Plants And Bulbs To Give You Spring Colour In The Rockery

Plants And Bulbs To Give You Spring Colour In The Rockery

This blog gives you some tips on what to plant for spring colour. Bulbs and small plants are the mainstay of the rockery and having a spring display can lift the spirits and encourage us to spend more time outdoors.

Time to plant bulbs for spring colour underneath deciduous trees and shrubs

Time to plant bulbs for spring colour underneath deciduous trees and shrubs

The dry shady area underneath deciduous shrubs and trees is usually a problem spot but it can come alive in spring as it's perfect for growing spring bulbs. This blog gives you plenty of ideas for spring colour.

Planting daffodil bulbs

Planting daffodil bulbs

Daffodils are a joyous introduction to spring and one of the most popular flowers, both in the garden and growing wild. This blog will give you some idea of what has gone wrong when they don't flower well.

Best bulbs for a woodland garden

Best bulbs for a woodland garden

A woodland garden can be a bit lacklustre for many months of the year but with a bit of planning you can have interest for more of the year. This guide will take you through the bulbs readily available in garden centres.

Lyth Valley damsons

Lyth Valley damsons

This blog shares our love of local produce and the unique Lyth Valley damsons are recognised as a huge asset to this beautiful valley just a few miles west of Kendal.

Grilled shoulder of lamb with mint sauce on the Traeger Wood Pellet Pro 22 Grill

Grilled shoulder of lamb with mint sauce on the Traeger Wood Pellet Pro 22 Grill

For many of us the epitome of spring is a roast leg of lamb and this blog and video show just how easy it is to cook this iconic dish outdoors on the BBQ. Not only is it easy it is incredibly moist and full of flavour.

Lamb leg steaks with rosemary and garlic grilled on the Weber Q1200 BBQ

Lamb leg steaks with rosemary and garlic grilled on the Weber Q1200 BBQ

Spring lamb is super tasty and this recipe is ideal for those tender lamb leg steaks. With just the addition of some rosemary and garlic you can easily impress your guests, just follow the step-by-step instructions in the video.

Forage for wild garlic

Forage for wild garlic

Foraging is incredibly satisfying, giving you free food and exercise in the fresh air. Before you embark on foraging make sure you have the relevant ID books and can definitively identify the plants and fungi you are gathering.

Potato and chirizo breakfast hash cooked on the Traeger Timberline 850 wood pellet grill

Potato and chirizo breakfast hash cooked on the Traeger Timberline 850 wood pellet grill

This potato and chorizo hash makes a great brunch when you're working in the garden. Cooked in one pot it couldn't be easier. Cook when you're grilling a low 'n' slow for dinner.

What Do I Do When My Spring Bulbs Have Finished Flowering?

What Do I Do When My Spring Bulbs Have Finished Flowering?

Having a fabulous show of spring bulbs involves a little work the previous spring and summer so follow our tips to make sure your spring bulbs put on a fabulous show.

Best Plants To Grow For Cut Flowers

Best Plants To Grow For Cut Flowers

What could shout summer more than a house full of vases of cut flowers and this blog gives you the lowdown on the best varieties for a summer full of colour indoors. Whether you have a large garden or just a backyard you can still grow flowers for cutting.

Best trees to grow in pots

Best trees to grow in pots

Not all of us are blessed with a good sized garden in which to grow a tree so have to grow plants in containers. Read the blog to give you ideas on planting trees in containers and choosing the right specimen.

How To Choose Your Ideal Wooden Bench

How To Choose Your Ideal Wooden Bench

Wooden benches are our biggest seller so we have put together this guide to help you select the right bench for your needs. Delivery is free on all orders over £50 to mainland UK destinations. If you need any help choosing just pop into store or call the Customer Services team.

How To Diagnose What's Wrong With Your Tomatoes

How To Diagnose What's Wrong With Your Tomatoes

There is nothing quite like the taste of home grown tomatoes but there are problems which can occur and ruin your crop. This blog gives you some ideas of how to solve these problems and salvage your crop.

How To Grow A Profusion Of Paeonies

How To Grow A Profusion Of Paeonies

Paeonies produce the most luscious blooms, unfortunately they don't last long but they are worth a place in the herbaceous border. They can be quite tricky to grow but if you follow these tips you should be successful.

How do I grow aubretia?

How do I grow aubretia?

Aubretia falling over a wall is often one of the first signs that spring has truly begun. Follow this guide and you too can grow this glorious plant. It will eventually make a large sprawling mat.