THE MODERN MINT BLOG
It is time for the Edinburgh Festival 2018 – hurray for August! We will be in Edinburgh for 2 days …
Topiary Article In The Guardian
If you wish to see some of my topiary work, then please visit this article in the Guardian – lots of photos! See The Article & Photos Here! Or you can see some photos I have taken HERE of work I’ve made. You can also read more about what it is like to be a topiary artist, who I learnt from and what kind of plants to clip by visiting this blog. Or contact me if you need help with topiary or any pruning in your garden.
Make Your Own Microbes
We are fans of effective microbes, and use the in our topiary work. They help keep plants healthy, meaning the plants have more tools in their toolbox and energy in their lives to stave off any diseases. Here is a lovely article that tells you how to make your own microbes. Right at the end. Make Your Own Microbes
Boxwood – Dealing With Blight & The Caterpillar – Early Advice
Please Note – This Is Advice From My First Experience With The Caterpillar. Check The Website Below For Up To Date Information! See Here For Boxwood Caterpillar And Moth Information Boxwood is one of my absolute favourite plants. The evergreen leaf that shines in winter, the smell as you clip it, the brilliant shapes you can make from it… but it is suffering somewhat from two major problems: Box Blight Boxwood Caterpillar and Moth None of this is the be all and end all for boxwood, but it helps to be aware of it and know a little about what …