Blackberry Plants- Growing Advice and Tips

Blackberries do best in deep well drained soils such as sandy loams and loamy sands.  They should be planted in January or February but definitely by April 1.  Planting them on raised beds is...

Black Currants - Gardening Tips and Advice

Blackcurrants are great for beginners as they are easy to grow although they need generous feeding and careful pruning to get a good crop Where to grow Blackcurrants like sheltered site, full...

Rootstock - Fruit Trees - Information

Most situations will provide good pollination due to the close proximity of other gardens, and will not be necessary to have pollinators if the bees and other pollinating insects are generous...

Rootball - Planting and Care Guide

ROOTBALL plants have an advantage as they come with the soil in the rootball and can only be moved when they are dormant (November - March).  ROOTBALL plants are grown in the field and dug wit...

Rhubarb Plants - Planting and Care Guide

Rhubarb is not fussy as to soil but should be planted in slightly raised beds if the soil is very heavy. It does, however, need an open site as it will not tolerate shade. Prepare the soil ca...

Rhododendrons and Azaleas - Planting and Care Guide

Rhododendrons are very popular flowering bushes as well as a foundation plant with beautiful, stunning blooms. Rhododendron bushes can grow up to 70 feet tall. They are also closely related t...

Plants for Hard to Grow Areas

Planting for Problem Areas can be a headache when trying to decide or find the right plants. ScotPlantsDirect offers a few suggestions for those difficult areas that need plants or areas that...

Pot Grown Guide - How To Plant A Pot Grown Plant

Most plants are purchased as pot-grown, or container-grown. This means that the plant is displayed growing in a pot that you bring home. When you get container grown plants home, they are pl...

How To Plant A Containerised Tree

When digging the hole into which the plant will be placed, always ensure that the diameter or width is greater than the root spread of each plant.  Carefully lay aside the excavated soil besid...

Hydrangeas - Planting and Care Guide

Knowledgeable Care and  Pruning is the key to achieving a healthy, lush, beautifully flowering Hydrangea plant with lovely form. Proper Pruning of your Hydrangea Hydrangea macrophylla, Hydran...