Gardening advice and monthly tasks & tips from our team of resident gardening experts…
How to Take Care of Your Garden Tools in Winter
January 19th, 2023 | Categories
Where oh where would we gardeners be without our tools? They enable us to do all the digging, planting, cutting, pruning, weeding, transplanting and more that we need to in do our gardens. They’re an essential part to a well maintained and lovely garden. That means that keeping them well looked after is key. Completing […]
Read MoreHow to Attract More Birds to the Garden
November 29th, 2022 | Categories
Attracting more of our native birds to the garden is a great way to enjoy and help nature, while adding more beauty to your outdoor space. Birds are also lovely to see and watch as they go about their business. It’s beneficial to have them in the garden too: they’ll happily eat lots of pests […]
Read MoreWhat Do Wild Birds Like to Eat?
November 22nd, 2022 | Categories
If you’re thinking about helping birds in winter, or attracting more to your garden generally, then it’s important to know that different bird species have different dietary needs, so it’s useful to know what kinds of birds are to be found locally so you can plan accordingly. Location and species are probably the two most […]
Read MoreGreat Christmas Gifts Ideas for Gardeners
November 15th, 2022 | Categories
Do you have a special green fingered someone in your life? Then you’ll know gardening is not just a hobby; it is in fact an obsession! A new plant every other week – or at least the desire for them and the willpower not to buy – veg patches, fruit growing, new pots, knees in […]
Read MoreKeep Bills Low with Energy-Efficient Christmas Lights
October 27th, 2022 | Categories
More so than ever, energy prices and the cost of living are forcing many of us to rethink what we do and where we can save money. For some, that means thinking about the amount of Christmas lights and decorations they have, and for how long the lights will stay on. Winter is already a […]
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