Propagating & Growing Plants

There’s something truly magical about those first sunny daffodil blooms breaking through the cold British soil each spring. After 35 years of gardening, I can honestly say that daffodils remain one of my absolute favourite plants for adding effortless colour and naturalising in UK gardens. But one question I hear time and time again from […]

Quick Answer: Peace Lily Black Leaves Solution Peace lily leaves turning black usually indicates overwatering combined with cold temperatures, causing root rot. Move the plant to a warmer location (minimum 15°C), allow the compost to dry out almost completely, then resume watering only when the top inch feels dry. Cut off all black leaves cleanly […]

Poinsettias are everywhere at Christmas, their vibrant red bracts brightening up garden centres, supermarkets and homes across the UK. But these festive favourites have a reputation for being tricky to keep alive, often ending up in the bin come January. The truth is, with a bit of knowledge about what poinsettias actually are and how […]

December might seem like an odd time to be thinking about rhubarb, but trust me Ninjas, this is actually the perfect month to start forcing for those gorgeous, tender pink stems that’ll be ready to harvest in February and March. Whilst your neighbours are still staring at bare crowns in their vegetable patches, you’ll be […]

December might seem like the month when gardens grind to a complete halt, with most folks convinced there’s absolutely nothing to do except watch the rain and count down to Christmas. However, as Garden Ninjas, you probably know that there’s always something to be done in or around the garden. So this month, let’s concentrate […]

If you think you’ve got a black thumb when it comes to houseplants, I’ve got brilliant news for you. There are loads of absolutely gorgeous indoor plants that are practically impossible to kill, even if you’re a complete beginner. I want to show you my tried and tested beginner bulletproof house plants, even if you’ve […]

Winter containers get a bad reputation, with many gardeners thinking there’s no point bothering with pots once autumn fades. This is absolutely bonkers. Winter container gardening is one of the easiest and most rewarding ways to keep your garden looking vibrant during the dark months, and it takes far less effort than summer displays. I’ve […]

Now I know what you’re thinking, but you don’t need to be a Samurai to use one or train with a Sensei gardener for years on a remote Japanese island. Once you’ve got the hang of using a hori hori, I guarantee you’ll never look back! Whilst the Hori Hori gardening knife may look quite […]

You know what gets me every autumn? Those glossy gardening magazines showing pristine pots stuffed with layer upon layer of spring bulbs, promising you’ll have continuous flowers from February through May. Instagram is awash with them. YouTube tutorials multiply like rabbits. Everyone’s at it, stacking tulips, daffodils and crocuses like they’re building some horticultural wedding […]

Container gardening is absolutely brilliant because it’s accessible, flexible, and honestly, once you understand the basics, it’s actually easier than gardening in the ground. The trick is knowing which pots to use, what to fill them with, and crucially, which plants will actually thrive rather than survive. I’ve been growing things in containers for over […]