Blog – Page 22 – Hayes Garden World

December 14, 2018

Why do we have mistletoe at Christmas?

Christmas isn't Christmas without mistletoe but few of us know why we bring it indoors at this particular time of year so this blog sets out to explain all about this mythical plant.

December 10, 2018

Why pay a fortune for a luxury artificial Christmas tree?

This article gives you some idea why it's not always a good idea the opt for a budget artificial Christmas tree. The higher end of the market includes some new technology which results in ultra-realistic Christmas trees which are indistinguishable from real forest trees.

December 6, 2018

Best small artificial Christmas trees

This blog guides you through the best small artificial Christmas trees available here at Hayes. Not having the space for a large tree doesn't mean you have to compromise on quality and the 'wow' factor.

December 1, 2018

How to look after houseplants in winter

Hints and tips for keeping your houseplants happy Most of us know that our garden plants need some attention in winter but totally neglect our houseplants thinking that as their...

November 28, 2018

When did we get the Christmas turkey?

Turkey is the iconic meat of choice for the Christmas dinner but it wasn't always so traditionally we used to eat goose. This blog explains why we have now switched to turkey for the Christmas celebration.

November 27, 2018

Where did Father Christmas come from?

This blog explains how we came to have Santa Claus at Christmas. Visit our spectacular Christmas display from October where you will have a huge choice of Santa's from tree decorations to life sized models.

November 1, 2018

How To Deck The Halls With Holly At Christmas

Holly has been associated with Christmas for centuries and can be expensive to buy so why not grow your own bush which will provide you with a ready supply for Christmas wreaths and decorations.

November 1, 2018

How To Make An Advent Arrangement

Try this alternative arrangement to the traditional Advent wreath The period of Advent encompasses the four Sundays and four weeks running up to Christmas when the lighting of the candles...

November 1, 2018

How To Make An Advent Ring

Making your own Advent Ring is easy, fun and can be cheap All you need to do is make a fresh wreath and add 4 candles. Once you know how,...

November 1, 2018

Nuts About Christmas

Nuts are tasty, nutritious, versatile and not just for Christmas Nuts are incredibly good for you, especially in their raw state, so why is it that the majority of us...

October 30, 2018

How To Set Up And Dress Out An Artificial Christmas Tree

Follow our guide to achieve the perfect bushy artificial Christmas tree To get your artificial Christmas tree looking its absolute best it needs all the branches to be pulled up...

October 29, 2018

How To Make The Christmas Gravy On The Weber Genesis II LX

Tasty gravy to complete your Christmas dinner Chop up some carrots, parsnips, butternut squash and onions into chunks and place in a large Weber foil tray then place underneath the...

October 27, 2018

How To Decorate A Hanging Twig Tree For Christmas

This blog and video shows how to make your own Christmas hanging decoration for practically nothing. It is so easy it would make a great rainy day project for children.

October 25, 2018

How To Make A Lighted, Hanging Twig Star For Christmas

Cut the cost of Christmas and hang a hand-made lit star in the window A lighted star made from twigs makes a really lovely Christmas decoration, especially hung in a...

October 25, 2018

How To Make A Christmas Centrepiece On A Budget

Use your fruit bowl to make a stunning natural arrangement A stunning Christmas centrepiece can be quite easily and cheaply made using just household items, a church candle and fresh...

October 20, 2018

Which decorations do I choose for a large tree?

There is no doubt that a large Christmas tree can look truly spectacular but there is an art to decorating a Christmas tree and this blog gives you the best tips for achieving a 'wow' looking tree.