Andy Connolly
After looking after orchids for many years I’ve heard the question “How long will my orchid flowers actually last?” more times than I can count. It usually comes from those new to orchids (which might be you) and with a sense of both hope and worry. Which anyone whose cared for orchids will understand. So …
Orchids are some of the most delicate and beautiful plants in the world. They have a reputation for being difficult to care for though. But with the right knowledge anyone can learn how to care for these stunning plants. And correctly watering them is one of the most important aspects of orchid care. We’re going …
Most gardeners think of fall as the season for winding down. The last tomatoes are in. The dahlias have been blackened by frost and need lifting. The beds look tired, the light is going and there’s an instinct to tidy up, put the tools away and wait for spring. It’s an understandable instinct. But its …
Dahlias are awesome and really pretty. But when I grew dahlias for the first fine I thought I’d done something wrong. I’d planted the tubers in late May, and those tubers are odd things that look more like a bunch of sweet potatoes than anything that was going to give me flowers. Sadly I then …