Winter Florals

Winter Florals

Plenty of plants come into their own at this time of year, with flowers, berries and even coloured stems bringing gardens to life through the coldest months. Here are a few of our favourite plants for winter gardens. Helleborus ‘Anna’s Red’Helleborus...
Design and planting tips for small gardens

Design and planting tips for small gardens

In a recent fact-finding survey, we carried out, 29% of our customers said they had a small garden. This got us thinking about the different needs of a small garden compared to those of a mid-sized or large space. The benefits of a small garden are of course that they...
Let there be light

Let there be light

When you do enjoy your garden? If you have a young family you maybe don’t have time to sit down during the day and enjoy your garden. You might be at work all week and use the weekends to get on with important garden jobs such as weeding and mowing the lawn;...
Why do we need trees?

Why do we need trees?

Trees absorb carbon and release oxygen. Everyone can agree that this is pretty important but there are lesser known amazing things that trees do. Did you know that trees… Remove carbon from the atmosphere therefore reducing the effects of global warming <find...
Urban Jungle

Urban Jungle

Here is our guide to creating a lush, tropical inspired garden. With clever plant selection and the right materials it is possible to create a tropical inspired garden that wouldn’t look out of place in Brazil or Bali. With the right design and planning, the...
Hydrangeas: Our top picks

Hydrangeas: Our top picks

Hydrangeas come in all shapes and sizes. The most well known is probably the macrophylla with it’s striking blue, pink and even white mophead flowers. Did you know, Hydrangeas have the nickname the “Change Rose” because of their ability, in some...
Upgrade your garden in 10 simple steps

Upgrade your garden in 10 simple steps

1. Keep it clean It seems simple, but giving your patio or decking a thorough clean can give an instant lift to your garden. If you really want to go to town, consider re-treating your decking. For hardwood, use a decking oil and for softwood consider a coloured...
First impressions count

First impressions count

Sometimes overlooked, a front garden gives promise of what lies beyond. It’s the first thing people see when they come to your house. Like it or not, first impressions do count. An attractive and inviting approach to your house has many benefits: • Something beautiful...
Plants for a purpose

Plants for a purpose

There are approximately 320,000 species of plants in the world and they are the basis of the earth’s ecosystem. They are quiet and undemanding; many of us take them for granted. Recent dramatic changes around the world have meant we have to stay at home and life as we...
Do you need a project?

Do you need a project?

Are you happy with your relationship…with your garden? Really happy or is there room for improvement? A combination of spending more time at home and in your garden may have got you thinking…is it time for a change. If your garden isn’t meeting your...
Plant new hedges

Plant new hedges

Plant new hedges from this month, as the plants are dormant and will hardly know they’ve been moved. When they wake up in spring they’ll race away to grow into a sturdy, elegant backdrop providing invaluable shelter for your garden. At The Big Plant...
What is field grown hedging?

What is field grown hedging?

Literally hedging that has 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 hedging: Root-ball...
Have we forgotten how to play?

Have we forgotten how to play?

Remember when you used to climb trees, camp out in makeshift dens and pretend to be Robin Hood (just me?) In our busy adult lives, have we forgotten how to play? What if you could bring some of this magic back into your life through your garden and rediscover the...
The Urban Garden: Design and planting ideas

The Urban Garden: Design and planting ideas

Urban gardens can be found in both towns and Cities. Usually much smaller than a rural garden, they are often enclosed by walls or fences and as such can become ‘external’ rooms that complement the owner’s individual property and lifestyle. The success of these...
What does your garden mean to you?

What does your garden mean to you?

What is your garden? Big, small? Borders, turf, flowers? No, not that; I mean what is your garden? Look beyond what is immediately visible to what your garden means to you. Is it a space for rest and relaxation? A place for social interaction? Or an area to enjoy some...
6 Reasons to garden

6 Reasons to garden

1. The Health Benefits – mental and physical. Being active, getting fresh air. Being able to switch off or if you prefer, contemplation and time to reflect. Taking time for yourself, away from work, garden alone to enjoy some time out or involve the whole family. 2....
Improve don’t move?

Improve don’t move?

With the costs associated with moving house so high, many people are choosing to invest in their property for the longer term. However, if you do have your eye on pastures new, creating a beautiful garden is never going to be a waste of money. A garden can be a long...
Why are gardens good for you?

Why are gardens good for you?

Whether you are a passionate or reluctant gardener, there are lots of reasons why getting out in the garden is good for you. Health Benefits Gardening is good for your mental and physical wellbeing . It’s outdoor exercise as well as the chance to take some time...
Winter Wildlife: They need you!

Winter Wildlife: They need you!

With our countryside diminishing it has become even more important for gardeners to offer refuge to wildlife. Your garden doesn’t need to be messy to attract wildlife but be careful not to over tidy and remove possible shelter and hibernating spots. Here are...
Plants for a Mediterranean haven

Plants for a Mediterranean haven

If finding enough time for gardening is proving difficult, a gravel garden may be the way forward for you. A good way to create a low-maintenance garden is by introducing drought-tolerant plants and, by their very nature, Mediterranean style plants are ideal. These...