How to take care of your garden. In this category we will be looking into garden animals, constructions, fences, gates, grass, hedges, manure, patios, planting, plants, ponds, recycle, seeds, slabs, structures and weeds.
Rhododendrons are members of the Ericaceae family and are frequently used shrubs that enhance any landscape. According to the University of Kentucky, College of Agriculture diseases in rhododendrons are usually…
Rhododendrons bring vibrant color to the garden. You don’t need to visit the garden center to purchase more rhododendrons, as you can take cuttings from existing plants, encourage root growth…
Rhododendrons and azaleas grow best in light, well-drained soils with good soil aeration and an ample supply of soil moisture during the summer. They can be grown in heavy soils…
Rhododendrons are a favorite flowering plant in gardens across the United States, particularly in cool and moist environments like the Pacific Northwest. Nearly 1,000 species occur within the genus Rhododendron,…
Species of rhododendrons (ericaceae) — commonly known as azaleas — are members of the heath family. Rhododendrons are deciduous shrubs with white, pink or yellow flower clusters. All parts of…
Rhododendron is a popular shrub with bright flowers. It is native to warm and tropical climates but with some care, anyone can grow these charming plants. Rhododendrons can grow up…
The most serious diseases of dahlias are caused by viruses. Mosaic disease is a virus typically characterized by yellowish or pale-green bands along the midveins and branch veins of affected…
Dahlias are perennials that produce beautiful blooms throughout the summer. They continue blooming into late summer and autumn when other plants have stopped. Dahlia tubers can be treated as annuals…
The dahlia’s brilliant blooms add long-lasting color and variety to your garden. With the right timing and care, these flowers produce flowers all summer long.
Watch Sarah take dahlia cuttings from Dahlia ‘Sam Hopkins’ in her polytunnel at Perch Hill. This is a simple way of turning one dahlia tuber into 10 more – a…