The weather in May can be a mixed bag, anything for gloriously hot to cold and wet.. But then that could describe any month in summer here in the UK..…
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How to create a Christmas apple tree decoration
This is a great alternative to traditional Christmas decorations. Use up surplus apple harvests or buy a few bags from the supermarket. Take a walk and see what berries you…
From veg patch to flower patch
We have put two unlikely planting partners together on the veg patch this weekend. And I wonder if anyone else is growing onions along side roses in their garden?! Unfortunately we haven’t…
Planting summer containers [video]
Kris Collins shows you the top tips for planting summer containers, that will look stunning all season long. Kris demonstrates how to start planting your summer container for the best results.…
Weed control: Hoe, hoe, hoe!
Stay chemical free with regular soil cultivation, says AG gardening editor Kris Collins Regular hoeing or cultivation of garden soils is the best way to prevent weeds taking hold. Scratch…
Long lasting amaryllis
I love it when a plan comes together! I potted my store bought amaryllis bulbs in mid November (see the video here), hoping to have colourful blooms in time for…
Christmas tree care
Make sure your living trees stay fresh into the New Year with Kris’ care guide: General care (cut and potted) You have two options with net-wrapped trees. Either…
Windowsill gardening
Don’t let cold days and dark nights stop you sowing and growing this winter, says Kris Sowing in small batches is key to making the most of available windowsill…
Standard fuchsias
Train cuttings for low cost versions of these premium plants, says AG’s gardening editor Kris Collins Cuttings and initial training: 1) Take a non-flowering tip with two or three leaf sets.…
Kris’s blog: Look out for bargains in August
I hit my local garden centre this week, just as they were creating a stock clearance area out in the car park. I assumed this would be a range of…