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You are not alone if you have been at a garden centre and seen the sign that says, “dahlias bulbs,” and wondered about the accuracy of the label. Many people, especially novices, refer to dahlias as being bulbs, but from a botanical perspective, this is incorrect. They are not bulbs. They grow from tubers. The…

Growing bulbs in pots allows for lots of versatility. You can move them to different areas of the yard to maximise their beauty, store them in a cool place after they flower, and you can place them wherever you would like. However, achieving the perfect growing medium is essential for a succesful planting. Why Garden…

Knowing when to plant spring bulbs in the UK is the difference between a colourful garden and a bed filled with disappointment. The great news is that there is plenty of flexibility when deciding when to plant spring bulbs in the UK, but there are certainly ideal windows of time for different bulbs. September: Get…

Tulips are one of the most popular spring flowers, they introduce a lot of colour to the gardens after a long winter. Although these bulbs are fairly tolerant, to ensure the healthy growth and spectacular blooms, it is necessary to provide the appropriate soil conditions. Knowledge on the tulip soil requirements will be used to…

Sleepers are simply blocks of wood that can be used for various purposes around the house and garden. Reclaimed railway sleepers are especially useful, as they’re eco friendly and good value for money. You can buy them from timber merchants who have a good selection of reclaimed timber, giving you the choice of various appearances.…

A healthy lawn is a sign of a healthy garden – a green, flourishing lawn makes the best background for the rest of your plants and flowers. Keeping your turf healthy can take some work, but it is possible and will keep your garden looking beautiful. One of the most important steps is to choose…

Cladding can be used to add decoration, visual interest and additional aesthetic features to a building. It might be used on rustic outbuildings like garages and annexes or, if you have a timber frame home or log cabin home, you might use if on your permanent property. Cladding can also help make a building more…

Sustainability is becoming a big issue in our general everyday consumption of products, and when we choose to use something, we often want to know about its environmental credentials. Nowhere is this more true than with wood, where we want to understand where it has come from and how the wood has been harvested. For…

Flower beds don’t need to be dug haphazardly into your borders. You can make them into a garden feature so that they stand out and make the flowers look beautiful. One of the best ways to do this is to make your own raised flower bed, or to dig a flower bed into another part…

It can be difficult to identify whether a bulb is good to plant, especially as they will often be a similar colour all over and might not look significantly different in appearance. It is a waste of time to plant bulbs that aren’t healthy and won’t flower, so here are some tips to help you…