I have searched high and low to find a supplier of crushed horticultural charcoal. Can anyone direct me to a supplier within the UK who can send me about 1Kg. This is not bbq charcoal but the fine...
Can anyone give me a recipe for a children's meal? I have the care of 4 children, who will not all be eating at the same time, so I need a recipe that I can make earlier in the day and then just heat...
can anyone recommend a small lime scented shrub (preferably with a flower), but the lime scent is more important. for semi shaded spot in garden? Thanks
does anyone have any suggestions for a natural repellent to discourage gnats from coming into the house? my partner and I have just moved and on hot/sunny days with the doors/windows open, the house...
Hi, I was wondering if anyone has ever encountered a pet or animal which has an irrational Fear or phobia? Like scared of the dark or small insects or something. Or are phobias something only humans...
I have a fabulous new circular border to plant up, about 3 metres diameter and i have lots of holly hocks, redhot pokers, erygnium,liatris, echinacea to put in it but obviously these are all summer...
What is the best base for cheesecake? I made one today (for the first time, I am embarrassed to say), and used crushed Hobnobs with melted butter. It worked OK, (My Domestic Manager indicated it only...
Hi a couple of weeks ago we planted a little palm tree, we are not much for gardening and wondered if anyone knew how long they take to grow? It says on the labal it can grow up to 50 feet, thanks in...
I want to buy a fish as a pet but I don't know where to start! I have never had a pet before. What kind of fish do I buy? What kind of tank to I get? How do I look after, feed and clean it? Any...
I have two gorgeous 12 week old springer spaniels who have had both injections and are ready to take out. I have been walking them for 10 mins in the morning and 20 mins at night and they love it but...
Is it legal to shoot birds in your garden with an air rifle. A neighbour of mine has been doing it. He has had a visit from the police but he says it is not illegal. Just want to get the facts for...
I have bought some Dhalia bedding plants.At the moment they are about three inches high. Can some one tell me, if and when, I need to pinch out the main centre of the plant to make them grow bushy....
Our verticle blind slats need a good wash. We were told that you take them down, roll them up, secure with an elastic band, throw them all in a pillow case and put them in the washing machine....but...