Archive | March, 2012
Echevaria /Hens and Chickens
Latin name: Echevaria Description: These well-known succulents are found in dry, often semi-desert areas in their native habitats. Many of the hybrid forms are very decorative, with colourful, often large leaves and different growth forms. Echevaria secunda var. gauca is a popular and easily obtainable variety and is a rosette-forming succulent with large glaucous, whitish […]
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30. March 2012
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Latin name: Verbina benariensis Description: Semi-evergreen perennial with dark green strap shaped leaves forming at the base and spherical heads of tubular mid-blue, majestic flowerson upright stems from May-August Hardiness: need to be mulched well in winter or brought indoors if planted in pots Height: 0.45m Position: full sun and sheltered Soil: tolerates all soil […]
Continue reading...Hosepipe hotlines bring trouble for gardeners
29. March 2012
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Looks like there will be trouble in the garden next week as water authorities urge neighbours to report anyone breaking the hosepipe ban .http://www.telegraph.co.uk/earth/drought/9166000/Hosepipe-hotlines-to-enforce-drought-restrictions-as-March-heatwave-continues-all-week.html A survey commissioned by MSN found that a third of people would report a neighbour for breaking the hosepipe ban. What an unbelievable situation when one of the worlds most civilised countries […]
Continue reading...Lawns and drought
28. March 2012
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An RHS curator says that gardeners do not need to water their lawns during a drought. Watering your lawn can negatively impact the environment if it is poorly managed, according to the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS). Colin Crosbie, curator of RHS Garden Wisley, argued on Radio Four’s Today Programme a year ago during the last […]
Continue reading...Water butts to beat hose pipe ban
26. March 2012
It appears that sales of water butts have rocketed in order to beat the hosepipe ban. Great news that people are thinking about collecting rain.! http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/9162888/Gardeners-rush-for-water-butts-ahead-of-hosepipe-ban.html Good also to think about what you plant this summer and choose drought tolerant plants to keep your garden looking good – with no rain or hose-pipes! http://apps.rhs.org.uk/advicesearch/profile.aspx?pid=396
Continue reading...Drought alert in London
25. March 2012
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This advert by Thames Water on the London overground highlights the seriousness of the current drought. The BBC has devised this simple way to check water usage in your home http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/in_depth/629/629/5086298.stm
Continue reading...Are allotments covered on hose pipe ban?
24. March 2012
If you own an allotment this is probably on your mind at the moment? Find out what the water companies say about using water to grow vegetables that would stop you getting in your car to drive to a supermarket that sells fruit and vegetables that have been flown across the globe and created a […]
Continue reading...Veg Gardening and climate change
24. March 2012
This guest post has been written by Peter Kearney who created and runs the excellent City Food Growers web-site from Brisbane in Australia. Peter uses his horticultural knowledge and practical experience to explain how vegetable gardens can adapt to changing temperatures and unpredictable weather. Being in tune with your local climate is one of most […]
Continue reading...Gardeners rush to beat hosepipe ban
23. March 2012
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It seems that many gardeners are not thinking clearly. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2116558/Garden-centres-expect-rush-irrigation-systems-gardeners-way-beat-hosepipe-ban.html?ito=feeds-newsxml Drought does not have to signal the end of our beautiful gardens and parks – we just need to rethink what we plant and how we care for our plants? http://www.globalgardening.org/uploads/pdf/planting_global_garden.pdf
Continue reading...RHS environment issues at Chelsea Flower Show
22. March 2012
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With more than 85 percent of the UK population living in towns and cities, domestic gardens make up a significant component of the urban landscape. This year’s RHS Environment exhibits offer perspectives on the science of urban greening, highlighting how we can make the most of our green spaces – no matter how small – […]
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30. March 2012
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