Aberdeen Gardening - Help For The Amateur Gardener

We have several Bamboos in the garden, some tend to be invasive and not entirely as ornamental in appearance as we may wish. One which grows very well in the Aberdeen area and will not disappoint is Phyllostachys Nigra. This ornamental black stemmed evergreen bamboo makes an excellent specimen plant. The sturdy, yet arching stems [...]

Of all the Spiraes, (Arguta, also known as The Bridal Wreath) has to be the most spectacular of them all. The arching branches of this deciduous shrub are smothered in beautiful white flowers in May.
Fully hardy and untroubled by pests and disease. Place this one in a sunny position where the soil is free draining.
Pruning is [...]