Property News · January 11, 2020

Gardening tips: plant midland hawthorn


Plus provide water for wildlife and visit Stowe GardensPlant this Make the most of tree-planting season to add a native species to your garden. The midland hawthorn, Crataegus laevigata ‘Paul’s Scarlet’ , is unfussy about growing conditions, reaching 5-8m each way once mature. It is smothered in double dark pink blossom in spring, followed by red haws.Try this Providing water for wildlife during the cold season is just as important as food, so clean out bird baths and refill on icy days. If you have a pond that freezes over, don’t be tempted to crack the ice but instead place a pan of hot water on top of the ice until it melts a hole. Continue reading…

Source : theguardian.com
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