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.
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.
20 Beautiful Peonies to Grow | BBC Gardeners World Magazine
WEBJun 4, 2021 · 20 peonies to grow – peony 'Claire De Lune'. Peony ‘Claire de Lune’ has beautiful pale lemon-yellow, single flowers with a huge centre of deep yellow stamens, and a gentle fragrance. Flower stems are red and the leaves are a rich, deep green. It makes an excellent cut flower. H x S: 90cm x 80cm.
How To Grow Clematis - BBC Gardeners World Magazine
WEBClematis are also prone to an attack from earwigs, which chew holes in the flower petals.This damage is only cosmetic and doesn't harm the plant. If you're really concerned you can create earwig traps by pushing a 1m long cane into the ground next to the clematis. Stuff a plastic plant pot with straw and place it upturned on the top of the cane.
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 ...
How to Get Rid of Ants | BBC Gardeners World Magazine
WEBOnce you have found the food source, remove it, and the ants should return outside. 2. Use vinegar to remove ant trails. Teams of 'scout' ants leave pheromones to alert other ants to the source of food. Simply sweeping the ants up won't stop more turning up – you need to remove the pheromone scents left behind.
How to grow rhododendrons - BBC Gardeners World Magazine
WEBSpecies rhododendrons can be grown from seed, but cultivars should be propagated from cuttings and layering. Take heel cuttings of rhododendrons in late summer and autumn. Layering rhododendrons involves taking a low-growing branch and pegging it to the ground so it can take root. This is best done in late-summer.
The 25 Best Flowering Shrubs - BBC Gardeners World Magazine
WEBJun 11, 2021 · Buddleia. 25 best flowering shrubs – Buddleia 'Cotswold Blue'. Also known as the butterfly bush, buddleia is a magnet for many insects, including butterflies. The flowers come in a range of colours, including purple, pink, white and yellow. This fast-growing shrub does best in a sunny spot and well-drained soil.
How to Grow Hibiscus | BBC Gardeners World Magazine
WEBMay 18, 2021 · How to grow hibiscus. Grow outdoor hibiscus in moist but well-drained soil in a warm and sunny spot, ideally sheltered from winds. They do well in pots of loam-based, peat-free compost. Grow indoor hibiscus in a bright spot away from direct, strong sunlight. They need a minimum temperature of 7-10°C and a high humidity, so do well in bright ...
How to grow fuchsias - BBC Gardeners World Magazine
WEBHow to plant fuchsias. Plant hardy varieties in spring or early summer. Dig in plenty of well-rotted organic matter before planting, and firm and water in well. Add a thick layer of mulch, such as well rotted manure or garden compost, to lock in moisture and feed the plant. Water regularly until established.