The weather may still be cold and cloudy, but buds are already starting to appear so it’s time to get your garden ready for ...

Q. What plants are pruned this month? A. Prune fruit trees and roses at the first sign of swelling in the growth buds. I ...

Oldfields Cider, based near Tenbury Wells, has added an eight-acre cider apple orchard to its existing 22 acres. The new orchard, planted in January, will feature traditional bittersweet cider apples ...

Here is a list of planning applications received in the Southern Area Planning Office of Test Valley Borough Council for the week ...

With spring ever so close, the urge to have that beautiful garden color can seem nagging. Here are ways to force the start of ...

Fruit trees are a labor of love and the rewards can be great. Nothing beats a fresh pear, apple, cherry or peach. However, these trees are labor intensive and timing ...

From seasoned growers to those just planting their first tree, fruit tree enthusiasts are preparing for a busy season. Now is the time for crucial tasks like buying, planting, pruning ...

Gardeners growing fruits, including apples, pears and raspberries, should mark their calendars this month. February is an ...

Landowners and farmers are finalizing farmland leasing agreements, starting with the question; “what is the average cash rent ...

Experts at B&Q offer their top tips for anyone wanting to grow rhubarb and apples in their garden, which include: Force ...

At the end of February you can also thin out the branches of the walnut tree. Cut off a branch with a diameter of 1 ...

For apple scab, do one spray now while the tree is dormant and the tips of the buds are green. Spray again later in winter ...