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Gardens - Choosing the plants |
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Back to index page Climbers Clematis armandii. This little treasure not only has tons of beautifully fragrant small flowers, but also it's evergreen. It does like a sheltered spot in the garden, so you'll have to bear that in mind when doing your planning. Two cultivars are apple blossom and snowdrift. English Rose Roses are something we all love, especially in an English garden, but aren't they a lot of trouble, don't they suffer from lots of diseases and bugs. Not a bit of it, especially if you take just a little care in your selection. Soil The key item in any garden is the soil it’s the place to start. If your garden is windy, shady or has other problems the solutions will normally start with the soil if you can create the ideal soil conditions for the plants you wish to grow then they should get of to a flying start. Clay Soil This is the most likely type of soil you will find in your garden. Most people think they have a problem once they discover the soil they have is a clay or clay loam. However if managed correctly is type of soil can be the most productive. Sandy Soil As with clay the best way to improve sandy soil is to add lots of organic matter again in the form of 'spent mushroom compost unless you intend to plant acid loving plants such as azaleas or rhododendrons. Silt Soil This type of soil is similar to clay but needs a soil test before you start to determine the correct course of action as the soil pH can be acid or alkaline. Chalky Soil The most difficult soil to have in a garden it often suits perennial plants but can destroy acid loving plants such as acres and magnolias. Worms A healthy soil should contain worms, as they are a key element within the natural cycles that have established themselves within the soils structure. Worms create a good texture, drainage and incorporate organic matter into the soil by helping to turn it into humus. |
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