In April, prune your poinsettia back to about 10cm, and keep at a temperature of 13°C. In early May, repot your poinsettia ...

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Planting, weeding and seed sowing are all enjoyable jobs, but they can be the cause of sore knees and stiff joints, even after short periods. Thankfully, garden kneelers come to the rescue. With a ...

Autumn is a busy season in the pruning calendar, the perfect time to remove old growth to get plants into shape. Many plants that have played a star role in borders in summer will need tidying up in ...

When choosing trees for small gardens, it's important to do your research. Crucially, find out the ultimate height of the tree and how long it takes to reach that height. Some species are slow growing ...

Cercis canadensis 'Forest Pansy' is a multi-stemmed tree with purple, heart-shaped leaves with pointed tips, which turn yellow in autumn before falling. In spring it bears deep crimson, pink or ...

Rosemary looks good all year and is great for pots, the veg patch and the allotment. It's aromatic leaves can be used in a variety of ways and its flowers are extremely popular with bees. Rosemary ...

In a small garden, following a few key principles when planning and planting will help make your garden look bigger and feel less cluttered. Whether you have a tiny garden or a small patio, there are ...

An allotment isn't just a space for you to grow fruit and vegetables. It's also a place where you can relax, be part of a community and get some exercise. With luck, patience and hard work, you'll be ...

Grass trimmers are a great tool for tidying up straggly grass, as well as areas a lawn mower can’t reach, such as path and flower bed edges, and around the base of trees. They can also help clear ...

Pergolas make a great focal point in gardens, and there's a wide range of plants they can support. There are many ways to use them, too. A path covered with a pergola can help create a sense of ...

Perlite is a lightweight granular material that's white in colour. It looks and feels like little bits of polystyrene but is actually made from expanded volcanic glass, heated to 1000°C until it ‘pops ...