They are very resilient and tolerant most soils, even heavy clay, but do need some sun for part of the day at least to do well.
Lucky you. I would be very excited to have a pine Martin coming into my garden!
Thanks @andrews . It’s been in the airing cupboard so not too concerned about low temperatures. If you say vinegary smell is normal then that’s ok...
I have it growing in expansion gaps on a north facing wall. Seems to like that aspect.Edit: actually it’s a NE facing wall and gets early...
Is it ivy leaved toadflax? If so it will produce tiny blue flowers.
I began a starter a week ago. It’s bubbling but not a lot. It smells slightly vinegary. Is this normal?
I wouldn’t bend the hook closed. You would then need pliers every time you need to fill up the feeders and I think you’d find it too much trouble.
I think @Clare G is on the right track. Valentines roses are forced (who knows where) to be at their utmost florificious beauty in the middle of...
I like “weeds” in lawns; they will attract invertebrates and increase the biodiversity especially if you keep it a bit long and avoid close mowing...
Climbers will do so much better planted in the ground as has been pointed out already. There are so many nice ones to choose from. I agree with...
I did wonder about beech or hornbeam for no 4.
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