Gardening Advice and Inspiration - BBC Gardeners World Magazine
WEBComplete Spring Flowering Bulb Collection. £14.99 £29.99 Supplied as 300 mixed bulbs. Plus, free 100g sachet of fertiliser - worth £4.99. Transform your garden with months of vibrant colour each year. From February right through to June enjoy a dazzling array of colours and variety of shapes from these brilliant plants.
Growing and Caring for Aloe Vera - BBC Gardeners World Magazine
WEBMar 24, 2021 · This is an unusual aloe in that it needs more water than other varieties and can survive temperatures that go below freezing. Grow in a pot at a slight angle to aid water run off, or on its side in a stone wall. H x S: 50cm x 50cm. Advice on growing Aloe vera, including care, watering and problem solving, in this practical Grow Guide.
Homemade Weed Killers | BBC Gardeners World Magazine
WEBJun 26, 2021 · It doesn't work well on its own, so needs to be mixed with baking soda, salt or lemon juice. Baking soda and vinegar weed killer recipe: One part baking soda. Two parts white vinegar. Lemon juice (optional) Best for: Young or annual weeds, in paved areas. Our verdict: A cheap option but doesn't smell pleasant.
How to grow hydrangeas - BBC Gardeners World Magazine
WEBAug 16, 2024 · How to propagate hydrangeas from cuttings. Take softwood hydrangea cuttings in spring. In the morning, look for young, non-flowering shoots that have three sets of leaves. For best results, prepare your cutting material straight away. Remove the two sets of lower leaves and shorten the stem of the cutting, cutting just below a node.
How to Grow Buddleia (Butterfly Bush) - BBC Gardeners World …
WEBHow to grow buddleia (butterfly bush) Grow buddleia in moist but well-drained soil in full sun. Deadhead flowers to encourage more to form and cut back hard in late spring to prevent the shrub from becoming too big. This will also ensure flowering occurs slightly later in the season, meaning there is plenty of pollen and nectar available for ...
Peace lily care guide - BBC Gardeners World Magazine
WEBMar 12, 2024 · The name 'peace lily' relates to its white flowers, which are thought to look like white flags (a symbol of peace). Peace lily isn't actually a lily but an arum, and is in the same family as Zantedeschia and lords-and-ladies (Arum maculatum), as well as less obvious plants such as Swiss cheese plant (Monstera) and dumb cane (Dieffenbachia).Peace lilies are easy to grow, and help to clean and ...
How to grow anthurium - BBC Gardeners World Magazine
WEBApr 27, 2021 · Allow the water to drain away afterwards. Water less in autumn and winter. Feed monthly with a half-strength, high-potash feed (such as tomato food) in spring and summer. Gently pull away the spent flowers. Mist the leaves regularly (avoiding the flowers) or stand the plant on a pebble-filled tray of water.
How to Care for a Snake Plant | BBC Gardeners World Magazine
WEBDec 12, 2023 · Caring for a snake plant. Snake plants will thrive in most light conditions. Snake plants don't need much water – just water whenever the soil is dry. Make sure you let the water drain away fully – do not let the plant sit in water as this may cause the roots to rot. Snake plants need very little water in winter.
25 of the Best Indoor Plants | BBC Gardeners World Magazine
WEBJun 29, 2020 · Best houseplants to grow - maidenhair fern. The maidenhair fern, Adiantum raddianum, makes a gorgeous, leafy house plant. Each frond bears small, delicate leaves held on contrasting dark stems. Thriving in a humid environment, it's perfect for a steamy bathroom. H x S: 40cm x 40cm.
20 Best Evergreen Shrubs | BBC Gardeners World Magazine
WEBBamboo. Bamboo. Bamboos are great evergreen shrubs for a contemporary or urban garden, as well as a tropical planting scheme. They also work well as a natural screen, great for creating privacy or concealing an ugly garden feature. Bamboos sway and rustle beautifully in the breeze.
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