Gardeners, what do you?

Question

I have been asked to write a piece to go in a local paper on gardening, first is there any one out there who enjoys doing this sort of hobby and next if you were to read up on it, what would you find interesting

Answer 1

well i can only assume that because you've been asked to write an article on gardening --- that you would indeed be some sort of oracle on the subject .
so therefore you need to stick to " localised " situations that you and your readers can relate to .
there's not much point of getting outside influences if your imagination can't take you there --- after i don't know where you live --- so any advice might be deemed wrong or misleading
not fair to your readers , and although i do answer garden questions , that is indeed a differnt area from journalism , as such . good luck --- but stick to the "kiss " theory .

Answer 2

Yes I enjoy gardening (now ) though I didn't as a teenager, too much like hard work plus we didn't have a choice we all had certain jobs to do ~ had to do it to earn pocket money (the work ethic you see). The most interesting factor now is how the growing seasons have changed noticeably in the last 5-10years because of global warming, plants are blooming earlier and the growing season is lasting longer for some plants (petunias growing outside in Scotland in November for example never been known). I've also noticed different insect species that we never had before due to the recent climate changes eg swarms of flying ants. These changes are the most interesting and I'm sure throughout the UK they are becoming equally more noticeable too.

Answer 3

If it is for the local paper you need to tailor the article to local needs.
What are the common problems that local gardeners encounter?
These will vary accross the country because of variations in soil,climate and local custom.For instance in the north east they grow a lot of leeks,in Scotland they have to cope with colder weather and a later growing season.Ask around.Go to a local allotment and see what people grow and what the problems are.

Hope this helps.

Answer 4

I'd write on the commercial propagation of ornamental plants. For instance, this is the largest agricultural industry in the state of Maryland. Bedding plants are produced by robots, just like stamping out car parts. Growing orchids has moved from being a black art to being routine. Seeds and forming seeds are routinely bombarded with atomic radiation in order to produce mutations that may lead to new varieties. Contacting people in the industry is likely to provide a lot more information than library research, and I think they'd be proud to tell you about it.

Answer 5

Why dont you keep it seasonal. Tips and what should be done in the garden this time of year is always helpfull.
And you could add plants/shrubs for winter interest for the garden.

Answer 6

I am always looking for articles on new proved environmentally friendly tips on Companion Planting. Such as the relationship of corn with beans, borage with tomatoes, etc. Also what plants attract what beneficial insects and which plants to use as border traps.

Answer 7

At this time of the year, it's wonderful to look through the catalgoues and plan. Look out for new plants, etc etc.
Winter colour, sweet scented winter plants like Wintersweet, etc etc.

Answer 8

When to sow types of seeds, when to prune. when to dig, What to expect from the coming weeks weather. Tips on recycling how to compost waste materials. planting in a green house.
I hope that helps you.

Answer 9

My hubby is a gardener and from what he has told me they work for a bit, then drink tea, then bit more work...then drink tea!!
He works for the local council!

Answer 10

seeing everyone is living in home units and town houses why not on indoor and patio plant species and techniques.