How to grow Carrots with pictures and advice
Get the soil conditions correct and carrots are one of the easiest vegetables to grow in the cooler climates. Incorrect soil conditions lead to mis-shapen carrots - these may well cause a chuckle when dug up, but they are not so well appreciated ... [... more]
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Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster'
Find out how to grow Calamagrostis x acutiflora 'Karl Foerster' One of the best upright growing grasses that forms a stiff clump. It's easy to grow and is tolerant of most soil conditions, although its size is usually determined by the amount of ... [... more]
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Elaeagnus angustifolia
This spreading, deciduous shrub has delicate willow-like leaves which are dark-green above and silvery underneath. In summer, small flowers cover the shrub, followed by yellow fruit in autumn. It is tolerant of most soil conditions, but it will ... [... more]
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Sarracenia purpurea subsp. Purpurea
In spring, sarracenia produces pretty purple-red flowers - 5cm (2in) across. It likes nutrient-poor, acidic soils and is associated with streams and ponds, preferring the damp soil conditions. This rosette-forming perennial has rolled leaves ... [... more]
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How to plant raspberries with pictures - page 2
October is the best month to plant raspberries, although planting can be done any time up to March if the weather and soil conditions are correct. Most soils are suitable for raspberries, but a little preparation will pay rewards, especially ... [... more]
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