Broad beans, or Fava beans as they are also known, are nutritious and hardy beans that can be sown from early spring. Some varieties can also be sown in October if the soil is reasonably warm and sheltered. Despite being a resilient plant they can sometimes develop problems causing discoloration and stunted growth. So if … Read more
Monkey puzzle trees are fascinating plants. At their biggest they can reach 50 metres in height, and can live for up to 1000 years! Although they survive well in many locations, sometimes they can struggle if they do not have the right conditions for optimum growth. This can show in the discolouration of the spines … Read more
Bay trees are very fashionable at the moment and can often be found in pots outside smart restaurants. Although they grow quite well in pots, in the ground they can become very large. With dark green evergreen foliage and a herby savoury aroma they are not only a beautiful tree but useful in cooking too. … Read more