Slug Alert!

RHS experts have warned in the last few days to be on the look out for increased slug and snail activity in your gardens. Having been largely dormant during the prolonged dry spell, the recent rain will have sent them into action making many of your garden plants vulnerable once again to attack.

Keep your plants protected by using our innovative new Eraza Slug and Snail Killer. For more information about Eraza click here or alternatively find your nearest stockists.

Summer Lawn Care

Summer time is the best time to enjoy the lawn but it can also have the biggest toll on your grass. Persistent hot and dry weather can quickly affect the appearance and overall health of the grass plants. Bare the following advice in mind this summer and you won't go far wrong:

Don't mow the lawn very short when it is hot, never remove more than a third of the length of the grass blades in one cut, otherwise it needs a huge amount of energy to re-grow.

Caring for Houseplants

Summer is an excellent time to take stock of your houseplants. Any ailing plants can either be given special attention to rejuvenate them. It's also a great time to give them a wash over and a general health check:

Check your houseplants carefully this month to make sure they are in good condition. If they show signs of stress then try to identify the problem. Common problems include draughts, heat, dry air and a variety of pests.

Feeding Your Plants

One of the most difficult messages to get across to gardeners is that plants need extra feed to reach their full potential. Even though they may seem to be growing well you will be amazed how much better they will perform with a proper feeding regime.

Garden soils are quickly depleted by heavy rain and vigorous plant growth and one of the first things to become unavailable are specific minerals and trace elements. These are essential to healthy plant growth and can be replaced using a good quality plant food. Continue reading >

Top Ten Tips for Growing Salads and Greens

It's not too late to grow salads and greens during the summer months.