Rhs technique: pots & potting

HOW TO GET GREENER...

Make more thin-rooted perennials such as Japanese anemones, phlox and hardy geraniums with this method of root cuttings. Lift a clump of your chosen plant with a garden fork, select the best roots and

It is of course vital that crops are watered sufficiently, especially during the summer months, but it is surprisingly easy to give too much TLC to plants and end up overwatering them. Symptoms of thi

How to carry on growing food over winter ...

Shop-bought compost can be expensive – but not just for your pocket. The energy used to transport bulky growing media over long distances can be costly for the planet too. It can be a challenge to mak

Parsnips roots will have reached full size by now, so you can begin harvesting them whenever needed. To get them out in one piece, loosen the soil around the roots with a garden fork beforehand, and i