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For general soil advice, check the Woodland Trust’s planting tips . Pruning at the wrong time means removing next year's flowers. The BBC Gardeners’ World pruning guide  offers additional tips. In most cases, the cause is environmental or timing-related and easily fixed. Yes — but timing is critical.

Feeding:  In the time when the trees are producing new leaves and growth, they can use up a lot of nutrients Additional Tips: Timing:  Plant bare-root trees during their dormant season, typically from late autumn

Essential March Tree and Shrub Care March brings warmer temperatures that make it the perfect time to Place the plant so the 'high tide mark' (where trunk meets roots) aligns with soil level. The best time to apply mulch is mid to late spring, before annual weeds start growing. A high-nitrogen spring lawn feed works well in late March if your grass looks tired. Your March Gardening Round-Up March is the perfect time to transform British gardens.

Malus ‘Indian Magic’ - A stunning variety of crab apple; this small, deciduous tree has bronze, tinged In late spring, young copper foliage opens with tiny yellow-green flowers. Avenues / Driveways An elegant line of statuesque trees can make an entrance infinitely more imposing; Tilia Clusters of tiny white flowers emerge in late spring, making it an attractive garden screening option

trees are best planted from October to March, it is still possible to plant a container tree at other times Great British Gardens RHS Gardens and Partner Gardens National Garden Scheme Time Out - Hidden Gardens

print-out ✔ Rural Payments Service map ✔ A clear hand-drawn farm map (photo upload accepted) Tip

Once your BN11 or BN7 application has been approved and your plants have arrived, it’s time to get them

Plant Nov–March ✔ Clear map completed 🌱 Final Thoughts Checking eligibility before you apply saves time

. ✔ You receive an invitation from Natural England/RPA for a Higher Tier application (invitations only is not registered or mapped correctly on the Rural Payments Service. ✘ You do not receive a Higher Tier invitation, but want to apply for Higher Tier (you must  wait for an invite). ✘ You want capital items that are only available through Higher Tier, but you haven’t been invited. ✘ Your land does not meet For NEW Higher Tier Applications Attend your pre-application advisory meeting .

ll keep things clear and farmer-friendly, with simple explanations (no complicated jargon) and handy tips Tip: Many nurseries offer “BN11 hedging packs” of mixed native species that meet these specs, making This grant helps cover labour/time for traditional laying between September and March . Tip Hedgerow grants in England can be combined  with other schemes. You can apply at any time, though the review process takes a few months.

Steep slopes, stones and heavy weeds increase labour time. Landowners Tenants and smallholders Other land managers can apply for BN7 and BN11 as part of: Mid Tier or Higher Tier agreements, or Standalone capital grants (availability can change year by year) You do not have to be a full-time farmer , but you must have management control of the land , including Frequently Asked Questions Do I need to be a full-time farmer to apply? No.

for Your Garden Planting and Caring for Rowan Trees Rowan Trees and Wildlife Pruning and Maintenance Tips Top Tip:  Looking for a tree that thrives in a modest plot? Use a soft tie and remove the stake after 1–2 years once the roots are well established. Top Tip:  Rowan trees retain a naturally balanced shape. When is the best time to plant a Rowan tree?