Have you noticed how much ivy is growing up trees in our hedgerows? I personally don’t like to see ivy growing up mature trees as I think it ruins the beauty of the individual tree. Ivy doesn’t have any detrimental … Read More
I know it’s hard to imagine at the moment with the weather so warm but we will soon be experiencing freezing conditions. With sub zero temperatures some plants will be vulnerable to death due to the frost. Plants most exposed … Read More
During my first trip to Kew Gardens in London, I was captivated by the history of the individual trees planted there. Quite timely – there is an English Oak growing there that was planted as an acorn brought back from … Read More
What a wonderful morning, sub-zero temperature, frost, blue sky and sun shining, my favourite weather. Not so good for my Melianthus Major (Honey Bush) which is just about to flower, it has got it’s seasons a little mixed up. I … Read More
I was delighted when I returned from my holiday to find all the plants in my greenhouse thriving. Tom had done a great job while I was away. I had to reach for the hedge cutter to get through the … Read More
I am pleased to say intensive daily feeding of my melon plants has resulted in much greener leaves and fruit setting on the plants. The very hot weather a couple of weeks ago caused quick growth of the plant, not … Read More
I had the pleasure of attending the National Plant show at Stoneleigh yesterday. Just a quick visit to meet one or two new English suppliers. David Austin roses had an amazing stand there with an array of beautiful scented flowering … Read More
I am not sure if you were aware that we purchased 2 hives of Buckfast Honey Bee’s last summer? I am delighted to say they have settled in really well and today, (Friday) John (our resident / in house ) … Read More
The high winds we have been experiencing recently are causing all sorts of problems in my garden and here at the Garden Centre. We lost a large Willow tree in one of our fields, the top was blown completely off, … Read More
