Many parts of Britain have already experienced their first frosts – they were even recorded in Devon on the third week in September, according to Anne Swithinbank. It was a gentle reminder that we must be ready for harsher weather which will be on its way, as we edge further into October. I‘m waiting to […]
When it comes to making the most of your garden and greenhouse you need to grab sowing and growing opportunities as soon as they arise. With autumn approaching the greenhouse changes its role and moves from being a light and solar enhancer to support the growth of crops from hotter climes, to a plant protection […]
I guess many of us started our interest in gardening with cacti. Despite their obvious drawback of really nasty spines they are so often given to children as first plants. I guess because it’s thought, quite rightly, that these don’t quickly die of neglect. However you can kill them with kindness- too much watering or […]
