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All the latest news, hints, tips and advice from our experts

Hand-pull weeds in asparagus, expert says

Outside of the greenhouse, keen gardeners may have strawberry and asparagus beds. But the best way to get rid of weeds here is hand-pulling, an expert says. Richard Nunally is a Richmond Times-Dispatch columnist and, in his answer to a question from a reader, states he does not really like using herbicides around food crops. […]

Garden and greenhouse programme to be shown on Retirement Living TV

Horticulture enthusiasts in the US are to benefit from getting garden and greenhouse tips on their television. A recent announcement from Retirement Living TV (RLTV) revealed the network is to broadcast the country‘s longest-running show dedicated to plant growing. The Victory Garden will premiere on the channel on Monday August 3rd at 11:00 EDT. A […]

Advice on harvesting fruit and veg

Garden and greenhouse growers have been given some advice on how best to harvest their fruit and vegetables. Speaking to KMBC, horticulture lover Larry Moore explained smokers should avoid cigarettes and cigars when tending to tomatoes. He said tobacco can spread diseases among the plants in the garden and greenhouse and damage the chances of […]

Make cash from gardens and greenhouses

Greenhouse and garden enthusiasts have been told they have a potentially profitable hobby. Writing for ABC Action News, Frugal Village owner Sara Noel explained a number of pastimes can be turned into money-making ventures. She suggested those looking to do so should think about the skills they have and take any local or federal laws […]

Cutting maintenance levels in gardens

Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts should consider the maintenance involved when redesigning their outdoor space, it has been asserted. Writing for the Star Press, Minnetrista horticultural manager Cassie Banning explained beautiful perennial borders can be lovely to behold but difficult to look after. She offered readers a number of hints on how to design a low-maintenance […]

Know what to do with infected plants, gardeners told

Garden and greenhouse growers in Pennsylvania have been advised on how to deal with infected plants. An article in the Philadelphia Inquirer suggested affected species can be spotted by lesions that appear greasy and a mix between green and brown in colour. It said plants in the garden and greenhouse should be checked on a […]

Battling black swallow-wort

Garden and greenhouse enthusiasts have been warned to look out for black swallow-wort. The weed can wreak havoc with plants and can take over entire green spaces, an article in the Examiner warned. It said the problem is particularly prevalent in the Boston area and is identified by its dark, oval-shaped leaves and deep-blue, five-petalled […]

Gardeners advised on growing in humid conditions

Summer in many parts of America means humidity that can be ideal for tropical plants. However, a recent article stated places like Baltimore do not have the year round heat necessary to sustain these varieties without the help of a greenhouse. The piece in the Examiner highlighted a few specimens which should be able to […]

Growers advised on use of containers

People who like to use their garden and greenhouse space to grow food have been given advice on cultivating in containers. The Poughkeepsie Journal suggested potting soil mixes are more useful for this type of horticulture than normal kinds as it is less likely to dry out. Gardeners should use rotted vegetable scraps, trimmings and […]

What’s Wrong with my Plant?

Five questions for strong healthy growth What do gardeners really want? Recently, I conducted an unscientific two-day sampling of homeowners’ gardening questions. The most common concerns were about how to help ailing plants. I spent an enjoyable weekend, volunteering in the “Ask An Expert” booth at the Sunset Celebration, a hoopla of all things great […]

‘Teach kids garden and greenhouse techniques’ for safety

Horticulture enthusiasts have been given tips on how to make their garden and greenhouse safer for kids. An article in the Examiner suggested the first rule should be educating youngsters about how to behave there. It suggests procuring some tools they are able to use to get them involved with what you are growing – […]