Lifting and storing large bags of compost can be a problem so we were keen to try the new Miracle Gro Expand 'n Gro concentrated compost. Sold as a bag of dehydrated compost, Miracle-Gro claim that it will expand and grow to three times it's bulk, making up to 50 litres when mixed with same … [Read more...]
Plant of the month – Snowdrop
January 15, 2011 by 2 Comments
The Snowdrop braves the cold weather of late winter, pushing dainty white flowers through the earth to herald the onset of spring. Gently nodding white bells often tinged with green, are displayed above clumps of blue green sword like foliage in Late winter. Growing to about 10cm in height, they … [Read more...]
Flower of the month – Helianthus
September 30, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Perennial sunflowers or Helianthus are a great way to bring fresh, bright colour to the back of the border in autumn. Flowering into early October, Perennial Helianthus are hardy, vigorous plants with small to large yellow flowers. They can grow from three to seven feet tall, depending on the … [Read more...]
