The first winter I got brave with pruning, I “tidied up” a lilac on a sunny January afternoon. Come spring, the shrub was covered in lush, healthy leaves… and not a single flower. I’d cut off every ...

It’s time to put up your new gardening calendar and give yourself reminders of some of the jobs you’ll need to do through the seasons. Follow this month-by-month bullet point guide to some of the ...

Small family vineyards appeared around hamlets such as Chacras de Coria, Vistalba, Perdriel, and Agrelo that were practical, ...

🌨️ Winter poses a threat to garden sheds, with cold and damp conditions damaging tools and equipment, leading to costly replacements. 🔋 Store batteries and liquids indoors to prevent damage; cold ...

Nothing quite transports you like a scented flower. These are the best scented plants that bring wonderful fragrance to winter gardens.

Blackcurrants are the underdogs of the berry world, often overshadowed by strawberries, raspberries and the like – but the ...

A garden shed expert has warned that certain items shouldn't be left in sheds during the colder months, particularly anything sensitive to freezing temperatures including batteries, paints and metal t ...

“When we returned home, we could smell oranges. It was the only time of the year we had them.” The door to the parlor was closed, and the children were informed that Santa had been there. Meanwhile, ...

Getting your garden ready for winter can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to pruning. If you’re unsure about the best time or technique, you’re not alone. Good pruning before the cold sets ...

Q: I moved into a new house that has a grapevine. I’ve never had a grapevine before. Should I prune the vine? What could I use the leaves for? A: You do not have to prune your grapevine, but annual ...

Numerous plants and shrubs benefit from pruning whilst dormant, a period that usually falls during the chillier winter months. This dormant-season trimming takes place when the plant is resting, ...

Although some plants can be damaged by winter pruning, others actually grow better and fruit and flower more abundantly when they’re cut back in winter. Plus, it's easier to see the branches without ...