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9th November marks the launch of ‘A Very Merry Christmas’ in Covent Garden which will see a 40ft Christmas tree on the Piazza (for the first time in three years), real life reindeer, a huge light installation by United Visual Artists, a 37ft topiary reindeer, a programme of choirs and music groups, story telling by candlelight, the Christmas food market and much, much more!
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Do you know that Sweet Bay is one of the best herb garden plants of the world? Known in other countries as Greek bay, Bay Laurel, Roman bay or Grecian bay, this plant was awarded last year’s Herb of the Year. But prior to its recognition, this plant has been very helpful centuries ago, especially for Romans and Greeks. The ancient inhabitants of the world have been using this as a cure to various ailments. Even on festivities, the leaves of this plant are used as garlands for the guests and high officials. These plants thrive best on the shores of the Mediterranean.
The Greek recognized this plant for its fragrant leaves and they used them as spice in cooking. Its soothing aroma is great. This only goes to show that even in the olden times culinary herbs already existed. Today, this plant is known as an essential ingredient for the “Bouquet Garni.”
Sweet bay is used both in ancient and modern herbalism. This type of plant can be very potent when given in high doses because its fruits and leaves have properties that are very strong. The common diseases or illness that is easily cured by this plant include respiratory problems, digestive complaints, certain cancers and flu. It is also used as a good remedy for earache. The fruit’s oil is serves as a good topical cure for bruises and sprains. Soaps were also made from its oils.
The Sweet Bay usually reaches 15 feet and can be planted as a hedge or a screen and if regularly clipped it’s also great for topiary. If you want to grow more and make this into a tree, it can grow into a cone-shaped tree. This tree doesn’t grow fast, but once it does, its uses are practically endless. For the whole year round you can always observe the green color leaves of this tree. Many of the gardeners who have tried growing this said that they can also grow in containers. In fact, this herb is also highly recommended for gardening which uses spotted culinary style – since this is one of the best herb garden plants that can be used as a good attraction in the house balcony.
The usefulness of the Sweet Bay is responsible for its renowned reputation as one of the best herb garden plants. The award ‘Herb of the year” is a fitting recognition for this plant. This tree is really helpful to all of us because of its culinary and medicinal uses.
I have a very limited garden area and decided to do something different this year. I planted my tomatoes in hanging baskets. Tomato’s take up so much space in my tiny little garden, and I don’t have much room to spare.
On May 1st, I bought 3 coconut shredded hanging baskets. I cut the bottom with scissors to make an X. I gently guided my cherry tomato plant through the cut X until I had all of the little leaves poking out of the bottom. I did this with all three baskets, although I replaced one of the cherry tomato’s with a Big Boy just to experiment and see if the yield, by the middle of summer would be too much for a hanging basket to handle.
After I placed the plants carefully through the X, I placed potting soil over the root system and smoothed out the soil. I then planted the herbs that we had started from seed on the surface of the dirt. I planted parsley, basil, tarragon and thyme. I also added a Kimono plant that stays very low, for color. I added a little chicken doodle to each basket and gently watered. I hung them up by the car port and hoped for the best.
For the first week the poor plants just sagged there like a chicken would hang after slaughter. By the second week I knew they were out of shock because all of them were trying to perk up their heads towards the sunlight. By the third week they had kicked in and were growing like crazy.
It has been seven weeks now and I have several bunches of cherry tomato’s on each of my two plants. The Big Boy plant has over 20 dime diameter tomato’s on it and I am hoping that it won’t be too much weight for the plant to carry. This was done as an experiment so we will have to wait and see.
If you live in an apartment or just don’t have very much garden space like me, I believe this is the perfect solution. I have heard that you can use a variety of garden plants. Next year I plan on doing just that. With the cost of food skyrocketing it is an ideal way to save money and eat healthy. I have placed several pictures online if you are interested in seeing how they are turning out.
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Last post we spoke of pruning Rhododendrons and the proper methods to use when doing so.
Today, I want to cover a few more helpful tid bits regarding pruning as well as a number of other helpful things to consider this time of year.
Right now is a perfect time to begin thinking about trimming plants according to their natural needs.
Some plants require formal grooming such as Privet, Boxwood, Yews, and formal grooming of Topiary plants. Others require selective pruning to allow the plants to take their natural shape respectively.
Topiary plants, now there’s a new concept we haven’t spoken of before. Topiary, you know those corkscrew shrubs trimmed into spirals and whorls to create interesting shapes and figures?
All of these plants are attractive when formally groomed and sheered in the likeness they were intended to display. Keep in mind, one important factor here. Tight sheering is the perfect solution to keeping these plants looking their best, but as the title of this article suggests, too tight can lead to bare areas and also unsightly plants if sheered too close.
Remember, the best time for sheering is coming up at the end of June and early July. Give the new growth time to harden off before sheering back. Trim too soon and you stand the chance of die back or thinning out due to not allowing the new growth to produce the growth it is intended to produce.
Pruning of deciduous plants that flower in the early spring, well, I’m afraid you missed your chance for this year, as the new growth is now coming of age and forming the axillary buds for flowering for next years growth.
Pruning of early spring flowering plants such as hydrangea & roses, should be done prior to leaf set,when the leaves first begin to take form. Prune back dead wood to above the 5th or 6th bud of expanding leaves and this will stimulate the plant into producing new branching and flowering for the current spring.
Other deciduous plants such as Lilac, Spirea, Kerria, Cotoneaster, Viburnum and so forth should be selectively pruned, not sheered, right after flowers fade thus stimulating new growth for next years flowering and thus also allows the new growth to harden off prior to winter, and suffering less winter die back. Keep also in mind that some of the tender plants may require protection from winter winds, such as roses. ( I will cover this topic of winter protection in a future article).
For a good reference guide, I suggest locating a detailed book, perhaps on Amazon.com or other reliable book seller, to give you a detailed and visual description of how to prune properly. Please don’t consider the simple pruning guides such as Sunset books as they are fine for general pruning, however do not go into the necessary detail of proper pruning and sheering methods I speak of here.
Plant material are quite tough really, and when cared for properly, will always look their best if maintained well, which brings me to my final suggestion of the day. Fertilizing.
Right now is a perfect and suggested time to fertilize shrubs, trees, perennials, and annuals as the early spring application is beginning to fade. Time is now of the essence to give your plants that important boost of energy to set new roots and develop the desired growth for flowering next year.
A rule of thumb to keep in mind here, is to apply a fertilizer that is a perfect solution to the plants particular needs. Foliage plants, such as Boxwood, Yews, Privet etc are all plants that require nitrogen to give a show of flourishing green growth, yet also require adequate amounts of Phosphorous and Potassium to keep the plants health in check as well. My suggestion is a fertilizer analysis of 10-5-10 or one of similar calculations. Espoma fertilizers are ideal as they are formulated for every type of plant one can imagine.
Flowering plats have a different requirement as they require higher levels of phosphorus to stimulate flowering as well as rooting. In addition a lower level of nitrogen to adequately supply the plants with enough nutrient for good foliage is important. I personally suggest something of a 5-10-10 as a good source of nutrient for flowering plants, but similar analysis can also be used with adequate success.
Root growing plants, such as in the vegetable category, like potatoes, carrots, turnip, beets etc have a higher need of potassium for good root development and plant vigor. With this, I would suggest a 5-5-10 which will provide the necessary needs as well as stimulating root development and overall good plant health..
IN addition on closing, this is just the tip of the iceberg, so keep in mind, insect control, and disease control as being important additional factors to over all good plant health. With proper pruning and fertilization, you are light years ahead of the game in providing the plants immune system with the necessary needs to fight off plat pathogens and insects. but these factors still need to be considered as the aforementioned article is not the complete answer to a healthy and thriving landscape.
With all this in mind, I wish you all Happy gardening… Your humble Horticulturist…Chet Stentiford.
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HOW TO PLANT JAPANESE PAINTED FERN
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Ferns love the shade therefore this perennial plant needs to be planted in a rich, damp soil in partial to full shade. The Japanese painted fern is slow growing perennial plant that forms clusters that gradually increases in size over a number of years. The fronds are deciduous which means they die back when touched by a hard frost and because it’s a perennial plant the Japanese Painted Fern will return in the spring.
To plant a fern, follow these simple steps:
1). Select a shady spot in your garden or yard.
2). Prepare a deep planting hole 2 X’s the size of root ball. (Very important because plant spreads by rhizomes)
3). If roots are pot bound,(tightly coiled) loosen up the roots very carefully.
4). Fill it with plenty of compost or shredded leaves.
5). Add a few small stones to improve drainage, if you like.
6). Spreading out the roots, place the plant in the ground.
7). Firm the soil around it.
8). Water well, avoid over watering as this may lead to root rot.
ADDITIONAL FERN INFORMATION
A. Your plant should thrive for years with little attention.
B. If your soil is poor, apply organic compost and mulch from time to time.
C. In dry periods, make sure to keep the soil moist.
D. Most people will let the plants grow naturally.
E. You can prune dead or damaged leaves(also called fronds).
F. Avoid high nitrogen fertilizers, high nitrogen fertilizer is detrimental to ferns.
G. Once plant is established (1-3 years, root divisions can be done anytime to increase your plant numbers.
There a few fern grottos in the United States and I have visited a few myself. One that I found to be spectacular was in Northern California located just outside the Redwood National Park called Fern Canyon, it’s truly a natural wonder. Plus there are the magnificent redwood forest to see along with the Pacific Ocean coastline they are all very short distance from each other. Plan on spending a few days in the area so you can take in all the marvelous natural beauty that Mother Earth has provided us and don’t forget your camera. Make sure to put this spot on the top of your travel list, it’s a must see destination!
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A topiary is traditionally a plant that is cut to form a certain shape. In America, topiaries are generally very simple in their basic shape. Some topiaries are spherical, some are cone shaped and some are twisted. Topiaries are traditionally live plants that you trim to keep their shape and can enjoy out doors or as a decorative piece indoors. But in recent years the traditional topiary has taken on a new life. Today’s topiaries can be made out of just about anything. Collectors can make topiaries out of their favorite coins, stamps, or toy cars. Topiaries can be used to make a family heirloom when photos are attached to the base. The number of different ideas that can be employed in making topiaries is countless. One of the most popular ways to use topiaries is in combination with candy.
Everyone loves candy! Candy makes for the perfect companion to a topiary because candy topiaries can be personalized to just about any situation. For example, let’s say that you are getting married and want to use a topiary as a centerpiece or as decorations around the reception location. Candy topiaries are relatively inexpensive to make, can be made to fit any color scheme, and provide treats for your guests when candy is left in the wrappers when adhered to the topiary. An elegant bow and a decorative tag with the bride and groom’s name finish off this simple craft that is sure to be unlike anything that your guests have seen at any other wedding celebration.
Popular candy stores are capitalizing on the idea of making a candy topiary by selling them already made. The unfortunate thing for you is that when you buy your topiary already made, your choices for what you want the topiary to look like are limited, not to mention you will probably end up spending a significant amount more if you buy an already assembled candy topiary, than if you put the topiary together yourself. Putting together your own topiary is simple. With some foam, a wooden dowel and a flower pot, you can make the base or form for your topiary. Simply place a half of a foam ball into the flower pot (rounded side up). Stick the dowel through the foam in the pot. Use a foam ball, cone, square, or whatever other shape you want, as the top of the topiary. Once you have secured the dowel to the base and the top to the dowel, you can apply your candy to the topiary.
There are also many different techniques that you can use to put candy on your topiary. One of the biggest decisions that you will have to make is going to be whether or not you mean to eat the candy once it has been put onto the topiary. Candies that have been taken out of their wrappers or handled too much, may not be suitable for eating once they have been removed from the topiary. Fun size candy and candy bars that have been left in their wrappers can be attached to the foam topper of the topiary with hot glue. You can stagger the candies, you can layer the candies (like roof tiles), or you can place the candies on the topiary so that they randomly cover the surface area. You can create a pattern by using only certain colors of candy or you can choose candy that reflects the colors of the event that you are making your candy topiary for. For example, you can make a pink topiary for a bridal shower or a pastel topiary for an Easter gift.
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