Plants
Whether you are looking to grow a patch of marigolds or prune your apple tree, our expert advice can help you along the way.
Gardening and plant advice
Create your own unique gardening space. Read on to find out more about planting flowers, crops and trees.
Flowers
A welcome addition to any garden. planting flowers in your garden creates a welcoming space.
Hardwood and root cuttings
At this time of year, propagation is high on the list of jobs to be getting on with. Hardwood and root cuttings are taken at this time of year.
Planting daffodils
Planting bulbs is really quick and easy to do and will reward you with a succession of flowers next spring for at least 8 – 10 weeks.
Planting giant amaryllis bulbs
Once planted, they send up a thick shoot reminiscent of a firework heading skyward then finally release in a crescendo of colour with massive flowers that make a great display in the home.
Crops
If you are looking to grow yourself produce, grow them for decoration, or simply want a project to work on, growing crops is a great way to use your garden.
Best plants for growing together
If you are new to vegetable growing and are getting confused with all this ‘what to plant with/without can get a bit confusing so it's always best to start with concentrating on crop rotation.
Growing Berries
Trends in gardening always come and go and this year’s trend so I am told is growing fancy and different tomatoes from the norm.
Trees
Trees are a good use of space in your garden and can produce a range of different fruits and nuts. Read our soft landscaping advice to find out more about planting or working around trees.
Pruning apple trees
Pruning an also apple tree depends on the kind of tree you have. If you’re not sure what variety you have then it is essential to identify the fruit buds and the cropping habit of your tree before you start as you could potentially ruin next years crop.
Pruning trained fruit
From mid-summer onwards, very little re-growth is made after pruning which basically means that the tree will retain its shape throughout autumn and winter.
Seasonal Gardening
Do you need advice for your garden regarding the time of year? read our seasonal guides to find out how you can best manage your garden.