Field grown hedging
This is a type of hedging that has literally been grown in a field and then lifted from the ground to be re-planted. It is only available between November and March and is far more cost effective than container grown hedging. There are two types of field grown...
November plant care
It may seem chilly out there but the summer’s warmth is still in the soil so it’s the ideal time to buy and plant new additions to your garden. Leaves are falling rapidly and wind and rain are on the increase. Tender plants will need protecting from frost,...
Protect your exotics this winter
There are lots of different exotic plants that will need protecting or bringing indoors over the winter but for this case study we have decided to focus on banana plants. A little bit of time spent now could save you a lot of money come spring.
Camellias: February plant of the moment
Few hardy shrubs signal the end of winter better than camellias, highly valued for their stunning floral displays and fresh, glossy, evergreen foliage. With dozens of varieties available you’ll be spoilt for choice, so pick from camellias in shades of pink, red, white...
Winter plant ideas
Add the wow factor to your winter garden with striking plants that look their best right now. Whether you’d like to fill your borders with hardy shrubs covered with fragrant flowers, clad a fence or archway with colourful climbers, or plant a small flowering tree to...
Jobs for the Garden in November
It may seem chilly out there but the summer’s warmth is still in the soil so it’s the ideal time to buy and plant new additions to your garden. Field grown hedging is only available between November and March and is far more cost effective than container...
Jobs for the Garden in December
As the colder weather sets in you may not feel like working outside at this time of year but it’s a great time to sort landscaping projects and plant hedging, trees and shrubs to add structure to the garden. Top 10 jobs this month: Drain down irrigation systems and...
Jobs for the garden in January
As the colder weather sets in you may not feel like working outside at this time of year but it’s a great time to arrange landscaping projects and plant hedging, trees and shrubs to add structure to the garden. The garden will need protecting from frosts, gale-force...
Who says January has to be dull
If January is feeling a little bit cold and dark after the excitement of Christmas, why not add some winter cheer to your garden. We have a range of plants that provide winter colour so there’s no need to wait for spring. Leucothoe ‘Curly...
Jobs for the garden in February
During this month there are very early signs of nature waking up. Snowdrop shoots may be appearing and plants are just starting to respond to increasing light levels and temperatures. There are still lots of tasks to do in the garden so brace the icy winds and...
Jobs for the garden in March
Spring is just around the corner and with the frequent sunny days providing a great opportunity to get some fresh air, why not break yourself in gently to the start of the growing season with a few gardening tasks? Top 10 jobs this month: Finish pruning fruit trees...
Top plant picks for April
There are so many plants to choose from at this time of year it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, here is a handy list of our top plant picks for April: 1. Magnolia Far more inspiring than the paint of the same name, Magnolia has many varieties to choose from. The...
Gardening tips for May
Roll up your sleeves…May is the month when the garden really starts to get going, and there’s plenty to do. This is such a wonderful time of year, when there’s warmth in the air and soil and the garden is hinting at the promise of summer. Looking good this month (and...
Summer Scent and Colour
If your garden could do with some extra colour, we have many flowering shrubs, climbers and perennials that peak in summer. Ornamental grasses can really lift a border, giving it that designer look, especially when planted amongst architectural perennials such as the...
Jobs for the garden in June and July
Summer is just around the corner so start planning ahead and set aside some time to get your garden ready. Jobs for June Hoe borders regularly to keep down weeds Be water-wise, especially in drought-affected areas Position summer hanging baskets and containers outside...
Jobs for the garden in August
August is usually one of the hottest months of the year – making watering essential. Try to use grey water wherever possible, especially as water butts may be running low if it has been a dry summer and consider installing a leaky hose irrigation system on a...
The September garden
As the days start getting shorter and the leaves blaze red and gold, enjoy the last of the good weather as you wind down the garden for winter. There’s lots to be harvested and plenty of planning to do for next spring. Planting spring bulbs is the perfect antidote to...
Create an autumn garden
To create the perfect autumn garden you need to focus on foliage colour. The colour spectrum of autumn is one worth planning for, when the flamboyant hues of summer have passed, the natural tones of this particularly special season set in. When planning your autumn...
Autumn jobs in the garden
It’s a beautiful time of year, with the trees changing colour but it’s also time to start preparing for early frosts. Here are the top ten things to do this month: 1. Plant Trees and new hedges 2. Clear up fallen autumn leaves regularly 3. Cut back and or...