Guide to Gardening
Plant Care
Bulbs
Spring bulbs are some of the easiest flowers to grow. The bulbs come pre-programmed to produce a particular type of flower and, most importantly, come complete with their own stored food supply. This helps them to get through their dormant period and be ready to flower as early as possible in the new season. Bulb performance is very much affected by what happened to the bulb in the previous year.
Citrus
Every garden deserves a citrus tree. They’re incredible survivors, but will perform better and bear wonderful crops if they’re well cared for.
Cordylines for foliage colour
Palm-like plants that will bestow a tropical ambience to just about any garden.
Dahlias are back in fashion!
Garden fashions come in cycles and there’s no doubt that, right now, dahlias are back in vogue.
Growing Broccoli
Most home gardeners will find it easier to cultivate broccoli during the cooler months.
Lawns
An expanse of lawn is one of the most pleasing ways to cover a large area in the garden.
Rhubarb & Asparagus Time
June is the time of year to plant two favourite perennial edibles: rhubarb and asparagus.
Roses
Roses, the world’s favourite flowers, will live for many years and produce thousands of exquisite blooms if well cared for.
Vegetables
Your own homegrown vegetables taste much better and are fresher than any that you buy in the shops.
Zanzibar Gem – The perfect indoor plant?
The Zanzibar is a very hardy and attractive looking plant.