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To expand your dahlia collection cost-effectively, taking cuttings is beneficial. This guide covers the process, indicating early spring as the best time for cuttings. It outlines necessary tools, step-by-step planting, and tips for success, ultimately leading to thriving plants that bloom earlier than tubers. Happy gardening!
Dahlias are the showstoppers of the summer garden, with their bold blooms adding a splash of color and drama to any space. But as the colder months roll in, many gardeners are left wondering what to do with their precious dahlia tubers. Should you dig them up or leave them […]
I’m sharing my unexpected journey into growing daffodils for a horticultural show, having previously deemed them dull. Influenced by a friend, I’m explore various daffodil divisions, potting techniques, and the significance of timing in bloom preparation. I hope I can encourage yous to join in, promising insights and community connection in gardening.
Believe it or not, spring is just around the corner, and you know what that means – it’s time to get those bulbs in the ground for a vibrant and colourful garden. If you’re a new gardener, don’t fret; we’ve got your back! Let’s walk through the ins and outs […]
As a youtube gardener, my garden is shared with a worldwide audience of keen gardeners. We share information, learn from each other and get to experience gardening from different perspectives. It really is such an amazing opportunity to learn and the support system is second to none. There is always […]
I know a lot of you guys are excited to try your hand at growing food and flowers over autumn and winter, so let’s talk about what I’m going to be doing. Mid-August to early September is a great time to get going, the soil is still warm, summer crops […]
Mulch, in the simplest terms, is a layer you add on top of your garden soil. There are lots of benefits to adding mulch to your garden but there are also a few downsides you should be aware of so you can choose what will work best for you. What […]
There are a lot of small things you can do which make huge gains in your gardening, pinching out the growing tips on some plants is one of these easy wins. For new gardeners, the idea of pinching or snipping off the top of a plant can be terrifying. Especially […]
If you have grown plants indoors or using heat and grow lights in order to get a jump start on the season. Then the next step before you transplant them out into your garden is to harden them off. It sounds like a traumatic, complicated thing, but really it comes […]
There is a bit of trepidation about growing petunias from seed, with most gardeners preferring to buy small plug plants and grow these on. It’s a shame though because petunias are no more difficult to grow than any other flowers. The seeds are just smaller, a lot smaller. The main […]
