November 2004 - Archive

Pick of the New Rose Crop
One of the things I always look forward to receiving in the Garden Centre at this time of year is the new crop of roses. It doesn’t seem like long ago we were enjoying the sights and smells of all those wonderful blooms and I’m sure the time will soon fly between now and seeing those buds burst into life again next year.

Remember, Remember the Jobs for November
It’s really feeling like winter now that November’s here and you can smell the bonfires in the air. Whilst it is generally the wettest month of the year, there’s still a few good days of gardening to be had in between the spells of rain.

Versatile Beauties
Last time I introduced you to some of my favourite bush roses, which will be available this Autumn. I would now like to share with you some of the best varieties from the other types of roses which you can use around the garden, proving that as well as being beautiful they’re very adaptable too.

10 Excuses to Escape the High Street
If you’re anything like me you’ll be dreading the prospect of Christmas shopping expeditions on busy high streets. Fear not, because there are plenty of useful and enjoyable ways of filling your time and escaping the dreaded crowds.