Traditionally most of the world’s forced rhubarb was grown in West Yorkshire in forcing sheds in an area called the rhubarb triangle. It can however be successfully forced in our home gardens or allotments. Two to three year old crowns (roots) should be used. In December or January the crowns should be covered with a[...]
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A room with houseplants can be an absolute joy, especially in winter when weather conditions are sometimes unsuitable for outdoor gardening. We all have a spot in the house that is well away from a window and light is scarce. Below I list five of my favourite plants for brightening up these dull conditions that[...]
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Cornus or Dogwoods are very presentable in the spring and summer months. They have flowers around May and June and some have variegated leaves, but it is in the autumn and winter that these wonderful plants come in to their own. In autumn the foliage turns fiery colours and when the leaves fall to the[...]
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Zygopetalum Trozy Blue is a stunning, tender orchid which is more suited to the enthusiast rather than the amateur as it is not quite as easy to care for as the more readily available Phalaenopsis orchids, but definitely worth a try if you are a little more experienced. Originally Zygopetalums are native to Brazil, the[...]
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