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Plant of the month – Hibiscus Syriacus

Hibiscus Syriacus is a medium to large, deciduous shrub which grows upright and vase-shaped between 2m – 4m tall in height. Lobed leaves appear in late spring with large trumpet-shaped flowers in shades of pink, red, blue and white with...

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Gardening through the heat

By Andy Cudd MCI HORT - 05 08 26

Top drought-resistant plants and water-saving tips Irrigation drip feeds or regulated leaky hoses are still permitted during dry weather and hosepipe restrictions. They provide an efficient way to keep your garden colourful, fragrant, and bee-friendly while using only minimal amounts...

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Plant of the month – Verbena Bonariensis

By Andy Cudd MCI HORT - 01 07 26

Our plant of the month for July is the Verbena Bonariensis. It is a tall herbaceous perennial with erect, branching stems which grow up to 2 metres in height, bearing sparse, oblong leaves. Numerous branched clusters of small, lilac-purple flowers appear from...

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The best time to prune

By Andy Cudd MCI HORT - 16 06 26

Early-flowering shrubs are pruned after flowering (in late winter to spring and early summer, depending on the shrub). They usually flower on the previous year’s growth. Pruning immediately after flowering allows the maximum time for development of young growth to...

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Drought resistant plants

By Andy Cudd MCI HORT - 04 05 26

As we approach summer, it’s time to think about planting with resilience in mind. Embracing drought-resistant gardening is a vital step in handling climate change, creating a beautiful, low-maintenance space that conserves water, and offering essential biodiversity. These plants are...

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Plant of the month – Cornus Kousa

By Andy Cudd MCI HORT - 03 05 26

Cornus kousa (Japanese/Chinese Dogwood) typically flowers from late spring to early summer, generally in May, June, and sometimes into July. It produces a profusion of white or creamy-white bracts that last for several weeks, often turning pinkish as they mature. ...

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Plant of the month – Hibiscus Syriacus

Gardening through the heat

Plant of the month – Verbena Bonariensis

The best time to prune

Drought resistant plants

Plant of the month – Cornus Kousa

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