GARDEN notes

Plants and fruit trees upkeep

- CHRIS MORLEY

TAKING CARE

Houseplants will be growing strongly now, so see whether they need a bigger pot - look for telltale roots poking through drainage holes. Start feeding them monthly and water more often, checking if the compost is dry by poking a finger 2-3cm below the surface.

Many plants can be put outside in fine weather, but do this gradually, so they can adjust to changes in light and temperature.

FRUIT SELECTION