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Greenhouse job checklist - week 1

On 23/11/2011 in Greenhouse checklists

large pots or binsWater pots of forced bulbs if their compost is dryWater plants sparingly taking care not to splash water aroundWash glazing inside and out to let in the maximum amount of lightInsulate greenhouses by fixing bubble polythene


Greenhouse job checklist - week 35

On 23/11/2011 in Greenhouse checklists

Take cuttings from tender perennials and bedding plants, such as verbenaSow a few pots of hardy annuals to provide early spring blooms Shade delicate plants to avoid sun scorch on hot daysDeal with vine weevil by watering pots with a solution


Laelia anceps Laelia

On 05/10/2012 in plants


Cyperus papyrus Papyrus

On 05/10/2012 in plants


Hottonia palustris Water violet

On 05/10/2012 in plants


Nymphaea 'Darwin' Water lily

On 05/10/2012 in plants


How to create a summer hanging basket

On 20/07/2011 in Projects: Planting

, grass clippings Multi-purpose compost or peat-free alternativeWater-retaining gel, 9cm plastic potSlow-release fertiliserMay - JuneJuly - SeptemberProp the basket on a bucket and line it with moist grass clippings. To help retain moisture add a layer


How to care for azaleas

On 19/07/2011 in Projects: Video projects

Learn how to grow azaleas as Christmas-flowering house plants in Rachel de Thame's video guide, with tips on the best watering techniques.DecemberMore advice on growing azaleasPlanting up a pot of azaleas and campanulasLearn how to deal


Greenhouse job checklist - week 3

On 23/11/2011 in Greenhouse checklists

curl Water pot plants sparingly and avoid wetting foliage. Never leave plants standing in waterRegularly pick off faded leaves and flowers to avoid grey mould (botrytis) developing


Fertilizing with BIOGROW (how often)

On 09/04/2013 in forum

Hi, I have just purchased an organic fertilizer 'BIOGROW' made by 'BioBizz', on the label it says to 2-4ml/Litre and to use every time I water my plants (Passion fruit, Chilli ect).  Considering I have a heated floor and water my plants often, would


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