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  • How can I get rid of weeds?

    Looking at week killer options for my driveway and garden. Will weed killer kill all common weeds and how can I make sure it doesn’t kill my normal plants too? Lastly, is there a way to kill weeds permanently?

    Asked by Joyce on 9th Apr 2020
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    Growing sweet potatoes

    Is it possible to grow sweet potatoes in the UK?

    Asked by Joyce on 16th Aug 2022
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    Can all trees have tree protection order?

    Are there specific trees that can be protected from a tree preservation order or is any tree species/type potentially applicable?

    Asked by LAURA on 3rd May 2022
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    Growing apples

    Is it feasible to grow apples in a garden in the UK?

    Asked by jonathan on 21st Aug 2022
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    Average sprouting time of blueberries

    What is the sprouting time of blueberries?

    Asked by Tushar on 19th Aug 2022
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    Jacksons fencing

    Is Jacksons Fencing any good?

    Asked by Joyce on 4th Nov 2020
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    Watering apricot trees

    I have an apricot tress and wanted to know, how often do apricot trees need to be watered?

    Asked by Claire Kate on 20th Jan 2021
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    composite decking over concrete

    Is it okay to install composite decking over concrete or will the concrete need to be removed first? What materials/surfaces is it safe/appropriate to fit composite decking on top of? What other considerations might need be taken into account here? Why/why not can composite decking be fittedf on different surfaces in general?

    Asked by LAURA on 29th Oct 2020
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    Are Rhino greenhouses any good?

    Are Rhino greenhouses strong and durable? Our garden is pretty exposed to the weather, so I need something solid.

    Asked by Harry on 10th Mar 2023
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    Clean Millboard decking

    How can I safely and effectively clean Millboard decking? Is it different to other similar types of decking (similar in style and material that is)? And what approaches should be taken that are different here? Any ideas? Are there any products in particular that I should use that are specifically designed for use on Millboard decking? Thanks!

    Asked by Carol on 29th Oct 2020
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