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Gill Borchardt

U.K.

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Expertise

Where, when and how to plant perennials in various parts of the country,especially the south-west and north-east of England and the west highlands of Scotland

Experience in the area

Many years experience making gardens from scratch in the above parts of the United Kingdom. Also advising others on this subject.

Education/Credentials

Diploma in Horticulture with COmmendation

What do you like about this subject?

I just love growing things!

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Recent Reviews from Users

User	Date	K	C	P	Comments
Sallie	10/27/11	10	10	10
Jeanne	10/11/10	10	10	10	Thank you for your help.
JOHN	09/15/10	8	9	9
JOHN	09/14/10	8	9	9	Thank you very much, what is another .....
Carrie Markwick	08/24/10	10	10	10

Recent Answers from Gill Borchardt

2011-10-26 Coleus Plants:

Hello Sallie Do the plants look 'happy' - leaves looking fresh and full of life? If that is the case, stop worrying! Just keep checking the soil. If, on the other hand the leaves look droopy or

2011-10-11 separating siberian irises:

Hello Sherri As long as the weather remains mild the soil should still be warm so it should be OK to transplant your irises now, although they may not have time to put down new roots before the colder

2010-10-10 Asiain Lillys:

Hello Prue Thank you for your question. You should , by now, have taken the seed pods off the lilies. Open them up, extract the seeds and lay them out on kitchen paper to dry. Once they are

2010-10-09 Lariope seeds:

Hello Jeanne Lariope is very difficult to propagate from seed. It is much better to divide existing plants in the spring. To to that, just dig up a plant and tease the roots apart. Replant immediately

2010-10-03 Iris Bulb Storage:

Hello Karen Your iris tubers should be alright packed into a half and half mix of sand and compost for one winter. Check each tuber over for rot or 'squishy' bits and discard any that show these

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