February Garden Tips & Rose Masterclass at Rockbarton

February Gardening Tips & Exciting Rose Workshop!

I am looking forward to February and leaving the storms of January behind us, we were very fortunate to have had no real damage due to the storms. We had done a lot to prepare for the storms, taking plants in, laying trees on the ground, anything that might move at all was put somewhere that we thought would be safe! I’m looking forward to the Spring Season ahead. I hope everyone managed to get through the storms ok.
Planning for Spring Flowers
If you have already planted bulbs, you will see them start to appear, I have already spotted snowdrops during our snow here, and the Crocus will be along shortly along with Daffodils soon. Tete a Tete Daffodils are a great for pots and containers as they don’t get too tall and give that boost of colour that we so badly need after the greys of winter. Spring Flowering bulbs are very hardy and as the ground warms, you will start to see their green shoots. Don’t worry if you haven’t yet, they will appear soon as they don’t mind the cold of the winter months.
Flower Beds & Borders
It is a great time to get out and clear up any of the dead plant material, leaves and weeds that might have appeared during the winter months and after the snow and storms. Be careful of trees that might have broken or damaged branches, if they are not easy to reach, you might need some assistance to remove them. You could also improve the soil by adding compost or well rotted manure for the growing season ahead. When you have healthy soil, it will lead to healthy robust plants, with lots of flowers.
Camellia Roses
We are coming into the season for Camellia Roses, which are acidic loving plants. Remember, they do not like the morning sun. If there is frost on the buds of the Camellia, the morning sun comes along to burn off the frost, and in doing so, the buds can turn black and never bloom properly. Afternoon sun, is no problem, as generally speaking the frost has gone by that time. You could add ericaceous soil to your Camellia and ensure that they have had a feed with ericaceous feed (not tomato feed) if the leaves are looking a little yellow.
Rose Care Workshop: Saturday February 22nd
If you want to take your rose gardening to the next level, don’t miss our Rose Care Workshop on February 22nd at Rockbarton. Whether you’re growing roses in your garden or planning to add a few new varieties to your collection, this workshop will give you expert advice on pruning, feeding, and protecting your roses throughout the year. There will be a Workbook for you to bring home and have as a reference guide. It is €50 and all attendees will receive a Rose for their garden, or even add to their collection. There will be tea and scones too. You will walk away with lots of tips and tricks for growing your own roses and there’ll be plenty of time for Q & A, so bring your gardening questions. Book the Rose Workshop Here

As always, if you need help picking the best plants for your garden, just give me a shout. I’m always happy to help.

Please note Winter Opening Hours for Rockbarton is Wednesday to Saturday from 10am to 5pm.
Lynda

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Garden Club Dates for February 13th & 27th at 11am

Rose Workshop Saturday 22nd February 12 – 2pm – Click to Book