I think I'm more keen to get some colour in the garden, so would like to focus on flowers/shrubs, but am very keen to get some herbs going too.
In regards to what I can do now, is there any seeds/bulbs I could plant now for next year? For things like lavender and herbs, maybe rosemary/thyme/mint, would I be best buying a plant and transferring it to a tub or growing from seed? I'm a complete novice to this so apologies for the lack of knowledge. I really appreciate all your advice.
I'd like some colour all year round so maybe there is a shrub that would be ideal for autumn/winter colour that could be grown in a tub?
Get yourself some good sized containers and around August/September -spring bulbs like daffodils tulips,hyacinths will start appearing in the stores
Take a trip to a garden centre,Homebase or B& Q they will have some plants on sale now -you might even pick up some bargains.
If you can get to car boot sale there are usually plant sellers
It depends on what conditions you can provide for raising plants from seed -it is the cheapest option-some are easier than others
Lavender like a sunny spot -grow it in a container -you can increase stock by taking cuttings
If you can get hold of some mint that will just romp away
July is not really the time to start a garden- in theory we should be lazing in ours- all the hard work is done in the springtime-by now it should be growing
Well - you like to set a challenge, don't you?!!! The north-facing aspect will be limiting, but not unsurmountable. I like the suggestions given by others, but will again suggest you make haste slowly.
With regard to herbs - just check where they come from originally. Mediterranean herbs are unlikely to thrive in your conditions. You need hardier plants that will respond to the reduced light levels. We'll put our collective thinking caps on for the future, but for now, I think you could perhaps go with the suggestions for instant results from the GC with ready-planted hanging baskets, and then plan for next year. It won't be long before the spring bulbs are available - and they are always cheerful additions to the garden after winter!
Not a planting suggestion- there are so many excellent ideas already suggested- but painting the fence in a lighter colour, and maybe putting a couple of strategically placed garden safe mirrors about could help with the amount of available light.
OK, one planting suggestion...Acer Senkaki does well in a container, and though deciduous, has wonderful coral red bark that glows in the winter.
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I think I'm more keen to get some colour in the garden, so would like to focus on flowers/shrubs, but am very keen to get some herbs going too.
In regards to what I can do now, is there any seeds/bulbs I could plant now for next year? For things like lavender and herbs, maybe rosemary/thyme/mint, would I be best buying a plant and transferring it to a tub or growing from seed? I'm a complete novice to this so apologies for the lack of knowledge. I really appreciate all your advice.
I'd like some colour all year round so maybe there is a shrub that would be ideal for autumn/winter colour that could be grown in a tub?
Get yourself some good sized containers and around August/September -spring bulbs like daffodils tulips,hyacinths will start appearing in the stores
Take a trip to a garden centre,Homebase or B& Q they will have some plants on sale now -you might even pick up some bargains.
If you can get to car boot sale there are usually plant sellers
It depends on what conditions you can provide for raising plants from seed -it is the cheapest option-some are easier than others
Lavender like a sunny spot -grow it in a container -you can increase stock by taking cuttings
If you can get hold of some mint that will just romp away
July is not really the time to start a garden- in theory we should be lazing in ours- all the hard work is done in the springtime-by now it should be growing
Just keep asking -we all love a project
Don't forget that small trees can be grown in pots too, and will give your garden some height and help cover those fences.
Well - you like to set a challenge, don't you?!!! The north-facing aspect will be limiting, but not unsurmountable. I like the suggestions given by others, but will again suggest you make haste slowly.
With regard to herbs - just check where they come from originally. Mediterranean herbs are unlikely to thrive in your conditions. You need hardier plants that will respond to the reduced light levels. We'll put our collective thinking caps on for the future, but for now, I think you could perhaps go with the suggestions for instant results from the GC with ready-planted hanging baskets, and then plan for next year. It won't be long before the spring bulbs are available - and they are always cheerful additions to the garden after winter!
OK, one planting suggestion...Acer Senkaki does well in a container, and though deciduous, has wonderful coral red bark that glows in the winter.