Gardening Advice & Blogs

How to Winter Prune Your Apple or Pear Tree

Learn how to winter-prune apple, pear and quince trees for healthier growth, better shape and bigger crops—simple steps for gardeners.

Jobs in your garden this December

Short, practical December gardening tips for UK gardeners: winter maintenance, mulching, protecting pots and planning for the year ahead.

Natural Christmas Decorations for a Greener Festive Season

Create a festive home with natural DIY Christmas decorations. Discover eco-friendly, easy-to-make ideas using pinecones, greenery, and seasonal materials for a magical holiday season

From Garden to Garland: Plants You Can Grow for Beautiful Christmas Decorations

Plants You Can Grow for Beautiful Christmas Decorations. Bring festive cheer from your garden! Discover the best plants to grow for natural, sustainable Christmas decorations - with easy planting a...

November Garden Guide

Keep your garden healthy and stylish this November! Gardening, landscaping, and DIY tips to prepare for winter and spring.

Winter Garden Maintenance Tips

Winter doesn’t mean your garden has to take a break. With the right projects, you can tidy, plan, and prepare now to make spring a breeze. From pruning and planting to clearing and planning, discov...

October Jobs in the Garden

October is the perfect month to prepare your garden for winter and set the stage for spring. From tidying borders and pruning perennials to planting bulbs and clearing leaves, the right autumn jobs...

Create an Autumn Pollinator Paradise

Pollinators like bees, butterflies and hoverflies are vital for thriving gardens, but autumn can be tough when nectar sources run low. By planting late-flowering species, leaving seed heads and pro...

Tips for Planting Bulbs: A Gardener’s Guide

Discover the best bulbs to plant in spring, summer, and autumn. Year-round bulb planting tips for colourful, low-maintenance blooms in your garden.

How to Make Your Own Mulch and Why It Matters

Mulching is not one of gardening’s more glamorous jobs but it is one of the best things you can do for your garden.  And it’s something you can do using materials that you probably already have on ...