Gardening For People With Disabilities

we have only had the Gerbera this year all new. Regarding the osteospermums I intend to try and get loads of fresh cuttings any tips on taking cuttings. About protecting them no never bothered planning on doing so this winter as the Gerbera are new plan is to cover with fleece. Thanks. David

Hi Cindy.Actually, if you think about it, there's a lovely world inside yourself. It's actually lovely there and you must try and share that with at least one other person, who you think may possibly be receptive, the local shopkeeper, librarian or whoever.Two things I would say.1) Promise...

Nice posts by recent posters but just pointing out that this thread is more than three years old and the OP is no longer active on G C. Hope she’s ok.

@kazzawazza took a pic of my seat out side mate for you and they also send 3 garden tools also...mind you the ones ok for weeding but we have the others but as you'll see it's ideal for along the path with my legs either side of the plants while cutting

Enabled Garden Design – Learn About Gardening With DisabilitiesDoctors now tell us that gardening is a therapeutic activity that fortifies the mind, body and spirit. As gardeners, we’ve always known that the sun and soil that gives life to our plants also facilitate growth in our own lives. So...

Hi pattie, i'm in the same predicament mate ...having to rely on my hubby a lot and it's nice to just have that bit of independence ....if i drop anything...he shouts what's that We'll say your 30 and call it quits

I have got a small collection of Bonsai trees, the oldest being over 25yrs and I have started them all from either seeds I collected or very small saplings.. They are really lovely plants I agree.. I also have a horse chestnut and an oak bonsai but they are in large bonsai pots they are both...

Thanks for all good wishes , it has now been just over three months since I had the opp. I have been quite lucky as it seems to have gone really well ,I am doing all the things I did before , there are things that I am more careful doing like climbing ladders. It really is down to doing the...

Took some photos of the set up as it is at the moment

IMHO I think you're doing the right thing - leave it until you have your own place.For me a garden is a very personal 'thing' - it makes a house a home.When you do buy your own place - there are plenty of ideas on here - from small container gardens to larger plots.

The last time our water authority brought in a ban they sent me a note renewing my exemption. Two days later they lifted the ban!

I really liked this show garden, has the garden designer suffers from Dyslexia, I also suffer with mild Dyslexia.

Hi Craig....very interesting stuff and it has to be worth a try. Let us know how you get on with it. Like John says, many here use comfrey tea and swear by it. As soon as I get properly stuck into my new garden when all the DIY is complete inside I'll be trying comfrey tea myself. I just...

wheelchair users generally have problems accessing/wheeling around the garden safely and unaided, rather then lacking space or ideas on where to plant things. Any wooden bench/table, shelf etc will fit the purpose as long as you can get to it (under or close enough), work on the plants within a...

Thanks @shiney for the alert Providing you are not promoting or advertising a product, then I see no reason why you can't post a link to your survey. If you need any help to do so, just give me a shout and I will be happy to help.

I use a back support the best I have found is from physioroom really makes a difference, I also use a hinged knee brace with good results.Or I wait for a good day

Thank you for the info.... I'll have to look out for that one when I'm ready to get the plants for around my pond..... I just love how it adds character to the area. Not a bad price for such a stunning colour

love the design!

play area weed controlled and bark starting to go down. I had to take 6 tablets to do this

Hi James. I am bipolar and I also have nerve damage in my pelvis (affecting my back & legs) and nerve damage in one shoulder. Oh and I've had an op for carpal tunnel in one hand as well. So plenty of stuff frustrates me about gardening, let's see how much I can think of........... raised beds...