As summer is officially upon us, you might be spending more time in your outdoor dining area enjoying picnics and barbecues, depending on the great British weather of course. It’s a good idea to think carefully about the different plants you place around your outdoor dining area. You’ll want ones that stimulate all the senses…
Houseplants not only look beautiful, but research shows that they greatly improve your health and wellbeing too! For centuries the Chinese have used houseplants to create ‘living energy’ in their homes and workplaces. Scientific studies have proven that houseplants are good for you – physically, emotionally and psychologically as they: Remove harmful chemicals from the…
The rose was given the title ‘The Queen of Flowers’ as long ago as 600BC. No other flower is more popular in this country and, with its multiple uses, it can be recommended for the adornment of gardens both large and small. Few shrubby genera can surpass roses for adaptability to a variety of situations…
We often go to our favourite place to relax, calm down and clear our minds. Surrounding ourselves with plants can be beneficial to our health, mood and well-being To create your own oasis it is important to choose the ideal spot, this could be a sunny, shady or secluded area within your garden, patio or balcony. Try to think about…
If you have a small outdoor space and would like to grow some of your own veggies and fruit, then you can! Here’s how: Make the most of limited space by growing things that give you a quick return such as French or runner beans trained over a tripod of bamboo canes or hazel rods…
There are around 24,000 species of butterflies and roughly 140,000 species of moths worldwide. They are a beautiful sight if you spot them in your garden, but unfortunately their numbers are declining. You can do your bit to help the butterfly and moth populations by planting flowers to attract them into your outdoor space. Plant…
If you’ve ever thought about growing your own fruit and vegetables in your garden, now is the perfect time to get started. Many of our member garden centres are offering local deliveries and lots of expert advice, so you can still get everything you need. Here’s a magnificent seven reasons why growing your own is…
During these uncertain times, the one thing that has become evident is the significance of gardening to the general public. It is an important way of keeping people at home and safe. We’ve always known it, but now it’s become more widely acknowledged. It can help keep you occupied and thus helps with mental…
The Big Butterfly Count is a nationwide survey aimed at helping assess the health of the environment. It was launched in 2010 and has become the world’s biggest survey of butterflies. Butterflies and moths are very important to gardeners, allotment holders and smallholders alike because, as they feed on flower nectar, they transfer pollen on…
The category with the biggest increase in sales during last year (2019) at garden centres across the country has been announced as part of our Barometer of Trade (BoT) report. Houseplant sales saw a year to date increase of 17.6% compared to 2018. We’re not surprised to see houseplants as the fastest growing category at garden…