Gardening Advice & Blogs

What to sow in November - broad beans

Arguably, sowing seeds at this time of year can get you a head start on next spring.  However, the reality is that – unless you have somewhere frost-free to keep your tender, newly-sprouted seedlin...

What to plant in October - Roses

October is a great time to plant many trees and shrubs, including roses.  The ground is likely to still have some warmth in it, to allow the plant to start to establish before the winter cold, and ...

Seven great uses of gravel or chippings in your garden

Gravel and stone chippings – known in the business as ‘decorative aggregates’ – are possibly the most under-rated of building materials!  They have so many uses we think every garden needs some.  T...

How to plant a tree or shrub

Autumn is a great time to plant trees or shrubs.  The ground shouldn’t be too wet, too dry or too cold (but just right, like Goldilock’s porridge!).  It’s a time when most foliage is starting to di...