Gardening advice and monthly tasks & tips from our team of resident gardening experts…
Retreat to the Country – Cottage Gardening
March 25th, 2022 | Categories
Give your patio or outside space a gorgeous cottage garden feel with these planting tips. For people who love plants, the ‘cottage garden look’ will always be in vogue, whatever the age or style of the property you live in. This perennially popular planting style is the perfect choice for character homes and rural gardens. […]
Read MoreSunflower Growing Guide
March 22nd, 2022 | Categories
Sunflowers are easy to grow from seed and are ideal for growing with children. Follow our step-by-step guide to grow tall and healthy sunflowers! April to May – Plant seeds Plant seeds individually in pots, place on a windowsill and water regularly. Cover pots with a clear plastic bag to help maintain heat until they germinate. […]
Read More10 Best Spring Plants Chosen By Our Experts
March 4th, 2022 | Categories
At this time of year, there are so many gorgeous spring plants to choose from it can be tricky to know what to get for your garden. Have you ever wondered what the plant experts pick to have in their garden at home? We asked some of the horticultural experts at Squire’s Garden Centres to […]
Read MoreHow to Compost at Home
February 23rd, 2022 | Categories
Compost is an essential medium when it comes to gardening. No matter the type be it general purpose, specialist for fruit and vegetables, organic, peat free, loam based, peat based, or ericaceous, all composts are a means to aid in the growth, strength, and health of the plants. Even if you’ve been buying compost already […]
Read MoreNative British Plants & Trees
February 18th, 2022 | Categories
We have a some wonderfully beautiful plants and trees that grow in and are native to Britain. Many people don’t realise that 80% of the plants we sell are grown in Britain, something we’re very proud of. Lots of which are sourced nearby which supports local producers, and in turn means that customers can choose […]
Read More