Prior to laying a turf lawn (as soon as the weather allows me) in order to aid drainage and levels, is it advisable mix in some "sharp sand" with the topsoil? If so, would the stuff thy sell in the builders' section of places like B&Q be suitable? My intention is to then mix in some starter fertiliser.
I'm wondering what the best hedge would be for screening? I've been thinking of Laurels, but believe they're an invasive species? I'm looking for something affordable and hardy & evergreen. In addition, I want to get this done ASAP so something that can be planted year round (or late Spring). It's for a border area of approx 5ft depth.
Can you please tell me the name of this shrub and any tips on care?
I have to train a large Virginia creeper up a wall but I can't screw anything into the wall as it is hollow (I think it's externally insulated). Is there any clever method for attaching something to the wall that the climber can then use?
I would like to to know how to prune my Jade ( Crassula Ovata) plant ( tree ) ideally I would prefer not to have to but it has become too big for its location. You will see from the photograph just how large it is.