Clarke warns that deer are a major problem in establishing fruit, berry, and nut plants and recommends creating a protected growing space with fencing and other materials. Not only do deer eat the ...

Climbing roses need to be approached differently to shrub roses when it comes to cutting back. Ideally, this job needs to be ...

Feeding fruit and nut trees is a priority this month. Spread three mugsful of 20.10.10 fertiliser around the root area of the ...

There are plenty of gardening jobs that need to be done before spring begins, but taking a few moments to tend to roses in ...

If you’re considering adding trees or shrubs to your landscape in the coming growing season, winter is the perfect time to do the research you’ll need to find the right kind. “Choosing the right ...

Hydrangeas are beloved for their large, rounded clusters of brightly colored flowers. Commonly found in shades of blue, ...

• Before the heat and dry air of spring and summer, update your irrigation system to in-line drip, flexible tubing with ...

Chimonanthus praecox or wintersweet is a medium sized shrub which is worth planting in a sunny spot near the house so that you can enjoy the deliciously scented flowers which last for weeks throughout ...

I have some shrubs that are too crowded. I read that February and March are the best months to plant or move trees and shrubs. Is that really true given our rainy weather?

For the dedicated gardener there is always work to be done. Tidying beds and borders, cutting back dead growth from last year’s perennials are the tasks often left over from autumn. Growth remains ...

The weather has warmed above last week's freezing temperatures. But it's still winter and your garden is susceptible to freezes. What you should know.

While it’s true that the winter months can equate to less maintenance – and probably less motivation when it’s as frosty as ...