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Hi Guys,  I have just harvested two swede (cant remember what variety), one average size the other huge, same plot and both are bitter. Is this because they have not had a frost or have i done something wrong. Thanks

Hi Can anyone tell me do I water these or just let them grow normally under cover to prevent winter frosts? I have put them under cover and they are growing like the other onions but apparently they do not need watering until spring. Is this correct

Hi, The last of the snow has melted and the weather is starting to warm up, do you think it's ok to sow my wildflower meadow even if there is still the risk of frost? wildflowers are used to our climate, they'll be fine.  Thank you

When is the time to plant Babiana and Sparaxis bulbs? Thanks. Are you growing these in a frost-free greenhouse or outside?  If in the greenhouse you can plant your Babianas any time now.  If you want to grow them outside wait until late spring

Hi some of my red robins leaves have turned brown and just checking that there is nothing to worry about? I have attached some pictures Thanks               They may have been blasted by frost, I notice that rose leaves that were opening about 2

they can cope with it being dry. Silver leaved dead nettle (lamium) seem to like it under the dry shade of my oak tree. You could try a green leaf that is frosted like Brunnera Jack Frost.

Knock heavy snow off shrubs and conifers to prevent its weight damaging branchesPlace rabbit guards around trees to protect barkFirm down plants lifted by frost or wind rockCover areas needed for early seed sowing with polythene or cloches to warm

to this please could u tell me if its ok 2 put them in garden Too early to plant them outside-Mid-May at the earliest depending on the last frost date for you area-if they are getting too advanced put the plants in a cold frame or against a sheltered wall

I HAVE READ VARIUOS WAYS TO OVERWINTER PRLEGONIOUMS. IS THERE A SUCCSSESFUL WAY Nunu,   Ideally you should have taken cuttings in July/August and you should keep these frost free over winter. Also I keep a few pelagoniums in the house

wouldn't put them outside until the frosts are over. You could put them out in the day and in at night, but that would be a bit of hassle. Yes, got alot of them, think I will leave it til alot warmer, thanks Lizzie. Ooooh no, listen to Busy Lizzie