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Watering hanging baskets

Plenty of plants for hanging baskets will all need watering, so here are some ideas. 

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How to grow topiary

Topiary is the art of training plants to take different shapes, and it’s a fascinating way to add your own unique touch to your garden. All you need is patience, a suitable plant and some sharp pruners. Here’s our simple guide to making your own topiary.

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15 gardening tips for June

Summer’s here and it’s the best time of year to be out in the garden, with flowers blooming, bees buzzing and long days to enjoy it all! Keep your garden looking fabulous this summer with our top 15 gardening tips for June.

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Top 5 climbers to grow

Many climbers can be great to encourage insects for birds and bats to eat plus provide resting and nesting spaces as well. Whichever climber you choose, it is sure to add interest and delight to your garden. Here's our top 5!

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Our top 5 drought-tolerant plants

Planting these top 5 drought-tolerant plants means they will thrive in dry conditions and longer hot summers. This will ultimately mean you can have a low maintenance garden to suit the environment.

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8 top tips for a Mediterranean garden

Bring the colours and scents of the Mediterranean to your own back garden! Read our top tips on how to give your garden a Mediterranean makeover.

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Time to plant summer bulbs!

Now’s the time to plant summer bulbs for a garden filled with months of sensational colour! Here are our 4 favourites...

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Natural beauty unveiled: exploring the wonders of Leucothoe

This blog will delve deeper into the ideal location for the Leucothoe, the necessary care, and the types of Leucothoe you can purchase at our garden centre.

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How to grow and harvest potatoes at home

Baked, boiled, fried or roasted – potatoes taste great no matter how you cook them! This versatile vegetable is surprisingly easy to grow, and spring is the perfect time to plant seed potatoes. Follow our simple guide for excellent results!

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Our top 10 fragrant spring plants

Fill your garden and home with fragrance this spring with our top 10 scented spring plants! Find out more about what to plant for fragrant spring flowers.

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Top 5 seed starter tips for a successful spring harvest

These tips will ensure you get off to a good start for a spring harvest.

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Low-Maintenance Shrubs

Here are seven of our favourite low-maintenance shrubs for your garden.

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