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Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- General
- Daily Mirror
Monty Don urges households with wisteria to do '6-inch' pruning task
Wisteria can add instant charm and elegance to your garden - however, Monty recommends completing this one important pruning task now to stop it growing out of control Easily identifiable for their long, draping flowers, wisteria add a mysterious, elegant atmosphere to any garden. But if you want them to flower to their full potential, you should take care to prune them in June. Wisteria typically blossoms in late spring in early summer. In the UK, this usually means you will see their distinctive purple blossoms come to fruition in May or June. They also release a delectable scent, which can range from musky and slightly spicy to sweet. It's also a fast-growing climbing plant, making it a perfect decoration for walls or fences. However, there is a level of maintenance involved in keeping your wisteria healthy and flourishing. Gardening expert and BBC presenter Monty Don says June is the perfect time to prune them. This is because it allows new flowers to emerge. Monty wrote in his blog: 'Wisteria produces its flowers on new growth, which in turn emerges from spurs off the main shoots. He continued: 'When they have finished flowering – and for most of us that is around the middle of June – is the best time to prune all this year's new shoots back to a spur leaving no more than about 6 inches of growth.' Cutting wisteria shoots by six inches should be enough to keep new growth close to the main vine. It also should clear away unwanted shoots that risk ruining the look of your garden. Likewise, gardeners should also take this opportunity to tidy up the entire plant. This includes trimming and tying away any loose, trailing shoots. If you're unsure over how hard to prune your plant, Monty advises to err on the side of 'cutting too lightly'. After all, you will have other opportunities to prune your plant. In the new year, you can prune again after the foliage has begun to die back. Monty says you should reduce each side shoot to 'just 2 or 3 inches.' Pruning also helps to avoid your wisteria plant into a big mass of woody tissue and foliage. Or, worse, growing out of control and damaging your walls or fences. It also poses a sinister threat to other plants if left unchecked. Wisteria can quickly wrap itself around surrounding plants, effectively choking them. Other tips for caring for wisteria is ensuring they are placed in well-drained soil, as they dislike too much moisture. Equally, they should be left to grow in a sheltered, sunny spot.
The Irish Sun
27-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
Robert Dyas is selling an attractive product that keeps your garden private – it's £6 cheaper than The Range
WITH the onset of warmer weather, we're spending more time in our gardens, but we also want to keep prying eyes out. Robert Dyas is selling the perfect option for increasing privacy in our backyards and it's also eye-pleasing without breaking the bank. 3 Robert Dyas is selling the perfect option to create more privacy in your backyard Credit: Alamy 3 The faux decor Wisteria trellis is a great solution for privacy and it looks pretty Credit: Robert Dyas The retailer has a faux-Wisteria trellis on sale for just £24.99, which much cheaper for a similar product at The Range, which is selling for £31.99. One of the perks of the trellis is that not only does it provide privacy from nosy neighbours, but it is also maintenance free - once it's installed there's nothing else that needs to be done. Standing at 180cm x 60cm, the trellis is UV resistant and looks almost like real wisterias and green leaves hanging on your fence. It's a stylish alternative to more traditional fencing and can be installed either horizontally or vertically. gardening The product is available online and in stores. Shoppers raved about the affordable privacy trellis in the review section of the product on Robert Dyas' website. "Bought several of these Wisteria trellis to put on our pergola, they look amazing," wrote one person. Another added: "Good quality and easy to put up." Most read in Fabulous And a third posted: "Great sturdy product at a excellent price." I hate my new build garden being overlooked so found a 5 METRE privacy fence to block out nosy neighbours for under £30 As well as the pretty trellis from Robert Dyas, One top was to adopt a wild and natural aesthetic by allowing certain areas of your garden to grow freely. Encourage native plants to thrive and intentionally leave some sections untamed to create a sense of seclusion and wilderness, even in the most urban areas, giving a whimsical and forest-like feel. How to find gardening bargains Doing up your garden to enjoy on warm and sunny days needn't cost the earth. Sun Savers Editor Lana Clements explains how to get a top deal on items for the garden… You can bag big savings on plants, shrubs and flowers, as well as gardening tools and furniture. Many retailers have flash sales across entire seasonal ranges – often these promotions tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout. Sign up to mailing lists of your favourite brands and you'll be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too. Use a price comparison site to search out the best value items. And keep a close eye on the specialbuys at Aldi and middle of Lidl drops which drop a couple of times a week and usually mean great value seasonal items for your outdoor areas. If you are not in a hurry to buy an item, try adding it to the shopping cart online and leaving it for a couple of days. Sometimes big brands will try to tempt you into the sale by offering you a discount. And always check if you can get cashback before paying. It's especially worth using sites such as Topcashback, Quidco and app Jamdoughnut when buying bigger ticket items such as garden furniture as you'll get a nice kickback. How you position your plants and outdoor furniture is also really important in increasing privacy. Garden zoning involves splitting outdoor spaces into sections, creating different areas for different purposes. By zoning your garden with physical dividers, you can maximise the functionality of the space but also create privacy within your own home. Finally, you can also strategically arrange any garden furniture to shield yourself from prying eyes. 3 The Range is selling a similar screen for £31.99 Credit: The Range
Scottish Sun
27-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Robert Dyas is selling an attractive product that keeps your garden private – it's £6 cheaper than The Range
See how you can increase privacy with this no-maintenance option GARDEN SCREEN Robert Dyas is selling an attractive product that keeps your garden private – it's £6 cheaper than The Range Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) WITH the onset of warmer weather, we're spending more time in our gardens, but we also want to keep prying eyes out. Robert Dyas is selling the perfect option for increasing privacy in our backyards and it's also eye-pleasing without breaking the bank. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Robert Dyas is selling the perfect option to create more privacy in your backyard Credit: Alamy 3 The faux decor Wisteria trellis is a great solution for privacy and it looks pretty Credit: Robert Dyas The retailer has a faux-Wisteria trellis on sale for just £24.99, which much cheaper for a similar product at The Range, which is selling for £31.99. One of the perks of the trellis is that not only does it provide privacy from nosy neighbours, but it is also maintenance free - once it's installed there's nothing else that needs to be done. Standing at 180cm x 60cm, the trellis is UV resistant and looks almost like real wisterias and green leaves hanging on your fence. It's a stylish alternative to more traditional fencing and can be installed either horizontally or vertically. The product is available online and in stores. Shoppers raved about the affordable privacy trellis in the review section of the product on Robert Dyas' website. "Bought several of these Wisteria trellis to put on our pergola, they look amazing," wrote one person. Another added: "Good quality and easy to put up." And a third posted: "Great sturdy product at a excellent price." I hate my new build garden being overlooked so found a 5 METRE privacy fence to block out nosy neighbours for under £30 As well as the pretty trellis from Robert Dyas, one gardening expert shared their tips on creating more privacy in your backyard. One top was to adopt a wild and natural aesthetic by allowing certain areas of your garden to grow freely. Encourage native plants to thrive and intentionally leave some sections untamed to create a sense of seclusion and wilderness, even in the most urban areas, giving a whimsical and forest-like feel. How to find gardening bargains Doing up your garden to enjoy on warm and sunny days needn't cost the earth. Sun Savers Editor Lana Clements explains how to get a top deal on items for the garden… You can bag big savings on plants, shrubs and flowers, as well as gardening tools and furniture. Many retailers have flash sales across entire seasonal ranges – often these promotions tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout. Sign up to mailing lists of your favourite brands and you'll be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too. Use a price comparison site to search out the best value items. And keep a close eye on the specialbuys at Aldi and middle of Lidl drops which drop a couple of times a week and usually mean great value seasonal items for your outdoor areas. If you are not in a hurry to buy an item, try adding it to the shopping cart online and leaving it for a couple of days. Sometimes big brands will try to tempt you into the sale by offering you a discount. And always check if you can get cashback before paying. It's especially worth using sites such as Topcashback, Quidco and app Jamdoughnut when buying bigger ticket items such as garden furniture as you'll get a nice kickback. How you position your plants and outdoor furniture is also really important in increasing privacy. Garden zoning involves splitting outdoor spaces into sections, creating different areas for different purposes. By zoning your garden with physical dividers, you can maximise the functionality of the space but also create privacy within your own home. Finally, you can also strategically arrange any garden furniture to shield yourself from prying eyes. 3 The Range is selling a similar screen for £31.99 Credit: The Range
The Sun
27-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Robert Dyas is selling an attractive product that keeps your garden private – it's £6 cheaper than The Range
WITH the onset of warmer weather, we're spending more time in our gardens, but we also want to keep prying eyes out. Robert Dyas is selling the perfect option for increasing privacy in our backyards and it's also eye-pleasing without breaking the bank. 3 3 The retailer has a faux-Wisteria trellis on sale for just £24.99, which much cheaper for a similar product at The Range, which is selling for £31.99. One of the perks of the trellis is that not only does it provide privacy from nosy neighbours, but it is also maintenance free - once it's installed there's nothing else that needs to be done. Standing at 180cm x 60cm, the trellis is UV resistant and looks almost like real wisterias and green leaves hanging on your fence. It's a stylish alternative to more traditional fencing and can be installed either horizontally or vertically. The product is available online and in stores. Shoppers raved about the affordable privacy trellis in the review section of the product on Robert Dyas' website. "Bought several of these Wisteria trellis to put on our pergola, they look amazing," wrote one person. Another added: "Good quality and easy to put up." And a third posted: "Great sturdy product at a excellent price." I hate my new build garden being overlooked so found a 5 METRE privacy fence to block out nosy neighbours for under £30 As well as the pretty trellis from Robert Dyas, one gardening expert shared their tips on creating more privacy in your backyard. One top was to adopt a wild and natural aesthetic by allowing certain areas of your garden to grow freely. Encourage native plants to thrive and intentionally leave some sections untamed to create a sense of seclusion and wilderness, even in the most urban areas, giving a whimsical and forest-like feel. How to find gardening bargains Doing up your garden to enjoy on warm and sunny days needn't cost the earth. Sun Savers Editor Lana Clements explains how to get a top deal on items for the garden… You can bag big savings on plants, shrubs and flowers, as well as gardening tools and furniture. Many retailers have flash sales across entire seasonal ranges – often these promotions tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout. Sign up to mailing lists of your favourite brands and you'll be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too. Use a price comparison site to search out the best value items. And keep a close eye on the specialbuys at Aldi and middle of Lidl drops which drop a couple of times a week and usually mean great value seasonal items for your outdoor areas. If you are not in a hurry to buy an item, try adding it to the shopping cart online and leaving it for a couple of days. Sometimes big brands will try to tempt you into the sale by offering you a discount. And always check if you can get cashback before paying. It's especially worth using sites such as Topcashback, Quidco and app Jamdoughnut when buying bigger ticket items such as garden furniture as you'll get a nice kickback. How you position your plants and outdoor furniture is also really important in increasing privacy. Garden zoning involves splitting outdoor spaces into sections, creating different areas for different purposes. By zoning your garden with physical dividers, you can maximise the functionality of the space but also create privacy within your own home. Finally, you can also strategically arrange any garden furniture to shield yourself from prying eyes.
Daily Mirror
18-05-2025
- Climate
- Daily Mirror
Monty Don urges gardeners to prune one plant by exact time in summer
British horticulturist and TV presenter Monty Don has urged Brits to get into the garden and complete one crucial task this summer, following weeks of sunny spells and balmy temperatures With summer just around the corner, Brits are being urged to crack on with one essential gardening job. The relentless British rain and grey clouds have slowly faded away - replaced with blue skies and sunny spells. Temperatures are even slated to soar above 30C this week as the UK's huge 'heat spike' continues to thaw out the nation. While the consistent sunshine may not be appreciated by sweaty Brits having to work inside, it will be well received by the flowers that have somehow survived the bleak winter. Next month (June) should be when you start witnessing splashes of colour emerging in your garden. Classic flowers like Poppies, roses, and dahlias will start to bloom - and your vegetable garden will transform into a mini feast. But, don't be fooled. Just because your garden has seemingly transformed itself into a floral paradise overnight - it doesn't mean there isn't work to do. In fact, British horticulturist Monty Don says June is filled with essential tasks - ranging from weeding vegetable plots to thinning your apple and pear trees. Writing on his eponymously named blog back in 2024, the gardening ace explained that June is also the best month to prune wisteria. "Wisteria produces its flowers on new growth, which in turn emerges from spurs off the main shoots," Monty wrote. "When they have finished flowering - and for most of us that is around the middle of June - is the best time to prune all this year's new shoots back to a spur leaving no more than about six inches of growth. In the process the whole plant can be tidied, trained and tied in so that there are no loose, trailing shoots." If you're worried about over-pruning your wisteria, Monty recommends erring on the side of caution. Then, in the new year, when the foliage has all died back - you can prune again, reducing each side shoot to just 'two or three inches'. Wisteria can be rather maintenance blooms that typically take three to five years to begin flowering. If growing from seed, it may take two decades before you start spotting colour - but the wait is well worth it. Pruning twice a year allows better air circulation and more sunlight to reach the base of the young growths. According to experts over at the Royal Horticultural Society, this will encourage 'better ripening of the wood and improve the chances of flower bud formation'. "Wisterias can be left to ramble unchecked where space allows, but will usually flower more freely and regularly if pruned twice a year," they added. If you're away during the start of summer, and don't want your Wisteria to start drooping - don't worry. You can postpone the task until August at the latest.
