Which is the Best Real Christmas Tree?

When looking for Christmas tree you might be surprised at how big a range there is available! However, despite the many tree species available they come in just three types. Cut, pot grown and potted. So which one would I recommend, well that would depend on your requirements. However in this video I explain what is available as well as the pros and cons of each one. That way you can decide which is the most attractive Christmas tree for you!

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Monty Don says 'Gardeners are breaking the law with Spanish and English ...

English gardening presenter Monty Don is warning UK gardeners that they can be breaking the law if they are caught planting Bluebells in their garden as it is illegal to dig up wild bluebells from anywhere! Just what is the law on bluebells? English horticulturist Simon has decided to find out just what you can and can't do with regards to bluebells.

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Avoid this One Mistake Overwintering Plants!

Freezing temperatures have finally arrived but before they drop even further its time to finish off your overwintering management. Anything frost tender should already been moved to an area of protection such as a greenhouse, conservatory shed or garage, just make sure that light is available and enough heat can be added to prevent temperatures from dropping to low if needed. All borderline plants left outside in their permanent positions will need a helping had with rain covers and horticultural fleece, but those with tender root systems will need protecting also which is what this video is all about.

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Monty Don Says 'Prune this Popular Plant Hard Back Now' - Pruning Climbi...

Climbing roses can be a bit problematical. They often only flower on the top most of the plant, and there is some argument as to the best time of year to cut them back hard to get the best flowering display for the following spring. And don't get me started on which is the best pruning technique! So in this video English horticulturist Simon considers Monty Dons advice regarding when is the best time to prune hard back your climbing rose and then gives his opinion on the matter.

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Why does Alan Titchmarsh Hate these Two Plants?

Alan Titchmarsh is one of the UK's best love garden presenters, yet despite his love of plants there are two which he readily admits to hating! In this video English horticulturist Simon discusses which ones they are and how he personally feels about them too.

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Tropical Gardens UK: Exotic Garden Maintenance Jobs for November

The growing season may have come to an end but there is still plenty of work to do in the exotic garden despite being November! Clearing dead leaves, last minute weeding and plenty of winter protection are the watch-words for this month. So to focus on what really matters English horticulturist Simon takes a walk around his garden to discuss the maintenance jobs that he has planned for this month.

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Last Chance to Plant Spring Flowering Bulbs!

If you are keen to get an early display of colour in the garden then spring flowering bulbs are a fantastic way to go. However the clock is ticking with regards to getting them in. In fact the last chance to get them in the ground is about to slap you in the face! Is it too late to plant spring bulbs? Well, in this video English horticulturist Simon explains both when and why that is.

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Monty Don says 'Winter Cold Protect these Four Plants in November'

With winter soon to be here, it is important to keep an eye on your more tender container grown plants due to the risk of damage from a sharp frost. So in this video English horticulturist Simon takes a look at Monty Dons advice and goes into it in more detail regarding the cold tolerance of these species and the best way to protect them from cold damage using winter protection.

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Tropical Gardens UK: November Exotic Garden Tour

The year is nearly at an end and the garden has started its inevitable seasonal decline. It won't be long before the hard frosts bite and the garden is put to bed for the winter. However there is some confusion as a number of our tropical effect, exotic plants are  coming back into flower! With luck we will see them in full bloom before a cold snap causes them to perish! So in this video English horticulturist Simon shows you around his garden for what will presumably be the last tour of the year.

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Never Forget these Autumn lawn Maintenance Jobs

Understandably, most lawn maintenance jobs tend to get forgotten as soon as the weather turns wetter and cooler for the autumn. However, if you neglect these time sensitive works then you could end up paying for it big time come the spring with a lawn in shocking condition requiring expensive repairs! So check out English horticulturist Simon's list of autumn maintenance jobs that you really don't want to miss out on.

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What Happened to My Exotic Garden

We were on a recent trip away to make a couple of videos on Caesar Manrique's cactus garden, only to find out that out exotic garden here in the UK had not only changed, but looked almost derelict compared to before we left. This is what happened! This is what autumn can do to a tropical effect garden when you take your eye of the ball.

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