David Domoney's Gardening Glossary

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Underlining

Underlining is a layer of builders’ sand or matting that is put over the soil when a pond is being constructed. It is an extra level of protection to prevent sharp stones from making holes in the pond lining.

Underplant

Underplanting is a method of planting low-growing plants underneath taller shrubs and trees, to fill gaps and areas of bare soil. Underplants are often shade-loving plants that are hardy and drought-tolerant, such as Epimedium.

Upright

Plants that are described as ‘upright,’ or of an ‘upright growing habit’ generally have stems and branches that grow upwards vertically, as opposed to spreading outwards, climbing, or growing up and out at the same time.

David Domoney( Author )

David Domoney is a Chartered Horticulturalist, Broadcaster, and Author. David has worked with a number of the UK’s leading garden retailers as a plant buyer and strategic consultant. With more than 30 years experience, in horticulture, David is as passionate about plants now as he was when he bought his first plant at a village fete.

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