Why now is the perfect time to prune lavender
If you want your lavender to stay healthy, bushy, and bursting with flowers year after year, now is the time to reach for the secateurs.
Plant a plum tree!
National Plum Day is a sweet reminder of one of Britain’s most beloved fruits. If you’re dreaming of picking your own fruit from the garden, there’s no better time than now to plant a plum tree.
How to save scorched plants!
Dealing with scorched plants after a bout of hot weather requires a balance of damage control, recovery, and prevention. Here’s how to help your plants bounce back.
How to grow and prune the butterfly bush
If you’re looking to attract clouds of butterflies and pollinators into your garden, few plants rival the charm and resilience of Buddleja, also known as the Butterfly Bush.
Must-do gardening jobs for July
As summer reaches its peak, UK gardens are full of colour, life, and plenty of tasks to keep green thumbs busy!
How to grow peace lilies successfully
Did you know that peace lilies aren’t always white? While the classic white is the most common, you can also grow red varieties too.
Don’t step on a bee day
Every year on July 10th, we mark a light-hearted but important awareness day in the UK: Don’t Step on a Bee Day.
It’s Great British Pea Week!
Every summer, the UK turns its affection to one of our most beloved vegetables: the humble pea. In fact, our love for this tiny green powerhouse is so strong that we dedicate an entire week to it!
How to grow gerberas
While native to warmer climates, Gerberas can thrive in the UK with the right care – and with a little extra attention, you can extend their blooming season well into autumn.
Why we love the climbing clematis
With their showy blooms, long flowering seasons, and ability to climb fences, walls, and trellises with ease, clematis adds instant charm and colour to any outdoor space.