Gardening how-to videos
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OK getting some great video and Instagram live suggestions from Twitter... Thank you!
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And the general public having a go too during the coronavirus lockdown.
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Great ones:)) Any more please let us know and share here too.
Thanks very much, Nicola
myrealgarden
miranda.janatka
robsallotment
garden_ninja_lee
matthewwilsongardens
agentsoffield
marklanetv
And the general public having a go too during the coronavirus lockdown.
lockdowngarden
Great ones:)) Any more please let us know and share here too.
Thanks very much, Nicola
Posted: Monday 13th of April 2020 05:42 PM
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We'd love to start a resource of the best 'how to garden' videos on the internet. Have you created some to share? Have you seen some great ones? Please share below. Thanks!
Posted: Monday 13th of April 2020 03:19 PM Last reply: Friday 28th of February 2025 07:08 PM
Cuttings
Jayne Grisdale
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Can I take a cutting from a clematis armandi
Posted: Monday 1st of April 2019 06:05 PM Last reply: Friday 28th of February 2025 01:26 PM
Crocosmia 'Lucifer' care
Anne Colley
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I have 3 Crocosmia 'Lucifer' in a west-facing bed with part sun/part shade. They have not flowered very well and finished flowering in late July. How can I produce more flowers?
Posted: Sunday 6th of August 2017 08:57 AM Last reply: Friday 28th of February 2025 02:35 AM
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I'm assuming that the miniature buddleas are the same as the larger ones in that they just have a single stem rather than sprouting many stems from the ground and if so I would leave at least two bud joints on the stem in case one fails, so I would not cut it down to ground level unless you're absolutely sure. But I see this post is from last year so I would be interested to know what you did in the end?
Posted: Sunday 7th of August 2016 02:48 PM
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Hi, Jan,
Buddleja is one shrub that can be cut back almost to the base to rejuvenate the plant. Do this in early spring and try to cut just above an outward-facing bud to encourage low branches to sprout out.
All the best,
Kathy C
Buddleja is one shrub that can be cut back almost to the base to rejuvenate the plant. Do this in early spring and try to cut just above an outward-facing bud to encourage low branches to sprout out.
All the best,
Kathy C
Posted: Tuesday 10th of February 2015 06:58 PM
How to prune Buddleja Morning Mist
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I have a Buddleja Morning Mist in a sunny well-drained bed. The label says it grows no higher than one metre, which suite me. But how hard should I prune it - down to the ground in March or not so drastically? I've had it a few years and have pruned it to about 6 inches, but it has now a narrow base and a top-heavy looking upper part with its leaves and flowers. Has anyone got a similar shrub and how are you pruning it. Thanks
Posted: Monday 9th of February 2015 10:45 AM Last reply: Thursday 13th of March 2025 09:33 AM
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yes - people tend to let them grow to small trees by pruning the bottoms. They can be used for hedging also. I bought one for my front garden this year - I want to grow it as a tree and look forward to all the colours it brings each season. Im not an expert - I learn most things from youtube.
Posted: Monday 11th of August 2014 09:47 PM
Can Amelanchier Canadensis be pruned as a hedge
Joanna Hewitt
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I have bought a house with a row of Amelanchier Canadensis in the small front garden. Can they be pruned to make a hedge, as there is not room for them to grow into trees.
Posted: Thursday 1st of May 2014 03:05 AM Last reply: Wednesday 19th of February 2025 08:48 PM
Pruning wisteria
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How and when to prune wisteria to encourage flowering in spring? My first flush of flowers has usually been poor but my second flush of flowers in July/August is much better. How do I turn this around?
Posted: Thursday 1st of August 2013 07:53 AM Last reply: Sunday 10th of November 2024 03:01 PM
Re: Hellebore seed propagation
Kathy N
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Hi, Kevin,
For Helleborus, it is best to sow seed in a cold frame as soon as they are ripe. So, I am assuming yours are ready to go. Sow in large(ish) pots in a loam-based seed compost. You can also use a peat of coir-based compost. Firm compost gently. Sow the seeds (in a 12.5cm pot, you can evenly sow 20-21 seeds). Cover with a very shallow layer of grit or pea gravel. Then water well. Hellebore seeds can take a long time to germinate - sometimes 6-18 months or more. The fresher the seed, however, the better the chances are that your seeds will germinate faster.
All the best,
Kathy C
For Helleborus, it is best to sow seed in a cold frame as soon as they are ripe. So, I am assuming yours are ready to go. Sow in large(ish) pots in a loam-based seed compost. You can also use a peat of coir-based compost. Firm compost gently. Sow the seeds (in a 12.5cm pot, you can evenly sow 20-21 seeds). Cover with a very shallow layer of grit or pea gravel. Then water well. Hellebore seeds can take a long time to germinate - sometimes 6-18 months or more. The fresher the seed, however, the better the chances are that your seeds will germinate faster.
All the best,
Kathy C
Posted: Tuesday 2nd of April 2013 05:19 PM
Hellebore seed propagation
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Hi
Has anybody got any advice on growing hellebores from seed,
Is it best to plant seed in pots or trays and what type of soil?
I've just received some Helen ballads seeds and hoping to get some success.
Many thanks kevin
Has anybody got any advice on growing hellebores from seed,
Is it best to plant seed in pots or trays and what type of soil?
I've just received some Helen ballads seeds and hoping to get some success.
Many thanks kevin
Posted: Monday 1st of April 2013 09:08 AM Last reply: Saturday 16th of November 2024 06:16 AM
Re: Cypripedium - Lady Slipper Orchids
Valerie Munro
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I do think that most people think that orchids are 'difficult' which is perhaps why they are not a natural choice.
In fact, the orchid family is the largest group of plants in the Plant Kingdom - there are more different species of orchids than any other plant, and they are truly cosmopolitan. This means that you will find them on all continents, all over the world!
They are a fascinating group of plants and richly deserve better exposure.
In fact, the orchid family is the largest group of plants in the Plant Kingdom - there are more different species of orchids than any other plant, and they are truly cosmopolitan. This means that you will find them on all continents, all over the world!
They are a fascinating group of plants and richly deserve better exposure.
Posted: Monday 11th of March 2013 03:53 PM
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Thank you Valerie for your direction. I found even more postings from Mr. Cypman. He really has it going on! Any ideas on why we don't see more Cypripediums in the landscapes?
Posted: Monday 11th of March 2013 03:17 PM
Re: Cypripedium - Lady Slipper Orchids
Valerie Munro
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why not visit
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmcKfoAs2Og
This video will give you some answers on the best way to plant a slipper orchid. At least it's a good start to your overall journey!
Goodluck
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmcKfoAs2Og
This video will give you some answers on the best way to plant a slipper orchid. At least it's a good start to your overall journey!
Goodluck
Posted: Sunday 10th of March 2013 03:01 PM
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I am interested in terrestrial orchids used in the landscape and would like to see a video on dividing and planting Cypripedium.
Posted: Saturday 2nd of March 2013 05:07 PM Last reply: Friday 28th of February 2025 09:40 PM
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Hi Angie and Donald,
We do show the first part of the members postcode in the summary results when searching for a member or a garden. I will work on getting this same information added to the member profile too.
Member to member messaging is an absolute essential development for Shoot. I couldn't agree more! You'll need to be a little bit patient with us however as we are very, very small and are completely self-funded. Private messaging between members isn't a small project and requires new permissions, issues with spamming to consider and so on.
It is on our radar along with a long list of other developments we hope you'll like. We are always happy to hear of other ideas if and when you have them.
Kind regards
Nicola
We do show the first part of the members postcode in the summary results when searching for a member or a garden. I will work on getting this same information added to the member profile too.
Member to member messaging is an absolute essential development for Shoot. I couldn't agree more! You'll need to be a little bit patient with us however as we are very, very small and are completely self-funded. Private messaging between members isn't a small project and requires new permissions, issues with spamming to consider and so on.
It is on our radar along with a long list of other developments we hope you'll like. We are always happy to hear of other ideas if and when you have them.
Kind regards
Nicola
Posted: Thursday 26th of May 2011 05:37 PM
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What a good idea Donald - there are many ways this coud be done. The facility to Private Message other members would be advantageous, especially as sometimes many topics end up being a conversation between 2 members. Perhaps the county of residence next to members 'names' could also be used. This of course could be optional for members to decide to opt in or out.
Hopefully Nicola and her staff take some of our ideas on board. FYI I am also in Central Scotland
Hopefully Nicola and her staff take some of our ideas on board. FYI I am also in Central Scotland
Posted: Thursday 26th of May 2011 04:28 PM
Pruning of roses and clematis.
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Both the above would be valuable. On an unrelatd issue , it would be good if members knew the areas other gardeners come from, not in any precise detail but to facilitate useful contacts between those who face similar climate conditions - as for example here in central Scotland. Perhaps in general Shoot might do more to encourage contact between members.
Posted: Thursday 26th of May 2011 12:44 PM
Pruning clematis
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Not just when to prune but the practicalities of actually doing it successfully - particularly the larger clematis varieties.
Posted: Monday 23rd of May 2011 05:47 PM Last reply: Monday 23rd of May 2011 05:48 PM
Re: Pieris Japan Katsura
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Hi
Probably rather late to comment now but mine always looks rather miserable until suddenly springing to life in middle to late May. The horse manure would have needed to be well rotted and the soil well on the acid side of neutral. normally Pieris pretty undemanding shrubs given the right soil.
Hope your's is now thriving.
Probably rather late to comment now but mine always looks rather miserable until suddenly springing to life in middle to late May. The horse manure would have needed to be well rotted and the soil well on the acid side of neutral. normally Pieris pretty undemanding shrubs given the right soil.
Hope your's is now thriving.
Posted: Friday 20th of May 2011 09:08 PM
Re: Re: Pieris Japan Katsura
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Many thanks Kathy C,
My neighbour helped me plant and I am sure he planted it firmly and then added some horse manure on all sides. I have a feeling that I may have over watered it and has stopped any further watering since a week or so. I still cannot see any revival. Leaves are still green but wilting fast. I wonder if it will revive!!
Kind regards
Shanti
My neighbour helped me plant and I am sure he planted it firmly and then added some horse manure on all sides. I have a feeling that I may have over watered it and has stopped any further watering since a week or so. I still cannot see any revival. Leaves are still green but wilting fast. I wonder if it will revive!!
Kind regards
Shanti
Posted: Wednesday 27th of April 2011 10:45 AM
Re: Pieris Japan Katsura
Kathy N
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Hi, Shanti,
Is it in the ericaceous (acid-loving) soil or compost? Is it in a pot or the ground? How much or how little has it been watered? Finally, is it firmly planted, with the assurance that there are no air pockets around the roots? One thing for sure, if you have already fed it, hold off on feeding again until it starts to recuperate.
Kathy C
Is it in the ericaceous (acid-loving) soil or compost? Is it in a pot or the ground? How much or how little has it been watered? Finally, is it firmly planted, with the assurance that there are no air pockets around the roots? One thing for sure, if you have already fed it, hold off on feeding again until it starts to recuperate.
Kathy C
Posted: Thursday 21st of April 2011 07:46 PM
Pieris Japan Katsura
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Can anyone help me?
I have acquired above plant some weeks back. After about a week, despite properly planting and feeding, the plant has started wilting. Is it possible to stop wilt and make it lively again?
Will be most grateful for any assistance.
Kind regards
Shanti Tanna
I have acquired above plant some weeks back. After about a week, despite properly planting and feeding, the plant has started wilting. Is it possible to stop wilt and make it lively again?
Will be most grateful for any assistance.
Kind regards
Shanti Tanna
Posted: Thursday 21st of April 2011 09:56 AM Last reply: Saturday 29th of March 2025 05:39 PM
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thanks for the advice i will certainly try it
Posted: Tuesday 19th of April 2011 10:21 AM