At this time of the year, it is important to water our outdoor plants even if we have a few showers as this may not be enough to water them sufficiently. On warm, windy days planters can quickly become dry and inevitably the plants will suffer so to maximise healthy plant gr... read more
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Adding colour to your garden with summer pots
If you are wondering about which of the many plants that are available to grow in pots this summer why not think about the hardy perennial hosta which has a distinct advantage over annual bedding plants as they grow back year on year. They can be planted and left in the same... read more
Spring into action and spruce up your garden with summer bulbs
As soon as the daffodils and crocuses spring up in the garden it is time to think about which colourful flowers you want to have in your garden during the summer months. Planting bulbs that will flower in summer needs to be done in the middle of spring as soon as the soil ha... read more
Sectioning off your garden with gates
If you have a large garden area and would like to separate it into different areas, then why not look at adding in some fencing and gates. It may be that you have young children or animals that you do not want near a pond or that you want to have an allotment but need to ens... read more
Growing your own Perennial Flower Bulbs
Flowers are among the things that bring people the most joy from plants. Whether it be daffodil or iris flowers, these are among the most popular plants for people to purchase. Just in the UK, over 4000 hectares of land are dedicated to the growing of daffodils, and the sale... read more
Bring the inside outside in your garden design
For many of us our gardens are an extension of our homes especially in the summer months when the days are long, and we can enjoy barbecues outdoors with family and friends. With this is mind how can be make our outdoor spaces as comfortable and welcoming as our interiors?read more