Why Do Leaves Turn Colour In Autumn?

Why Do Leaves Turn Colour In Autumn?

Autumn can be a spectacular time of year but why do the trees turn colour at this time of year, this blog explains the simple science behind this phenomenon.

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.

How To Grow Tasty Tropical Fruit

How To Grow Tasty Tropical Fruit

Tropical fruits are not the easiest to grow and may only be possible in a heated greenhouse or a frost free hot sunny sheltered position. Even so they are worth a spot in the garden, many making attractive trees giving you height in a sunny garden.

Best Tips For Buying Garden Plants

Best Tips For Buying Garden Plants

This blog explains how to go about buying your garden plants to achieve your perfect garden space rather than having no plan and ending up being unhappy with your choices.

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 Grow An Olive Tree (Olea Europaea) In A Pot Or Container

How To Grow An Olive Tree (Olea Europaea) In A Pot Or Container

An olive tree in a container can be a gorgeous reminder of a fabulous Mediterranean holiday but they do need a bit of extra care in order to survive in our cold wet climate.

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.

12 Reasons to grow a tree

12 Reasons to grow a tree

Trees are crucial in the fight against climate change and many of us are capable of growing one, even in a small space. This blog gives you 12 good reasons to grow your own tree.

Spring plants to give you colour underneath a mixed native hedge

Spring plants to give you colour underneath a mixed native hedge

Many of us are embracing a more wildlife friendly approach to gardening and a mixed native hedge is one of the best ways to provide a range of environmental benefits. This blog gives you some idea of what to plant at the base in spring before the hedge breaks into leaf and the hedge bottom becomes too dark.

Trees to give you spring colour

Trees to give you spring colour

Most of us can grow a tree even if it is only in a container in the backyard. They provide a whole range of wildlife benefits and help combat global warming so why not buy one which will light up your spring. This blog gives you a range of trees which will look attractive at the start of the season.

How To Plant Bare Root Soft Fruit, Trees And Hedging

How To Plant Bare Root Soft Fruit, Trees And Hedging

Anyone who grows their own fruit and veg will want to grow soft fruit and you will also know that they are expensive to buy potted so save money by buying bare root over the winter. Plant in late autumn when the soil is still warm and they will establish a good root system before spring.

Best Plants For Hedges

Best Plants For Hedges

Hedges are extremely beneficial for wildlife and can act as a windbreak in your garden so if you are considering uprooting that old fence and planting a hedge this blog will give you some tips on how to do this.

Autumnal Acers

Autumnal Acers

Acers are the stand out star of the autumn garden, their brilliant fiery colours stand out and range from a buttery yellow to rich burgundy. This blog will give you the confidence to try growing one in your own outdoor space.

The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Real Christmas Tree

The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Real Christmas Tree

We all want the perfect Christmas tree and this blog takes you through the points to consider when you go hunting for that ideal real tree. Even if it's less than perfect when you get it home there are some decorating tricks you can adopt to cover up it's imperfections.

Why Are My Leaves Dropping Off?

Why Are My Leaves Dropping Off?

Leaves dropping off plants is a natural occurrence but sometimes there is an underlying problem and this blog goes through some of the most common causes of leaf drop.

FSC Membership

FSC Membership

This blog sets out the environmental credentials we adhere to in our pursuit of the top quality timber garden furniture so you can buy in the confidence that your new garden bench is not deforesting the planet.