Raised beds are ideal if you lack mobility
If you love a symmetrical tidy garden or have mobility issues then raised beds are definitely the way forward. This blog will take you through the pros and cons of constructing raised beds.
Why grow a tree? 12 reasons
Trees are crucial in the fight against climate change and many of us are capable of growing one, even in a small space. This blog gives you 12 good reasons to grow your own tree.
Considering container gardening?
Nearly anything can be grown in containers but there are several rules which have to be observed if you want your container garden to look it's best and for the plants to last as long as possible.
Guide to having a low maintenance garden
A low maintenance garden is a must if you have mobility issues or just don't have the time to do a lot of gardening. It is also essential if you want to spend more time enjoying your outdoor space with family and friends.
Create Interest In The Winter Garden
If there isn't much of interest in your winter garden then this blog can give you a few pointers about what can be achieved to enhance your outdoor space over the winter months.
August tasks in the garden
August in the garden is the time to sit back and reflect on all your hard work; BBQ, entertain family and friends, pick all your lovely produce and just enjoy the outdoors. There are a few tasks to complete but they are mainly just tending and keeping on top of weeds.
How To Keep Your Summer Bedding Plants Looking Good Until Autumn
One of the stars of the summer are hanging baskets and containers packed with a riot of summer bedding so it makes sense to keep them looking great for as long as possible. Follow these easy tips and you can have them lasting into autumn.
Grow Stunning Shrub Roses
The rose is the UKs most popular flower, and with good reason, it looks gorgeous, smells delicious and is happy in a great variety of conditions. What's more there are more sizes than any other shrub, from small miniatures to huge ramblers and in the middle are these beautiful shrub roses.
How Do I Plant Up A Hanging Basket With Summer Bedding Plants?
This blog takes you through the steps to producing a beautiful hanging basket packed with summer bedding. Watch the video or just follow the instructions. There is also a list of everything you need before you start.
Summer bedding plants for hanging baskets and containers
Summer bedding plants can be enjoyed by anyone however small their outdoor space or extensive their gardening knowledge. This blog takes you through some of the best value summer bedding plants.
How to pinch out bedding plants for more flowers
We all love a riot of colour from our summer bedding plants and pinching them out at the start of the season leads to bushier plants which in turn produces more flowers.
How to grow large flowered clematis
Large flowered clematis are one of the stars of the summer garden and incredibly versatile; add height to an herbaceous border by growing up an obelisk, obscure an ugly fence. Follow the tips in this blog to grow these flexible plants.
How do I plant a trough with summer bedding plants?
Most of us have a space outside for a window box, even if we have virtually no outside space. Follow these steps and you will end up with a gorgeous window trough packed with glorious summer colour.
How to look after summer bedding plants
Once you have planted up your summer hanging baskets and containers it makes sense to have the plants last as long as possible. Follow these tips and you will be able to make your containers look great up to autumn.