Moving Your Roses -
Roses may be successfully moved at most times of the year, even in full flower and when the soil is dry, provided precautions are taken. Remove all bu...
Preparing Your New Garden -
Empty garden space is a great temptation to over-plant. Give every shrub or tree ample room to grow to its full dimensions. When a garden is over-plan...
Vegetable Weevil -
The vegetable weevil (Listroderes obliquus).This introduced pest occurs in most parts of the State and in both the grub and adult weevil stages may do...
The Cabbage White Butterfly -
The caterpillars feed on various plants belonging to the family Cruciferae, such as cabbages, cauliflowers, Brussels sprouts, radishes, broccoli, must...
Feature Walls -
A feature wall can completely transform an ordinary old room into a sophisticated and stylish sanctuary. More than a just focal point, a feature wall ...
Bulbs & Corms -
Under a general heading - BULBS - we usually include a number of plants which do not strictly fit into this category. A true bulb is made up of thic...
Low Voltage Lighting -
Low Voltage Lighting is a great way to enhance your outdoor living space. It appeals to gardeners and do-it-yourselfers because it is safe and easy t...
How to Make Compost -
For a good compost heap, the layers of refuse should be 6 to 8 in. thick and should be trodden down moderately firmly. If the material is very dry, wa...
Seed Raising -
Seed raising is the simplest method of plant propagation. Its success depends on the type of soil and the position of the seedbed. The capacity of the...
