RHS gives winter gardening tips
17:01:20 7th January 2010
17:01:20 7th January 2010 The UK may be blanketed in a carpet of snow at the moment, but the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has suggested that garden and greenhouse...... Read More
Check out RHS gardens this winter
16:01:20 5th January 2010
16:01:20 5th January 2010 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts have been encouraged to visit the Royal Horticultural Society's (RHS) Recommended Gardens this winter....... Read More
Considerations when choosing a tree
15:01:20 4th January 2010
15:01:20 4th January 2010 Garden and greenhouse growers who have a small area of green space often have to work hard to make the most of the available land. Limited...... Read More
Trees offer gardeners 'many years of satisfaction and pleasure'
10:12:20 31st December 2009
10:12:20 31st December 2009 When it comes to value-for-money in the garden, nothing can beat a simple tree, the head of arboretum at the Royal Botanic Gardens,...... Read More
Don offers Christmas tips for gardeners
17:12:20 21st December 2009
17:12:20 21st December 2009 Garden and greenhouse expert Monty Don has distributed some last-minute Christmas shopping advice for those buying for horticulture...... Read More
Christmas holiday gardening tips
17:12:20 14th December 2009
17:12:20 14th December 2009 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts have been advised that while their domain is likely to take care of itself over the Christmas holidays,...... Read More
Composting tips for garden and greenhouse fans
17:12:20 11th December 2009
17:12:20 11th December 2009 The Daily Mail has published a list of tips for garden and greenhouse enthusiasts who wish to make their own organic compost. It suggested...... Read More
Gardening site offers Christmas gifts
14:12:20 4th December 2009
14:12:20 4th December 2009 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts looking to get others interested in horticulture may be interested in the range of Christmas gifts...... Read More
Winter garden and greenhouse tips
14:11:20 30th November 2009
14:11:20 30th November 2009 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts have been given some seasonal tips on the subject of preparing for the festive period. According to...... Read More
Re-think garden planning, growers told
15:11:20 16th November 2009
15:11:20 16th November 2009 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts have been encouraged to re-think how they go about planning their green space when moving home. According...... Read More
New book to educate garden and greenhouse fans on bulbs
15:11:20 4th November 2009
15:11:20 4th November 2009 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts may be interested in a new book from The Tulip author Anna Pavord. Bulb is a guide to the best-looking...... Read More
Tomato growers told to sniff plants
18:11:20 3rd November 2009
18:11:20 3rd November 2009 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts who grow tomatoes should look out for plants giving off a distinctive odour. The Royal Horticultural...... Read More
Pumpkin tips for Halloween 2010
12:10:20 29th October 2009
12:10:20 29th October 2009 A national newspaper has given garden and greenhouse enthusiasts tips for growing pumpkins for Halloween 2010. Across the UK, kids will...... Read More
Growers 'can inject colour with acers'
18:10:20 23rd October 2009
18:10:20 23rd October 2009 Garden and greenhouse growers looking to inject some autumn colour into their green space may wish to consider acers. According to the...... Read More
Guardian distributes greenhouse tips for autumn
14:10:20 12th October 2009
14:10:20 12th October 2009 A national newspaper has given garden and greenhouse owners some growing tips to take into the autumn and winter seasons. The Guardian...... Read More
Greenhouse owners 'can save cash with fresh food'
13:10:20 2nd October 2009
13:10:20 2nd October 2009 Garden and greenhouse owners looking to save money on food should always cook from scratch, it has been claimed. According to Woman &...... Read More
Couple set up garden and greenhouse blog
16:09:20 18th September 2009
16:09:20 18th September 2009 A horticulture blog has been set up by a couple of garden and greenhouse enthusiasts in Chipping Norton, it has been revealed. The...... Read More
How to repair a damaged garden and greenhouse hose
13:09:20 17th September 2009
13:09:20 17th September 2009 Garden and greenhouse growers have been given some advice on how to repair a faulty hose. According to In2Town magazine, fixing a problem...... Read More
Garden and greenhouse lovers should grow asters for 'autumn garden colour'
12:09:20 8th September 2009
12:09:20 8th September 2009 A national newspaper has given garden and greenhouse fans a hint for keeping their outdoor space looking good during autumn. Those who...... Read More
Garden and greenhouse website adds new topics
11:09:20 7th September 2009
11:09:20 7th September 2009 Garden and greenhouse fans may be interested to hear the latest news from a horticulture website. PerennialFlowerGardening.com has now...... Read More
Wisley Flower Show set for changes
12:09:20 4th September 2009
12:09:20 4th September 2009 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts have been told this year's Wisley Flower Show will be different from normal. Aside from the fact it...... Read More
"Sour grapes" over veggie ban
13:08:20 27th August 2009
13:08:20 27th August 2009 A Barnsley garden and greenhouse enthusiast claims he has been blacklisted by local horticultural shows for winning too much. Barry Micklethwaite...... Read More
Garden blogger gives growing tips
13:08:20 26th August 2009
13:08:20 26th August 2009 A London vegetable grower, who started his own vegetable garden on his balcony has been distributing growing tips. Speaking to the Londonist,...... Read More
University to open gardens to the public
13:08:20 25th August 2009
13:08:20 25th August 2009 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts may be interested to hear the colleges in Cambridge are to open their grounds to the public. The event...... Read More
Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts invited to radio show
12:08:20 24th August 2009
12:08:20 24th August 2009 The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has revealed its Garden Harlow Carr site will host BBC Radio 4's Gardeners' Question time annual...... Read More
Apple growers offered harvesting advice
11:08:20 21st August 2009
11:08:20 21st August 2009 Gardening enthusiasts have been offered advice on how best to harvest their apples. Whether growing the fruit outdoors or in greenhouses,...... Read More
Expert tips for growing cucumbers
10:08:20 20th August 2009
10:08:20 20th August 2009 Gardening enthusiasts may be interested to read the tips offered by one vegetable grower on how to achieve the perfect cucumber. Lia Leendertz,...... Read More
UK gardener celebrates top crop award
16:08:20 19th August 2009
16:08:20 19th August 2009 A British gardener has retained his top gardening accolade at a recent event. The 64th Northwood Annual Show saw gardeners and greenhouse...... Read More
Climate change 'makes Mediterranean garden achievable'
13:08:20 17th August 2009
13:08:20 17th August 2009 Brits can now enjoy the benefits of a Mediterranean garden in the UK, according to a celebrity grower. TV personality Monty Don was writing...... Read More
RHS Garden Wisley to host educational week
12:08:20 13th August 2009
12:08:20 13th August 2009 The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is set to host a special event as part of British Science Week. Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts...... Read More
Basil crops threatened by new disease
17:08:20 12th August 2009
17:08:20 12th August 2009 Sweet basil and other lamiaceae grown in the UK could be under threat from a new disease, never seen before in the country. According...... Read More
Potting parties to get kids into gardening
14:08:20 10th August 2009
14:08:20 10th August 2009 Greenhouse and garden lovers looking to get their kids interested in their pastime may be interested to hear of a new activity. The Potting...... Read More
Garden museum offers greenhouse enthusiasts internship
13:08:20 7th August 2009
13:08:20 7th August 2009 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts looking to make a career out of their hobby may be interested in a newly-advertised role. One newly-qualified...... Read More
Gardeners' World presenter attends composting convention
17:07:20 28th July 2009
17:07:20 28th July 2009 A recent event dedicated to the art of green horticulture was attended by a celebrity grower, it has been revealed. The BBC's Gardeners'...... Read More
RHS changes foreign exchange programme
13:07:20 27th July 2009
13:07:20 27th July 2009 The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has announced an amendment to one of its international scholarship programmes. For 60 years, the body...... Read More
Be careful of sun exposure, Brits warned
14:07:20 23rd July 2009
14:07:20 23rd July 2009 Those who spend a lot of time in the garden and greenhouse may wish to pay attention to recent advice on exposure to the sun. Overexposure...... Read More
European pest begins breeding on UK shores
12:07:20 22nd July 2009
12:07:20 22nd July 2009 Garden and greenhouse lovers have been warned to watch out for the emergence of a southern European pest, which is said to be breeding in...... Read More
Kids to go free at RHS Rosemoor events
13:07:20 21st July 2009
13:07:20 21st July 2009 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts looking to treat their kids to a day out that they might also enjoy may wish to head to the Royal Horticultural...... Read More
RHS to host Dig Together Day
13:07:20 17th July 2009
13:07:20 17th July 2009 Garden and greenhouse growers are being asked to unite and pass on growing tips to the next generation of enthusiasts. The Royal Horticultural...... Read More
Garden Wisley to host Berrylicious Weekend
15:07:20 15th July 2009
15:07:20 15th July 2009 Garden and greenhouse lovers with an interest in growing fruit might wish to head to the Royal Horticultural Society's (RHS) Garden Wisley...... Read More
Growing your own 'becoming more popular'
17:07:20 13th July 2009
17:07:20 13th July 2009 An increasing number of people are saving money and staying healthy by using their gardens, greenhouses and windowsills to cultivate food,...... Read More
New Hybrid Tea rose is "comfortably traditional"
12:07:20 10th July 2009
12:07:20 10th July 2009 Those who are in their element in a greenhouse may want to know more about a "comfortably traditional" Hybrid Tea rose introduced...... Read More
Schools 'should encourage gardening among youngsters'
11:07:20 3rd July 2009
11:07:20 3rd July 2009 Children should be encouraged to learn outdoor and greenhouse growing skills, an expert has asserted. Garden Organic knowledge development...... Read More
RHS to host strawberry growing event
13:07:20 2nd July 2009
13:07:20 2nd July 2009 Gardeners interested in using their greenhouse and outdoor space to grow their own food may wish to head to the Royal Horticultural Society's...... Read More
Growers help cure royal trees
13:06:20 30th June 2009
13:06:20 30th June 2009 Horticulturalists working to help five horse chestnuts in the grounds of Buckingham Palace are expected to announce the specimens have overcome...... Read More
Concentrate on "plain and simple" foods
13:06:20 29th June 2009
13:06:20 29th June 2009 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts who grow their own food may already know that eating healthily and cost-effectively can go hand in hand....... Read More
Darwin's descendant talks plant into growing
13:06:20 24th June 2009
13:06:20 24th June 2009 Garden and greenhouse lovers may be tempted to head down to their local library after a study showed reading to your plants my encourage...... Read More
RHS gears up for sunny the Hampton Court Palace Flower Show
12:06:20 23rd June 2009
12:06:20 23rd June 2009 With only weeks left until the Hampton Court Palace Flower Show, the Royal Horticultural Society has one eye on the weather. It announced...... Read More
Barratt recruits celebrity gardener for open days
12:06:20 22nd June 2009
12:06:20 22nd June 2009 Homebuilder Barratt has announced a celebrity horticulturalist will be appearing at a number of its developments in south Wales next month....... Read More
RHS advice on growing tomatoes
14:06:20 18th June 2009
14:06:20 18th June 2009 While the summer weather is here, garden and greenhouse enthusiasts may be interested in growing some of their own food. One of the more...... Read More
RHS Garden Wisley hosts Pinks and Carnations Open Day
14:06:20 17th June 2009
14:06:20 17th June 2009 Garden and greenhouse growers have today (June 17th) been heading to the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Garden Wisley's Pinks and Carnations...... Read More
Newspaper suggests garden gifts for Father's Day
13:06:20 15th June 2009
13:06:20 15th June 2009 With Father's Day (June 21st) fast approaching, a national newspaper has composed a list of possible gifts, with some suitable for dads...... Read More
RHS to host spicy garden and greenhouse show
13:06:20 12th June 2009
13:06:20 12th June 2009 Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts are being invited to the Hampton Court Palace Flower Show, which takes place from July 7th to 12th. The...... Read More
Harlow Carr to host beekeeping event
14:06:20 11th June 2009
14:06:20 11th June 2009 Gardeners looking to pick up tips and interesting information may wish to visit the Royal Horticultural Society's Harlow Carr this Saturday...... Read More
Lettuce growers 'should go old-school'
13:06:20 10th June 2009
13:06:20 10th June 2009 Greenhouse and garden enthusiasts hoping to try their hand at growing lettuce may be best to try the more traditional varieties, it has...... Read More
Garden and greenhouse growing tips for bearded irises
13:06:20 8th June 2009
13:06:20 8th June 2009 Garden and greenhouse growers who read the Daily Telegraph were given tips on growing bearded irises on Friday. The newspaper suggested every...... Read More
Garden expert advises planters for veg
12:05:20 29th May 2009
12:05:20 29th May 2009 With the good weather starting to show its face, some homeowners may be tempted to get out into their garden or greenhouse and try their...... Read More
Holker Garden Festival set to welcome celeb horticulturalist
13:05:20 27th May 2009
13:05:20 27th May 2009 Gardening expert and former TV host Monty Don is set to be one of the guests of honour at an upcoming green-fingered event. He will attend...... Read More
Growing herbs can save cash
12:05:20 26th May 2009
12:05:20 26th May 2009 Former Gardeners' World host Monty Don has told readers of a national newspaper they can save themselves a small fortune by growing their...... Read More
RHS awards investment firm with silver medal
12:05:20 20th May 2009
12:05:20 20th May 2009 The Royal Horticultural Society yesterday (May 19th) awarded Foreign and Colonial Investment Trust (FCIT) a silver medal at its Chelsea Flower...... Read More
RHS to teach sustainable gardening with pants
13:05:20 18th May 2009
13:05:20 18th May 2009 The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is to give gardeners tips on sustainable gardening at its Hampton Court Palace Flower Show, which takes...... Read More
Newspaper announces Chelsea Flower Show deals
12:05:20 14th May 2009
12:05:20 14th May 2009 The Daily Telegraph has announced its readers will be able to take advantage of a number of discounts in Chelsea during the Royal Horticultural...... Read More
Tips on keeping the garden safe
12:05:20 13th May 2009
12:05:20 13th May 2009 Lovers of gardens and greenhouses should take care to protect their domain during the summer months, it has been asserted. Expensive plants,...... Read More
Eggshells, coffee and vinegar to fertilise plants
12:05:20 11th May 2009
12:05:20 11th May 2009 Greenhouse growers wishing to inject some extra life into their favourite varieties need look no further than their own kitchen for ideas,...... Read More
'Pick up tips' during Adult Learners' Week
11:05:20 6th May 2009
11:05:20 6th May 2009 The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is encouraging gardeners to make the most of Adult Learners' Week by taking time to invest in some horticultural...... Read More
Tool company to offer garden makeover
12:05:20 5th May 2009
12:05:20 5th May 2009 A gardening hand tools company is set to give community green spaces the chance to benefit from a makeover. Fiskars is inviting horticulture...... Read More
New tree book set to be "essential reference work"
12:05:20 1st May 2009
12:05:20 1st May 2009 Gardeners looking to get their hands on some expert hints and tips have been invited to pick up a new book from the International Dendrology...... Read More
RHS to issue insect tips at Creepy-Crawly Week
12:04:20 30th April 2009
12:04:20 30th April 2009 The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) will provide tips on how insects can help garden and greenhouse enthusiasts at an upcoming event...... Read More
Kids to get gardening tips from Waitrose
13:04:20 29th April 2009
13:04:20 29th April 2009 Child gardeners will be able to pick up some growing tips from a supermarket firm and experts from the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS)...... Read More
Carlisle gardening show set to take place in May
12:04:20 23rd April 2009
12:04:20 23rd April 2009 Next month sees the Carlisle City Council Spring Show take place, with a range of floral and horticultural displays on offer for gardeners...... Read More
Flower history lecture booked for May 12th
12:04:20 22nd April 2009
12:04:20 22nd April 2009 Gardeners in London will soon be able to attend a lecture by the former director of the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew, according to the...... Read More
Garden tips available this summer at RHS Wisley
13:04:20 21st April 2009
13:04:20 21st April 2009 Greenhouse owners will be able to pick up tips from a panel of experts at Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Garden Wisley this summer....... Read More
Tips on 'recession gardening'
12:04:20 20th April 2009
12:04:20 20th April 2009 The Guardian has been drawing attention to the various ways of gardening frugally to help survive the recession. It says there has been...... Read More
Garden Harlow Carr to host Spring Plant Fair
14:04:20 17th April 2009
14:04:20 17th April 2009 Gardeners looking to pick up some tips can do so at the upcoming Royal Horticultural Society Garden Harlow Carr Spring Plant Fair. The...... Read More
RHS Cardiff this weekend
13:04:20 14th April 2009
13:04:20 14th April 2009 Gardeners in Wales will be able to pick up some horticulture tips this weekend at the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) show. The event...... Read More
RHS Kew unveils summer programme
13:04:20 9th April 2009
13:04:20 9th April 2009 The Royal Horticultural Society's (RHS) Kew Gardens has released its summer programme of events, with much of the focus on its 250th anniversary...... Read More
Gardeners given shot at Olympic glory
13:04:20 8th April 2009
13:04:20 8th April 2009 UK gardeners have been given the chance to write their name into the Olympic history books and showcase their work in front of an international...... Read More
Wormald's guidance on sweetcorn
12:04:20 6th April 2009
12:04:20 6th April 2009 Sunday Times garden expert Neil Wormald has been distributing some pearls of wisdom over what to do in the yard and greenhouse this week....... Read More
Historic castle gardens set to be opened to the public
13:04:20 3rd April 2009
13:04:20 3rd April 2009 Gardeners looking from some spring horticulture tips may consider heading to Cornwall in the near future. For the first time in 300 years,...... Read More
Gardeners encouraged to share food-growing tips
13:04:20 1st April 2009
13:04:20 1st April 2009 Gardeners across the UK are being encouraged to share their knowledge and tips about growing fruit and vegetables. As part of the We Will...... Read More
Great Dixter to continue distributing gardening tips
17:03:20 30th March 2009
17:03:20 30th March 2009 An East Sussex gardening attraction will continue to distribute advice through its training scheme for both novices and experts after its...... Read More
New garden experts to be produced from apprenticeship scheme
15:03:20 24th March 2009
15:03:20 24th March 2009 The nation's gardeners could soon have a new generation of horticulture experts following the news that a £1 million apprenticeship...... Read More
'Protect the garden' this summer
16:03:20 23rd March 2009
16:03:20 23rd March 2009 An insurance provider has reminded gardeners not to get complacent with security as the lighter nights come in. This Sunday (March 29th)...... Read More
RHS invites mothers and kids to Wisley
14:03:20 20th March 2009
14:03:20 20th March 2009 The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) is encouraging kids and big kids to treat their mums to a trip to its gardens at Wisley this weekend....... Read More
Blueberry tips from the RHS
13:03:20 19th March 2009
13:03:20 19th March 2009 Gardeners in the UK are able to grow blueberries either in their greenhouse or straight into the ground in a sheltered area. The plants...... Read More
James May garden to feature at RHS Chelsea
14:03:20 18th March 2009
14:03:20 18th March 2009 The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Chelsea Flower Show is to feature the work of a renowned petrol-head. While fast cars and gardens...... Read More
New sponsor for Campaign for School Gardening
16:03:20 17th March 2009
16:03:20 17th March 2009 Waitrose has been announced as the new sponsor of the Royal Horticultural Society's (RHS) Campaign for School Gardening. The deal is set...... Read More
Time to sow tomato seeds
22:03:20 16th March 2009
22:03:20 16th March 2009 With the UK having all but bid farewell to winter and the last frost with it, now is a good time to think about sowing tomato seeds. The...... Read More
Time is right to grow Rocket
18:03:20 13th March 2009
18:03:20 13th March 2009 The season for sowing vegetable seeds is upon us and gardeners looking for a taste of the Mediterranean may wish to try their hand at the...... Read More
Its nearly turnip time
19:03:20 12th March 2009
19:03:20 12th March 2009 Gardeners busy preparing their vegetable patches and greenhouses for sowing this year's spring crops will know that it is almost the ideal...... Read More
Lettuces - staple vegetable or beginners' graveyard?
18:03:20 11th March 2009
18:03:20 11th March 2009 Gardeners with a love for salads may wish to try growing their own lettuce this spring to give the healthy meal a personal touch. Growing...... Read More
Time is right to sow carrots
18:03:20 10th March 2009
18:03:20 10th March 2009 With spring forcing itself upon us, gardeners looking to establish their market garden may wish to start preparing to sow their carrot...... Read More
Good time to sow pepper seeds
18:03:20 9th March 2009
18:03:20 9th March 2009 With February now long gone, now is a good time to start growing peppers either in the greenhouse or on a warm windowsill. Peppers, chillies...... Read More
Gardening kids get to meet Titchmarsh
19:02:20 27th February 2009
19:02:20 27th February 2009 A pair of gardening enthusiasts recently got their wish after writing into a TV show asking for a favour. But it was Alan Titchmarsh...... Read More
New Gardeners' World series 'will hit screens too late'
18:02:20 24th February 2009
18:02:20 24th February 2009 The decision of schedulers to delay the broadcast of the new series of Gardeners' World could have a significant impact on enthusiasts,...... Read More
How to get some unusual seeds
18:02:20 17th February 2009
18:02:20 17th February 2009 Gardeners planning what to grow in their greenhouses and gardens this year may wish to have a look through some specialist seed catalogues...... Read More
One Show host to open garden show
19:02:20 13th February 2009
19:02:20 13th February 2009 Gardeners in north Wales will be able to trade tips with One Show presenter Christine Walkden at the upcoming Llangollen Gardening Show....... Read More
Cheap way to lick the garden into shape
18:02:20 5th February 2009
18:02:20 5th February 2009 A celebrity gardener has advised those who love to spend time in their greenhouse and garden that they can upgrade the area quickly and...... Read More
Shake off the snow, says BBC
18:02:20 2nd February 2009
18:02:20 2nd February 2009 While gardens may look pretty when covered in snow, gardeners should be aware that a little effort can help avoid damage to plants. Heavy...... Read More
Good time to prepare potatoes
17:01:20 29th January 2009
17:01:20 29th January 2009 Gardeners should dust off their gloves and get back out into the garden and greenhouse as the growing season will soon be upon us. One...... Read More
Plant sweet peas under glass now
17:01:20 28th January 2009
17:01:20 28th January 2009 Now is the time to sow sweet pea seeds under glass in greenhouses or inside next to well-lit windows. That is the view of horticulturalists...... Read More
Historical garden to be restored
15:01:20 23rd January 2009
15:01:20 23rd January 2009 An historical London garden is to be renovated at a cost of almost half a million pounds, it has been reported. Myddelton House Gardens...... Read More
How to keep growing through the frost and snow
11:01:20 21st January 2009
11:01:20 21st January 2009 The UK has been bashed by snow, sleet and frosts over the past week or so and although this may create picturesque vistas, it can also...... Read More
College inspires gardeners with new rose garden
16:01:20 15th January 2009
16:01:20 15th January 2009 A Wiltshire college has taken it upon itself to help inspire local gardeners by providing a new learning environment for its horticulture...... Read More
Mulch to do for gardeners in January
17:01:20 14th January 2009
17:01:20 14th January 2009 Gardeners short of ideas to keep them busy in their garden or greenhouse over the colder months should look no further than the Daily...... Read More
Enhance the other senses in the garden
17:01:20 9th January 2009
17:01:20 9th January 2009 Britain's gardens and greenhouses can be used to educate gardeners about the different fragrances that come with plants. While winter...... Read More
Use winter light to identify garden 'hotspots'
17:01:20 8th January 2009
17:01:20 8th January 2009 Gardeners can use the winter months to assess the aesthetics of their garden and make use of the unique light at this time of year to...... Read More
RHS' winter gardening tips
20:01:20 6th January 2009
20:01:20 6th January 2009 It's the first week of January and the festive celebrations are becoming a distant memory. This means that gardeners are once again free...... Read More
A journey through a gardener's life at RHS Chelsea Flower Show
12:01:20 5th January 2009
12:01:20 5th January 2009 Plant-lovers will be able to see their horticultural life flash before their eyes at this year's Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) Chelsea...... Read More
A trip to Kew just the ticket to vanquish winter blues
14:01:20 2nd January 2009
14:01:20 2nd January 2009 Gardeners fed up with the cold weather disrupting their pastime may wish to head to the Royal Botanical Gardens at Kew this month. The...... Read More
Advice on gardening courses from Bunny Guinness
14:12:20 24th December 2008
14:12:20 24th December 2008 Gardeners have been receiving advice on which type of gardening lessons to go for if they wish to boost their skill. While you can learn...... Read More
Pick up a free tip at a gardens Open Day
12:12:20 19th December 2008
12:12:20 19th December 2008 Gardeners looking for some good advice and a nice day out need look no further than the Waterperry Gardens Open Day in January. The...... Read More
Front Gardens lecture set for Ayr
17:12:20 17th December 2008
17:12:20 17th December 2008 The University of the West of Scotland is set to host the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) and the Scottish Agricultural College's...... Read More
Expert says now is the time to prune wisterias
15:12:20 16th December 2008
15:12:20 16th December 2008 A top gardening expert has advised gardeners to step out of their greenhouses and brave the December cold to prune climbing wisterias....... Read More
Flowers deemed fit for a president
17:12:20 15th December 2008
17:12:20 15th December 2008 As one of only two suppliers of Disa orchids in the world, New Zealand's Riverton Horticulture has been selected as an official supplier...... Read More
Watch Gardener of the Decade tonight
17:12:20 12th December 2008
17:12:20 12th December 2008 Gardeners looking for something to do tonight should take a break from the greenhouse, relax and watch someone else do the work. Sadly...... Read More
Winter gardening advice from the RHS
20:12:20 11th December 2008
20:12:20 11th December 2008 With just two weeks to go until Christmas it can be all too easy to forget about the garden and greenhouse. But the Royal Horticultural...... Read More
A wreath from your own garden
17:12:20 10th December 2008
17:12:20 10th December 2008 While many struggle to source meaningful gifts at Christmas time, gardeners have the perfect opportunity to bestow personalised gifts...... Read More
Colourful shrubs make for a colourful Christmas
08:12:20 10th December 2008
08:12:20 10th December 2008 While usually used for its healing properties, the witch hazel plant can also be grown in the UK during the winter. In factthe witch...... Read More
Expert Flowerdew imparts wisdom to greenhouse and garden lovers
17:12:20 4th December 2008
17:12:20 4th December 2008 Gardeners' Question Time panellist Bob Flowerdew has been advising horticulturists how to get the best out of their garden and greenhouse...... Read More
RHS on the benefits of protecting crops
13:11:20 27th November 2008
13:11:20 27th November 2008 Growing your own food can be a very pleasurable experience - especially when you sit down to a meal made from your own produce. The...... Read More
Greenhouse-loving gardeners can spend more time there - thanks to mulch
19:11:20 24th November 2008
19:11:20 24th November 2008 Those gardeners who just love spending time in their greenhouse can spend longer growing under glass by mulching their garden, it has...... Read More
Use foreign evergreens when UK favourites are hibernating in the greenhouse
18:11:20 21st November 2008
18:11:20 21st November 2008 A gardening expert has extolled the virtues of foreign plants, saying that they can add the energy that a UK garden lacks once the summer-time...... Read More
Growing under glass has property developer going bananas
16:11:20 7th November 2008
16:11:20 7th November 2008 A Gloucestershire man has done what the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) had written off as impossible. Mike Hillard has used his bespoke...... Read More
Plant bulbs now for next year
18:11:20 6th November 2008
18:11:20 6th November 2008 Autumn is the best time to plant bulbs in the garden and doing so normally means that it's time for gardeners to retire to the greenhouse...... Read More
Star of Bethlehem could brighten up autumn
13:10:20 30th October 2008
13:10:20 30th October 2008 Gardeners looking out into their garden with a tinge of sadness as autumn heralds the departure of many of the colourful and exotic flowers...... Read More
RHS advises on lawn maintenance
16:10:20 28th October 2008
16:10:20 28th October 2008 The Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has advised gardeners to prepare their lawns before they retire to the greenhouse for the winter....... Read More
Pensioners urged to garden for exercise
16:10:20 27th October 2008
16:10:20 27th October 2008 Getting out into the garden or greenhouse has been suggested as part of a list of activities that may make the UK's pensioners feel better...... Read More
Plant lilies in the greenhouse now
12:10:20 23rd October 2008
12:10:20 23rd October 2008 Now is a great time to begin planting lilies, according to the Royal Horticultural Society. Bulbs can be planted all the way through...... Read More
Tomatoes in the greenhouse
12:10:20 23rd October 2008
12:10:20 23rd October 2008 Greenhouses are great places for growing tomatoes, especially with the changeable UK weather. Growing tomatoes should be done in a quality...... Read More
Use the greenhouse for more needy plants
12:10:20 21st October 2008
12:10:20 21st October 2008 Although some wish to fill their gardens with plants from warmer climes, it is often best to have a greenhouse to grow and protect them...... Read More
Winter gardening tips from Ken Crowther
12:10:20 20th October 2008
12:10:20 20th October 2008 With November approaching, those gardeners who have not already done so should consider taking some pre-winter steps to protect and improve...... Read More
Alternative potato growing techniques
15:10:20 17th October 2008
15:10:20 17th October 2008 There are varied methods of growing potatoes in the garden or greenhouse. Aside from the traditional method, one can use a big pot, some...... Read More
Judy Fenyvesi advises on autumnal gardening
15:10:20 13th October 2008
15:10:20 13th October 2008 Garden Designing resident expert Judy Fenyvesi has been giving out tips on autumn gardening as the leaves begin to fall in the UK....... Read More
Composting the lawn
12:10:20 7th October 2008
12:10:20 7th October 2008 Gardening website weekendgardener.net has given advice on how to make sure the lawn stays looking great. It advises that spreading a layer...... Read More
Autumn's arrival gives gardeners plenty to ponder
17:10:20 1st October 2008
17:10:20 1st October 2008 Worcestershire County Council is holding a compost clinic for local residents as part of an attempt to provide support and advice about...... Read More
Growing your own a good way to fight fat
16:09:20 24th September 2008
16:09:20 24th September 2008 A recent study has shown that older people who diet but do not exercise lose more lean muscle than those who take part in exercise...... Read More
Gardening a simple pleasure
16:09:20 24th September 2008
16:09:20 24th September 2008 With the economic chaos continuing to drag the British public into a financial quagmire, many are looking for cheap and fun forms of...... Read More
Growing the miracle plant
17:09:20 23rd September 2008
17:09:20 23rd September 2008 Since ancient Egyptian times, garlic held the reputation of being a sort of 'cure-all' plant. Ancient Egyptians used it for strength...... Read More
Daily Mail promotes UK berries
16:09:20 16th September 2008
16:09:20 16th September 2008 The Daily Mail reported today that the UK's gardens and hedgerows are packed 'full of vitamins and antioxidants'. It listed a whole...... Read More
Dealing with Capsids
16:09:20 12th September 2008
16:09:20 12th September 2008 The Daily Telegraph's Helen Yemm has been discussing the problem of Capsid bugs, which have been particularly prevalent this year....... Read More
Grow exotic plants up a wall
17:09:20 9th September 2008
17:09:20 9th September 2008 The Daily Mail's Chris Beardshaw recommends growing exotic plants next to a wall to absorb the sun's warmth best. Walls absorb and reflect...... Read More
Cucumber nutrition
17:09:20 5th September 2008
17:09:20 5th September 2008 It was reported in the newspapers this week that supermarkets are risking the health of their customers by offering cut price deals...... Read More
Mediterranean garden for pensioners
16:09:20 3rd September 2008
16:09:20 3rd September 2008 The home secretary Jacqui Smith has helped open a Mediterranean themed garden in Worcestershire, it has been reported. Ms Smith opened...... Read More
Salad bacteria
16:09:20 3rd September 2008
16:09:20 3rd September 2008 A number of scare-stories have emerged recently surrounding the presence of bacteria in shop-bought salad. Cases of salmonella and E....... Read More
Prime time for greenhouse lettuce
18:09:20 1st September 2008
18:09:20 1st September 2008 With today being the first official day of autumn, now is a good time to start planting lettuce in the greenhouse. It doesn't take up...... Read More
Dung named as key ingredient for prize-winning vegetables
17:08:20 28th August 2008
17:08:20 28th August 2008 A keen gardener who has wowed judges in Fife with his vegetable-growing prowess has attributed his success to "old fashioned dung"....... Read More
Youth project gives youngsters gardening tips
18:08:20 27th August 2008
18:08:20 27th August 2008 Youngsters in Sunderland are helping to shelter locals from the financial implications of the credit crunch by handing out their home-grown...... Read More
Health experts encourage growing your own
17:08:20 22nd August 2008
17:08:20 22nd August 2008 Health experts have been extolling the virtues of growing your own produce, saying that it not only helps you eat ethically and healthily,...... Read More
Olympic veg
17:08:20 21st August 2008
17:08:20 21st August 2008 The Olympic Games are in full swing, with some of the world's finest athletes on display and world records been broken left, right and...... Read More
Growing the bank balance
17:08:20 19th August 2008
17:08:20 19th August 2008 With food prices growing, Brits are being encouraged to get outdoors and grow their own food to keep the bank balance looking healthy....... Read More
Grapevines in the garden
18:08:20 14th August 2008
18:08:20 14th August 2008 Grapevines are a useful and generally attractive crop which can be grown in the UK. Some varieties are more suited to the British climate...... Read More
Peas please
18:08:20 14th August 2008
18:08:20 14th August 2008 Although the summer months are best for growing peas, they can also be grown in the greenhouse throughout the year. Plant the pea plants...... Read More
Growing lettuce
17:08:20 13th August 2008
17:08:20 13th August 2008 Now is a good time to be harvesting lettuce if you've already planted some this year. For those who haven't, the best time to sow the...... Read More
Stagger your harvests
17:08:20 7th August 2008
17:08:20 7th August 2008 'Grow your own' fever is sweeping the nation with many people up and down the country warming to the idea of subsistence gardening. Unfortunately,...... Read More
Growing in bags
18:07:20 29th July 2008
18:07:20 29th July 2008 As growing your own fruit and vegetables becomes more and more popular, new, and even experienced gardeners, should learn the benefits of...... Read More
Gardeners urged to check their manure
15:07:20 25th July 2008
15:07:20 25th July 2008 Gardeners have been urged to check their manure this summer for the grassland herbicide aminopyralid. The Horticultural Trades Association...... Read More
Spicy salsa in a summer greenhouse
16:07:20 18th July 2008
16:07:20 18th July 2008 Growing a spicy salsa could give gardeners the perfect accompaniment to summer meal while providing fun and easy produce to grow in the...... Read More
Don't forget to feed the grass
17:07:20 17th July 2008
17:07:20 17th July 2008 This summer has seen some magnificent events played out on grass. Wimbledon, the British Open, Euro 2008 and Royal Ascot all provided thrills...... Read More
Prepare your garden for holidays
17:07:20 16th July 2008
17:07:20 16th July 2008 Those jetting off on holiday this summer would be well advised to prepare their garden for your absence. A recent survey by financial company...... Read More
Colin Evans gives advice on roses
17:07:20 15th July 2008
17:07:20 15th July 2008 Colin Evans has been extolling the virtues of roses on the BBC website this month. He said his favourites are Rosa "Munstead Wood",...... Read More
Height can add 'new dimensions to gardens'
17:07:20 14th July 2008
17:07:20 14th July 2008 Gardeners looking to add an extra dimension to their outdoor space should consider the effects of height, the Times reports. Writing in...... Read More
Weeding out the weeds
18:07:20 10th July 2008
18:07:20 10th July 2008 The summer months can be the best and most pleasant time to deal with weeds, although they can be an issue year-round. The best way of dealing...... Read More
Preventing wilting
18:07:20 10th July 2008
18:07:20 10th July 2008 Many gardeners find their success curtailed by common problems which are usually avoidable. Some in Britain this summer may find their plants...... Read More
Growing your own - essential kit
09:07:20 8th July 2008
09:07:20 8th July 2008 Brits are turning to their gardens in record numbers as food prices shoot up. Growing your own food hasn’t been such a popular idea...... Read More
Using your greenhouse to make you money
07:07:20 7th July 2008
07:07:20 7th July 2008 Gardeners can make hundreds of pounds a month by simply doing what they love, according to the Daily Express. With the uncertain financial...... Read More
'Safe to mow' in June
17:06:20 25th June 2008
17:06:20 25th June 2008 Areas where grass has been allowed to grow and where spring bulbs have been left to die down can be safely mown in June, sector commentator...... Read More
Composting tips offered
17:06:20 23rd June 2008
17:06:20 23rd June 2008 Sunday Times gardening expert Neil Wormald has offered readers some tips on which types of kitchen waste can be safely added to a garden's...... Read More
Gardeners 'should try something new'
17:06:20 23rd June 2008
17:06:20 23rd June 2008 An expert has advised keen greenhouse-owning gardeners to "try something new" and go for broke with Purple Smoke this summer....... Read More
Keep unruly plants 'in check'
17:06:20 19th June 2008
17:06:20 19th June 2008 Green spaces can be uncontrolled and often require some discipline to keep them in check, according to a sector commentator. Dan Pearson...... Read More
Slug prevention tips offered
17:06:20 18th June 2008
17:06:20 18th June 2008 Slugs could be a common sight in gardens up and down the country if the wet weather that is affecting much of Britain continues, according...... Read More
Soil identification tips provided
17:06:20 17th June 2008
17:06:20 17th June 2008 Ways for gardening enthusiasts to identify different types of soil have been listed by the Times. A bucket of water emptied onto the ground...... Read More
Roses "no bother at all"
17:06:20 13th June 2008
17:06:20 13th June 2008 As long as people make the right choices when purchasing roses, the blooms are no trouble at all, a sector commentator has asserted. Speaking...... Read More
Home-grown veg 'growing in popularity'
17:06:20 12th June 2008
17:06:20 12th June 2008 Gardening enthusiasts are increasingly adopting a positive stance towards domestic horticulture, it has been asserted. News agency Reuters...... Read More
Hoeing 'a good border technique'
17:06:20 10th June 2008
17:06:20 10th June 2008 Hoeing is an effective means by which to keep on top of weeds in garden borders, it has been asserted. Industry commentator Carolyn Spray...... Read More
Oriental poppies "divas" of the flower world
17:06:20 9th June 2008
17:06:20 9th June 2008 Oriental poppies have been identified as "divas" in the horticultural world, as they grab the garden limelight for ten or so days...... Read More
Cuttings 'a rewarding part of gardening'
17:06:20 6th June 2008
17:06:20 6th June 2008 While some gardening enthusiasts may be reluctant to harvest their flowers, they may could actually be helping out their flora, according...... Read More
Frost-hating vegetables 'can now be sown'
17:06:20 3rd June 2008
17:06:20 3rd June 2008 As June begins and temperatures rise, gardening enthusiasts can sow all their vegetables that dislike the frost, sector commentator Anna...... Read More
Hanging out to avoid the slugs
16:05:20 29th May 2008
16:05:20 29th May 2008 One of the most effective ways to avoid damage from snails and slugs is to grow produce in places that they cannot easily reach. Sector commentator...... Read More
Container gardening benefits noted
16:05:20 28th May 2008
16:05:20 28th May 2008 As horticultural enthusiasts ready themselves to introduce summer colour into their green spaces, they will no doubt be preparing plant pots...... Read More
Protect glasshouse produce, gardeners urged
17:05:20 14th May 2008
17:05:20 14th May 2008 Gardening enthusiasts who are keen to grow their own fruit and vegetables in greenhouses should take steps to protect their produce from...... Read More
Tomato tips
16:05:20 12th May 2008
16:05:20 12th May 2008 Gardening enthusiasts eager to try growing their own produce have been given a quick guide to tomatoes by expert Alys Fowler. She explains...... Read More
Delay sowing 'until soil is warm'
17:05:20 9th May 2008
17:05:20 9th May 2008 Gardening enthusiasts should postpone planting their seeds until the soil is "really warm", it has been suggested. Writing in the...... Read More
May 'good for beans'
17:05:20 2nd May 2008
17:05:20 2nd May 2008 As May continues and the weather begins to warm up, it is the perfect time to plant runner and French beans, a report in the Guardian's online...... Read More
Continental cuisine suggestions made
18:05:20 1st May 2008
18:05:20 1st May 2008 Fans of food from around Europe can create their very own gastronomic delights with grown in their gardens at home, it has been suggested....... Read More
'Establish a routine' with borders
18:04:20 30th April 2008
18:04:20 30th April 2008 Horticulturalists should establish routine habits with regard to their gardening endeavours, an industry commentator has suggested. Gardening...... Read More
Allotment advice
16:04:20 29th April 2008
16:04:20 29th April 2008 Those horticultural enthusiasts eager to grow their own produce either on an allotment or in their own garden have been given advice from...... Read More
Innovative strawberry ideas
17:04:20 28th April 2008
17:04:20 28th April 2008 Gardening enthusiasts who are eager to grow their own produce but do not have the space to do so need not despair, it has been asserted....... Read More
Teacher can't beat gardening Euphorbia
18:04:20 25th April 2008
18:04:20 25th April 2008 One allotmenteer is busily putting the finishing touches to his patch again this year - in preparation for its opening to the general public....... Read More
Herb growers 'can benefit from a greenhouse'
18:04:20 21st April 2008
18:04:20 21st April 2008 Those gardening enthusiasts who are keen to nurture some of the more delicate culinary herbs could certainly benefit from a greenhouse,...... Read More
Daff demise 'should spell summer'
15:04:20 18th April 2008
15:04:20 18th April 2008 With daffodils beginning to fade gardeners should be able to start welcoming in the summer, one local publication has stated. The Huntingdon...... Read More
Seed swapping 'a growing trend'
17:04:20 16th April 2008
17:04:20 16th April 2008 Swapping seeds is becoming an increasingly popular pastime among groups of gardeners living in and around London, it has been revealed....... Read More
Garden areas 'a paradise for kids'
16:04:20 15th April 2008
16:04:20 15th April 2008 The garden can be an ideal location for children to play in, while outdoor activity offers youngsters a wide range of fun options, it is...... Read More
Cambridge residents offered new gardening courses
17:04:20 11th April 2008
17:04:20 11th April 2008 Residents of Cambridge have been offered the chance to improve their gardening skills and their knowledge of how to use a greenhouse effectively....... Read More
Bright Lights Swiss Chard 'brightens the plot'
17:04:20 8th April 2008
17:04:20 8th April 2008 For anyone looking to add some colour to their garden plots this year the solution could be found in the form of a plant named the Bright...... Read More
Learn 'from plant behaviour'
17:04:20 1st April 2008
17:04:20 1st April 2008 Gardeners could learn a great deal about their plants from their behaviour, it has been asserted. Dan Pearson makes his comments in the...... Read More
Potatoes 'can be planted now'
17:03:20 31st March 2008
17:03:20 31st March 2008 Early potatoes can be planted now, as gardening enthusiasts prepare for April and the showers, it has been asserted. Alison Young makes...... Read More
Divide 'and conquer'
16:03:20 28th March 2008
16:03:20 28th March 2008 As the Easter break has passed and April approaches, gardeners should spring into action in the garden and divide clumps of snowdrops,...... Read More
Site 'the most important vegetable patch consideration'
17:03:20 26th March 2008
17:03:20 26th March 2008 Horticulturalists should take time to consider the location of their plot when planning to grow their own vegetables. Such is the assertion...... Read More
'Try propagation' during poor weather
17:03:20 19th March 2008
17:03:20 19th March 2008 Gardeners who are keen to get planting but who are hesitant to start seed could try propagating houseplants, it has been suggested. Cheryl...... Read More
March herb garden hints
18:03:20 18th March 2008
18:03:20 18th March 2008 Longer, warmer days in March provide gardening enthusiasts with greater opportunities to spend time in their herbs, whether they are in...... Read More
'Go green' this spring
16:03:20 17th March 2008
16:03:20 17th March 2008 Horticultural enthusiasts are often eager to introduce vivid colours - such as reds and yellows - into their gardens to brighten up their...... Read More
Vegetable plots 'should be near the house'
13:03:20 13th March 2008
13:03:20 13th March 2008 Gardening enthusiasts keen to begin growing their own produce should plan their vegetable patches to be as close to the house as possible,...... Read More
'Tidy borders' in March
13:03:20 10th March 2008
13:03:20 10th March 2008 March provides the perfect opportunity to clear up a garden and horticulturalists are encouraged to clear away debris from their borders....... Read More
March 'a time for pruning'
13:03:20 7th March 2008
13:03:20 7th March 2008 March is the time in the horticultural year to get out the shears and prune back any unruly foliage in gardens, greenhouses and conservatories....... Read More
How to maximise edible crops from the greenhouse
13:03:20 6th March 2008
13:03:20 6th March 2008 Early planting is a key way to make the most of edible produce from a greenhouse, the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) explains. The organisation...... Read More
Carrot-planting hints
17:03:20 5th March 2008
17:03:20 5th March 2008 Horticultural enthusiasts have been given advice on sowing carrot seeds from allotment expert Caroline Foley. Writing in the her Guardian...... Read More
Gardener develops green-fingered passion
16:02:20 29th February 2008
16:02:20 29th February 2008 Some people simply cannot help being carried away by their enthusiasm for gardening and throw themselves into the pastime with gusto....... Read More
Garden advice for springtime
17:02:20 28th February 2008
17:02:20 28th February 2008 With March just around the corner, master gardener Carol Link prepares for spring to be sprung in the garden. She tells the Gadsen Times...... Read More
Expert advises gardeners on growing
17:00:00 30th November 1999
17:01:20 22nd January 2009 A top gardening expert has dispensed winter tips for the garden and greenhouse in a national daily paper. Jekka McVicar is president...... Read More
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