The Garden of Eaden

Five mistakes to avoid growing and planting coffee plants

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Sun, 17 May 2026 07:40:57 +0000

Can you grow coffee plants in the UK or other temperate climates? In this video, Simon and Lorna from Walking Talking Gardeners travel to La Herradura in Southern Spain to visit the only coffee plantation in Europe!

We’ve teamed up with Manuel, a tropical fruit expert, to reveal the 5 CRITICAL mistakes most gardeners make when trying to grow coffee plants (Coffea arabica and Coffea robusta). Whether you’re growing coffee as a houseplant or attempting a small harvest, these tips will ensure your plant stays healthy and productive.

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noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Sat, 16 May 2026 07:40:29 +0000

Are you making these common May gardening mistakes? May is a critical month in the garden, but it’s also when beginner gardeners are most likely to face "plant disaster." In this video, Simon from Walking Talking Gardeners walks you through the top 10 mistakes to avoid right now to ensure your summer harvest is a success.

From the dangers of late frosts to the "sunburn" risks of not hardening off your plants properly, we cover the essential gardening tips every beginner needs to know this month. Plus, stick around for a mischievous challenge and some "no-nonsense" advice on watering, container gardening, and more!

Five mistakes to avoid planting and growing the red hot poker - Kniphofia

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Wed, 13 May 2026 07:48:20 +0000

Stop Killing Your Red Hot Pokers! 5 Common Kniphofia Mistakes

Are your Red Hot Pokers (Kniphofia) struggling to bloom or dying off unexpectedly? In this video, I’m breaking down the 5 biggest mistakes gardeners make when planting and growing these stunning architectural plants. From "misunderstood" pests to the dangers of over-fertilization, I'll show you exactly how to ensure your garden is filled with those iconic torch-like blooms.

Stop! You are killing your Camellias with these five critical mistakes

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Sun, 10 May 2026 07:40:00 +0000

Are your Camellias struggling with yellow leaves or failing to bloom? You might be making one of these five common gardening mistakes! In this video, we break down essential Camellia care tips to ensure your plants stay healthy, vibrant, and full of flowers.

From soil pH secrets to the hidden dangers of sun exposure, we’re covering everything you need to know to avoid "killing" your favourite woodland plants. Whether you’re growing in the ground or in pots, these gardening tips are a must-watch for any plant lover.

Stop! Don't forget to cut these plants back in May

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Sat, 09 May 2026 07:59:00 +0000

Stop! Don't miss the window for these essential May pruning jobs! ✂️🌿

Are your garden plants looking a little overgrown, or are you unsure which ones need a haircut this month? In this video, we’re walking through the garden to identify the specific plants you MUST cut back in May to ensure healthy growth, more flowers, and a tidier garden for the summer ahead.

May is a critical transition month in the garden. Pruning at the right time is the difference between a thriving plant and one that struggles to bloom. We’ll cover everything from early-flowering shrubs to evergreen maintenance, providing clear, easy-to-follow advice for gardening beginners and experts alike.

Stop! You are killing your Canary Island Date Palms with these five critical mistakes

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Wed, 06 May 2026 07:42:00 +0000

Are you struggling to keep your Canary Island Date Palm alive? In the UK, nearly 90% of these beautiful palms don’t survive their first winter. In this video, we break down the 5 CRITICAL mistakes most gardeners make and show you exactly how to fix them so your Phoenix canariensis can thrive year after year!

From choosing the perfect sunny spot to mastering winter protection and avoiding the dreaded "spear pull," this is your ultimate guide to palm care in cooler climates.

Five reasons why I hate 'No Mow May'

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Mon, 04 May 2026 07:43:00 +0000

Think 'No Mow May' is the best thing for your garden? Think again. In this video, I’m sharing five honest (and slightly humorous) reasons why I have a visceral hatred for the 'No Mow May' movement. From the biological misconceptions about grass to the hidden dangers lurking in long lawns, we’re diving into why this trend might be doing more harm than good for both you and your local ecosystem.

We explore the reality of lawn maintenance and why simply letting your grass grow wild isn't the same as creating a thriving wildflower meadow. If you’re a gardener who values biodiversity but questions the "performative" nature of modern trends, this rant is for you.

Stop! Ten plants you should never cut in May

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Sun, 03 May 2026 07:37:00 +0000

Stop! Don’t pick up those secateurs just yet! 🛑✂️ In this video, we’re covering the 10 plants and groups of plants you should never prune or cut in May. Pruning at the wrong time can lead to devastating diseases, loss of flowers, or even the death of your favourite garden features. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned gardener, knowing these "no-cut" rules is essential for a healthy, vibrant garden.

Ten essential garden jobs for May for gardening beginners

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Sat, 02 May 2026 07:37:00 +0000

Get your garden ready for summer with these 10 essential gardening jobs for May! 🌿

May is one of the busiest months in the gardening calendar, but don't let that overwhelm you. In this video, we break down the most important tasks for gardening beginners to tackle right now to ensure a healthy, vibrant, and flower-filled garden all season long.

Top Five Flowering Shrubs for May for Gardening Beginners

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:39:00 +0000

Transform Your Garden This May with These 5 Stunning Flowering Shrubs! 🌸

Looking to add vibrant colour and expert-approved plants to your garden this month? In this video, we dive into the "Top Five Flowering Shrubs for May," sharing everything you need to know about their origin, hardiness, and essential care requirements to help your garden thrive.

STOP! Doing This Is Killing Your Lavender - 5 Critical Mistakes

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Sun, 26 Apr 2026 07:40:00 +0000

STOP! If your lavender is looking woody, leggy, or just plain sad, you might be accidentally killing it.

In this video, we’re breaking down the 5 CRITICAL mistakes that lead to lavender death. From the "April Pruning Myth" to the hidden dangers of glazed pots, I’ll show you exactly how to keep your lavender thriving, silver, and smelling sweet for years to come.

Whether you're growing Lavandula angustifolia (English Lavender), L. stoechas (French Lavender), or hybrids like L. x intermedia, the rules for success are simple—but easy to get wrong!

Last Chance! Ten Gardening Jobs You MUST Finish by the End of April

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Sat, 25 Apr 2026 07:40:00 +0000

Time is running out! ⏳ April is flying by, and if you don’t tackle these 10 essential gardening jobs now, you might have to wait another 12 months to fix them. In this guide, I’m breaking down the most time-sensitive tasks you MUST finish before May to ensure your garden looks spectacular this summer and next spring.

From Monty Don’s top tips for sweet peas to the critical "not to do" job for spring bulbs, we’re covering everything you need to stay ahead of the game. April gardening checklist, sweet pea planting tips, and how to prune clematis are all discussed. Plus, I'll share a huge money-saving secret on summer tubers!

Five mistakes to avoid planting and growing Campsis - The Trumpet vine

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:38:00 +0000

Thinking about planting a Trumpet Vine (Campsis radicans)? Stop! Before you dig that hole, make sure you aren't making these common mistakes.

In this video, we dive deep into everything you need to know about planting and growing Campsis successfully. While the Trumpet Vine is famous for its stunning, hummingbird-attracting orange and red blooms, it can quickly become a gardener's nightmare if handled incorrectly. We’re sharing the top 5 mistakes we see gardeners make—from poor site selection to underestimating its aggressive growth.

STOP! Doing This Is Killing Your Roses - 5 Critical Mistakes

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Sun, 19 Apr 2026 07:38:00 +0000

STOP! Before you plant another rose bush, you need to watch this. Some of the most common rose care advice might actually be killing your roses. In this video, we’re exposing 5 critical gardening mistakes that lead to disease, stunted growth, and poor blooms. We’re diving deep into the controversial rose graft union debate—planting it at the wrong depth is one of the fastest ways to lose a plant! We also cover essential rose planting tips, how to manage black spot, and the hidden danger of rose soil sickness (replant disease). Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, these rose gardening secrets will help you avoid the pitfalls and grow the healthiest, most beautiful roses in your neighbourhood.

Don't forget to sow these top ten easy to grow exotic flowering seeds in April

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 07:42:00 +0000

Want to transform your garden with stunning, rare blooms without the high price tag? In this guide, I’m showing you the top 10 easy-to-grow exotic flowering seeds you MUST sow in April to ensure a spectacular summer display. From the dramatic Bird of Paradise to the towering Echium, these exotic plants are surprisingly simple to start from seed right at home.

I’ll walk you through the exact steps for each plant, including seed prep, the perfect compost mix, and the secret to successful germination using a simple heated propagator or even just a sunny windowsill. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned gardener, these April sowing tips will help you grow a tropical paradise in your own backyard.

Top ten common gardening mistakes to avoid in April

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 07:43:01 +0000

April is one of the busiest months in the garden, but it’s also the easiest time to make "schoolboy errors" that can ruin your summer display. From bulb foliage blunders to slug management, I’m sharing the top 10 common gardening mistakes to avoid this April. Spring has officially sprung, but don't let the nice weather fool you! In this video, we go beyond the basics of spring gardening tips to tackle the critical tasks that will determine the health of your plants for the rest of the year. Whether you're working on David Austin roses, handling bare-root plants, or prepping your borders, these 10 tips will save you money, time, and backbreaking work.

Five mistakes to avoid planting and growing Clematis

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:42:00 +0000

Clematis are the "Queen of Climbers," but they can be notoriously tricky to get right. In this video, Simon from Walking Talking Gardeners breaks down the 5 most common mistakes gardeners make when planting and growing Clematis.

Whether you are dealing with large-flowering hybrids, the massive Clematis Montana, or evergreen varieties like Clematis Armandii, these expert tips will ensure your garden is covered in blooms rather than "Phoenix ashes." We dive deep into the two biggest Clematis nightmares: Clematis Wilt and the confusing Pruning Groups (1, 2, and 3).

A Private Tropical Garden Tour With an RHS Chelsea Medal Winner!

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Mon, 06 Apr 2026 07:42:00 +0000

Join us for an exclusive tour of the Agave Gardens in Antigua with the incredible Barbara Japal, RHS Chelsea Medal winner and President of the Antigua & Barbuda Horticultural Society in the tropical climates of the Caribbean.

In this episode, Barbara shares the "proper" way to cultivate a self-sustaining tropical garden in a dry climate. We dive deep into the world of wild medicinal herbs—from the surprising (and slightly shocking!) history of the "pisser bed" leaf to the healing powers of the Yellow Balsam and the Marzipan-scented tea vine.

We also get a rare look inside Antigua’s only Seed Bank, a vital resource for preserving local biodiversity against natural disasters. If you’ve ever wondered how to save your own seeds or why the Antigua Black Pineapple nearly went extinct, you won’t want to miss this.

Never cut these ten plants in April

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 07:41:00 +0000

Stop! Before you grab your secateurs this April, watch this video. Pruning the wrong plants right now can ruin your summer floral display or, worse, invite deadly diseases like Silver Leaf and Bacterial Canker into your garden! 🌿 In today's guide, we’re identifying the 10 specific plants you should NEVER cut in April. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned gardener, timing is everything. We dive deep into why pruning certain shrubs, trees, and perennials now—from Hydrangeas and Wisteria to Magnolias and Stone Fruits—can reduce plant vigour and stop your favourite flowers from blooming.

Don't forget these April garden jobs for gardening beginners

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Sat, 04 Apr 2026 07:41:00 +0000

April is a critical month in the garden! In this video, we cover 10 essential gardening jobs for beginners that you simply can't afford to miss. From managing common garden pests like slugs to the best time for pruning spring-flowering shrubs, these time-sensitive tasks will ensure your garden thrives all summer long. We’ll dive into practical tips on weeding before they go to seed, how to support tall herbaceous plants like Lupins and Delphiniums, and the secret to making sure your spring bulbs return even stronger next year. Whether you’re looking for lawn care advice or tips on hardening off seedlings from the greenhouse, this April gardening checklist has you covered!

How to Plant and Grow Hibiscus moscheutos - Swamp Rose-Mallow

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Fri, 03 Apr 2026 07:41:00 +0000

Can you really grow 9-inch "dinner plate" flowers in a cold climate? Today on Walking Talking Gardeners, we’re planting the spectacular Hibiscus moscheutos (Swamp Rose-Mallow) and revealing why common garden labels might be wrong about its hardiness! In this guide, we walk you through everything you need to know about Hibiscus moscheutos care. Whether you call it the Swamp Rose-Mallow, Hardy Hibiscus, or Dinner Plate Hibiscus, this herbaceous perennial is a show-stopper for any garden. We discuss the best potting mix, sun requirements, and the crucial "myth-busting" facts about its frost hardiness that even the RHS labels might miss.

Five Mistakes Beginner's Make with Hydrangeas

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:37:00 +0000

Are your hydrangeas struggling to flower, or have your beautiful blue blooms turned a "horrible" pink? 🌸

In this video, I’m breaking down the 5 most common mistakes gardening beginners make when growing hydrangeas. As a qualified professional gardener, I see these errors all the time—but the good news is, they are easy to fix! From soil pH chemistry to the "pruning trap" that can cost you an entire season of flowers, we’re covering it all.

Top five flowering shrubs for April for gardening beginner's

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Sun, 29 Mar 2026 07:37:00 +0000

Are you looking for the best flowering shrubs for April to add a burst of colour to your spring garden? In this video, we share the top five flowering shrubs that are perfect for gardening beginners, all of which have earned the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit for their reliability and beauty. We’ll walk you through expert care tips, soil requirements, and the one critical pruning mistake that stops many gardeners from seeing their shrubs in full bloom. Whether you have an acidic or alkaline soil, these robust plants will help you create a stunning April display.

Last Chance! Gardening Jobs You MUST Finish by the End of March

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Sat, 28 Mar 2026 08:39:00 +0000

Are you ready for the spring gardening season? In this video, we’re breaking down the 10 time-sensitive gardening jobs you MUST finish by the end of March. Failing to tackle these tasks now could cost you money, reduce your fruit and vegetable harvests, and negatively impact your ornamental flower displays!

From lifting and dividing herbaceous plants like Hosta's to cleaning your greenhouse to prevent fungal spores and pests, we cover the essential steps to get your garden in peak condition.

Five mistakes gardeners make with Camellias (UK/US)

noreply@blogger.com (Simon Eade) — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:40:00 +0000

Are your Camellias struggling with yellow leaves, brown flowers, or buds falling off before they even bloom? You aren't alone! Camellias are beautiful spring-flowering plants, but they can be finicky if you don't get the basics right.

In this video, Simon breaks down the 5 most common Camellia growing mistakes that could be ruining your garden display. From pruning at the wrong time of year to soil pH issues, we’re covering everything you need to know to keep your plants healthy and vibrant.