Gardening Advice & Blogs

Hambrooks on houseplants

As with everything in life, houseplants have come into and gone out of fashion many times over the years, although they are certainly having a ‘moment’ now.  What we choose to grow in our homes has...

The fascinating history of Christmas trees and tips for choosing and caring for yours

Fresh Christmas trees now in stock – Plus, 20% off for Loyalty Scheme Members! There’s nothing like the sight and smell of a fresh Christmas tree to bring the festive season to life! At our Garden...

Top Five Garden Jobs for September

Our recommendations on what to do this September. As September arrives, whether you mark autumn from the 1st (meteorological autumn) or the equinox on the 22nd (astronomical autumn), there's no den...

What to plant in September - Grasses

Ornamental grasses are a fantastic, low-maintenance way to add texture and movement to your garden. Ideal for planting in September. 

Jobs in your garden this August

August tends to be the tipping point in the gardening year, as the bright colours of summer begin to give way to the faded glories of early autumn. Keeping up with the deadheading and the watering ...

What to plant in August – Hydrangea and Hibiscus

Two of our August garden plant favourites are Hydrangea and Hibiscus: both can be planted now to give extra zing to your outdoor space.  Here are the reasons we'll be planting one of each this month.

Tips for encouraging wildlife into your garden

Having wildlife visit your garden regularly is a sign that you have a healthy, well-balanced micro-environment. This means your garden can help to do its own pest control!  Here are our seven top t...

Hambrooks’ guide to Rose varieties

Many home gardeners think roses are ‘difficult’ but we disagree! It’s simply about understanding which rose will suit your plot and how to look after it. Here's our quick guide for anyone who wants...

Fathers' Day Gift Ideas

Fathers’ Day is just a few days away now so we asked some of the gents in the Garden Centre team what they would like as a gift, in case it helps inspire you.

Top Tips for Conifers