Harlequin ladybirds have taken up residence in the garden of one nature enthusiast in order to shelter in his selection of plants.Writing for the Gardeners' World blog, Richard Jones said that the species began arriving "in droves" from the ivy next door a few weeks ago, with the creatures...
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Expert “invaded” by harlequin ladybirds
Friday, October 30th, 2009Vine eyes and wires ‘provide support for climbing plants’
Wednesday, October 21st, 2009People looking to provide extra support for their climbing plants should invest in vine eyes and wires, it has been asserted.Writing for the Guardian, blogger Sheila Averbuch said keeping the shed filled with useful equipment is essential as the winter draws nearer.Soil care can also be...
Climbers ‘can be grown all year round’
Friday, October 9th, 2009Growing climbers is not just a gardening activity for the summer, it has been claimed.Article Base explained these types of outdoor plants can have many benefits all year round.Not only can they be decorative, they can also be used as screens, it explained.The website also noted climbers are...
Exotic plants used in eco garden
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009One environmentally-friendly executive has opted for exotic plants in his rustic garden.According to a report in the Times, William Kendall employed the skills of Jamie Oliver's former gardener Brian Skilton, who is "very, very green", he said.Mr Skilton's planting weaves together perennials and...