the very best annual climbers Behind the story of Jack and the beanstalk is some deep level of amazement at what a seed can do in the course of a year. By last September I had a French bean 12ft high and a cup-and-saucer vine pok
composting: make your own black gold When I’m teaching, I’m almost always asked the same questions. First: What do you do about slugs? Answer: multi-pronged attack, with raised beds, lots of grit and/or coffee grounds around
How to force bulbs indoors Forcing bulbs indoors is one of the best things to do in December to liven those monochromatic winter months. Like making jam, planting indoor bulbs can feel like a chore, but you'll be glad you made
planting numbers for bulbs in borders If you are struggling to work out how many bulbs you will need for your intended area then you may find the guide below useful to refer to when planning your display... average number of bulbs pe
how to take plant cuttings This step-by-step guide will show you how to take plant cuttings... Early to mid-September is a good time to take plant cuttings. Most tender perennials are still going at full tilt and should ro
gardening at home with sarah | walk around perch hill Join Sarah on a beautiful spring morning for a tour of her favourite spots around Perch Hill.By viewing the video, you agree to a data transmission to Youtube.The data processing by Youtube is governe
sweet peas at perch hill When I was giving a talk at a Perch Hill open day, I showed a slide of my current favourite sweet pea, the very fresh pink, ‘Painted Lady’. Afterwards a woman came up to me and said, "Your ‘Painted La
