by Sue Jeffries | Nov 1, 2019 | Beds & Borders, Lift and Divide
Why should you lift and divide perennials plants? Your garden can look great for the first few years after you’ve planted it. But then certain plants can start to take over and bully the more delicate ones. If you’re not careful you’ll be left with...
by Sue Jeffries | Aug 30, 2019 | Autumn colour, Container Gardening, Garden Design, Herbs, Shade, Small Trees, Year Round Cololur
Colour All Year Round “How can I get colour all year round in my garden?” This the most common question I’m asked when I’m giving garden advice (only beaten by “How can I get rid of slugs?”). All gardens will have a time of the...
by Sue Jeffries | May 3, 2019 | Uncategorized
Permission to potter ! I’ve just been reading an article that points out how ‘busy’ we all are in contemporary society. Being ‘busy’ may make us feel important and useful. However, this can also lead to anxiety and stress if it starts...
by Sue Jeffries | Mar 14, 2019 | Beds & Borders, Ground cover, Low maintenance, Mulching, Shade, Slug proof, weeds
Beat the Weeds Although I know some people who enjoy weeding (yes, they do exist!) most people find it a chore and struggle to keep on top of the job. So their lovely plants disappear under a sea of unwanted weeds, which spread and thrive on neglect. So most...
by Sue Jeffries | Feb 1, 2019 | Edible, Grow Your Own, seeds, Vegetables
How early can I start sowing vegetable seeds? We all get impatient for winter to end and the growing season to start, but it’s not a good idea to sow your vegetable seeds too early. Seeds sown into cold, wet soil without enough daylight are likely to rot (or...
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