General Gardening Discussion

Hi floris. The rock rose is a shrub so cannot be divided like perennials. Cuttings are fairly easy though, take them in summer from young shoots and root into well drained compost with sharp sand added. Cut any flower buds off if any.

I don't know why I started keeping them in an air tight container, probably some person told me to do it years ago and I never questioned it!!Maybe it has been too hot in the office for the seeds I will try the Garage.Dave

Hi timn,What about a rose hedge, there are so many different types to choose from, perpetual blooming, or shrub e.t.c also in the winter they will keep the dogs away with their prickly thorns, and of course you get the bonus of the scent they produce.

Difficult to dig them out you allways leave bits in better to use a systemic brushwood killer paint it on and let it work back into the root system

glad you like it as well because it flowers early i think it adds a welcome sight to the garden..it also smells divine..I have mine growung by the dames violets and it looks really attractive..

2 minds with but a single thought.... :rolleyes: :D

It could be that they need to root deeply, I understand that although they come from the med area they do need constant moisture and are not what you would expect as a native from those parts.

I think it a good idea to help children when it comes to gardening, but may I give a word of warning. Check that it is legal to send seeds to these countries. Many countries have laws governing the import of foreign seeds and plant material. David.

Many thanks Walnut! I am really glad you like the web site.Is anyone coming to Chelsea? It would be really nice to meet you.All the best Nicola

I have taken st johns wort but then i am not on any medication and its been fine..i also know others that take it and swear by it.. St John�s Wort - Hypericum perforatum Traditionally used as a wound herb and pain remedy, it is nowadays becoming better known as an effective...

Dandelion Egg Salad4 hard-boiled eggs2/3 cup dandelion greens, chopped and cooked1 tsp horseradish1 Tbsp fresh chives�½ cup mayonnaise1. Chop eggs coarsely.2. Add Dandelion greens, chives, and horseradish. Mix gently.3. Add mayonnaise and mix just enough to coat...

I don't generally prune camellias unless a branch is sticking out or if cutting flowers for the house counts. At Bodnant Gardens they cut back some old and big camellias down to stumps and they have shooted again, so they will take some severe treatment. I am wondering whether the shrivelled...

its very windy here now, but the dracs that have beenoutside all winter are standing up to it well - fingers crossed.

Thanks windy ironice really isnt it. your name i mean WINDY.LOL sorry couldnt resist that.Yea sounds like your more fed up than me dont blame you with all that distrution.all the best ..daz

Hi floris. Normally I just lift them after flowering and replant where I want them to come up next year. If they are already drying out it is probably best to now store them, but as I have never done it that way I cannot help with where or how to do it. Maybe someone else will be along soon to...

liz it is a pink one, LoL and i checked in my september balcony non gardening discussion it was me i had forgot as i still have the coloured label with white flowers

cut it back a bit to stop it getting woody..Many plants are flowering early because they are anticipating hot, dry times to come and are trying to conserve energy. Give your plants a hand ââ?¬â?? as soon as plants, such as rosemary, have flowered, cut them back. (If youââ?¬â?¢re in the north...

Thanks for the suggestions. there doesn't appear to be anything growing from it. is uppose it'll happen soon enough. waiting for side shoots to appear sounds like the best bet. what sort of compost does it need, anything special.tahnks you

Wouldn`t get anything near that for �£200,000 round here , it`s no wonder so many people are going to live and work abroad .

alchohol poisoning for slugs - that's what we like!pleased that it's working for you, the garden is looking good!