Amid bare branches and frozen ground, a plant emerges that unfolds its unique charm in winter: the heather. It seems almost ...
Since I was a child, Helmsley has always been a magical place for me, with its honey stone cottages, little stream and the castle, still ...
There's a difference between pruning and trimming trees, shrubs, and perennial plants. Learn when to use each method to promote growth and good health.
UK gardeners are being told to prune four plants before November to guarantee better blooms after winter. Pruning is the key to a lush garden and is a vital step to take for the health and ...
Even though there are some plants you should never prune in October, it’s the prime time to give others a trim before the weather gets colder – especially varieties that are prone to windrock and ...
As the autumn weather sets in, with shorter days, longer nights, it may feel strange to head out into the garden to engage in an act of gardening. However, the autumn and winter are important times to ...
Autumn sees our gardens slowly winding down for winter, but it's still a great time to get pruning – and, as the weather gets colder, you might wonder which plants actually still benefit from a good ...
AS Winter knocks on our door – it’s easy to forget you can still plant beautiful combinations to light up your inside and ...
RHS chief horticulturist Guy Barter shares the plants that benefit from a late-autumn tidy — and which ones to leave until ...
As autumn weather arrives, bringing shorter days and longer nights, it might seem odd to venture into the garden for some horticultural work. Yet, autumn and winter represent crucial periods for ...
While certain plants shouldn't be touched with secateurs in October, it's actually the perfect moment to trim back others before the colder months arrive. It's crucial to pay particular attention to ...