I've been pruning some of the larger Rhododendrons. I've been brutal (mainly cutting away the lower side stems so they grow upwards rather than...
It was simon n's garden - threads are here and here showing end results.
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Have a look at this thread which is asking for similar ideas :)
You lucky thing - that's a prime spot for a lovely courtyard garden. Personally I would re-pave it with some borders around the edges (possibly...
Some thick hedging should help muffle the sound - as well as a nice water feature which will give you something more pleasant to focus on.
Perhaps the Leylandii are leaching certain nutrients out of the soil? You could try getting some slow release fertiliser and sprinkling around...
Welcome to the forums :spinning:My absolute favourite part of the world is Pembrokeshire (was born in Haverfordwest and plan to retire down that...
@"M" Looks like Villes de Lyon :)
I've done more digging of holes and planting out of plants. Have moved a decent sized acer from it's pot into the border to replace a small one...
You could grow shrubs in large containers which would give better coverage and are also evergreen. The fastest growing one I've come across is...
Is it in the shade of the Leylandii? They do like plenty of sun so that could be part of the problem :)
@IceColdRum Do any of your neighbours/friends have an SDS drill you could borrow? I fitted one of those ten years ago and it's still fine. I did...
Not too much yesterday - planted out a couple of dwarf Rhodos and mowed the lawn front and back. Oh and the usual watering. Today I need to...
@Ben James At the till. Just point out the damaged bits and ask them for some money off. Last time the cashier discounted it herself but this...
What time did you spray them @"M" ? If they had about six hours of dry weather you might be okay?
I've been digging over borders in the front garden with manure and transplanting a couple of roses. Also planted what seems like a gazillion plug...
Oops, seems like everybody else is being really good and I'm being a spendthrift :snorky:Just been to B&Q to buy 3 bags of horse manure, 3 bags...
Hi Anthony. Have a look at this link for Long Acre Plants where they specialise in plants for shade :blue thumb:I bought some stuff from there...
Looks great Ben :thumbsup:
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