Welcome back to my blog on garden ponds. If you have followed the first blog from last month you have reached the stage, either in theory or practice, where you have a lined hole which is full of water but is not yet a pond!
Posted on February 15, 2021
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It goes without saying that water is a vital part of any garden but it can provide so much more than just being fundamental to the growth of plants. Water used in ways which create still, reflective surfaces has the ability to produce a feeling of rest, peace and relaxation.
Posted on January 19, 2021
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We all have areas in our gardens where conditions are not ideal but even these difficult areas can support plants which are suited to those conditions. The trick is to choose the right plants by understanding the problems of the site and knowing about the requirements of the plants themselves.
Posted on December 11, 2020
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It is quite difficult to imagine a garden without trees or at least one tree. More than any other plant they give a sense of permanence and maturity to any garden and help to link it with other trees beyond the garden and the broader landscape.
Posted on October 26, 2020
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Welcome back to my guide to some of the basic ideas behind garden design. This second part will hopefully give you some ideas about how you might go about converting your existing garden into a new, more exciting and interesting design.
Posted on August 20, 2020
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With all of us spending more time in our gardens this year than perhaps we have in the past it is possible that thoughts have turned to making some changes either to the garden as a whole or to just one or two areas which are lacking in some way and need some attention.
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Planting in containers of all shapes and sizes has long been popular with gardeners but has probably grown in importance in recent years for a number of reasons.
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Cuttings are a great way of producing new plants and can be taken from trees, shrubs, perennials, conifers, alpines and indoor or greenhouse plants. It is a much quicker method of propagation than raising plants from seed.
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During April gardeners will be enjoying both the improving weather and all the glorious spring flowers. However, this is also the time to be thinking ahead to the summer months and all the colourful flowers associated with the warmer times.
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When most people refer to the cutting of flowers for the house they are usually thinking of an actual cutting garden, often part of the vegetable plot. If lots of flowers are required for the house and the space is available this is an excellent idea.
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Embrace the beauty of autumn and prepare our gardens for the coming winter. As the leaves fall and temperatures drop, it's time to embark on essential tasks.
Posted on November 03, 2019
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As nature prepares for its annual transformation, October presents a golden opportunity to nurture our gardens and revel in the beauty of this transitional month. From planting bulbs for stunning spring blooms to harvesting the last of our crops and preparing our outdoor spaces for the cooler months, there's much to be done.
Posted on October 01, 2019
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