Advice and Tips

Get ahead in the garden with our easy gardening advice and top tips.

Extending the grow-your-own season

Published on 8th September 20207th September 2020 by Jean Vernon

We are now in autumn according to meteorologists but hopefully we’ll get to enjoy some warmer weather for a little […]

Which bulbs are good for pots?

Published on 8th September 20203rd September 2020 by Geoff Stonebanks

Geoff Stonebanks share’s his advice for planting bulbs in pots and containers

How to tackle garden weeds

Published on 1st September 20201st September 2020 by Martyn Cox

Love it or hate it, weeding the garden is something that needs to be done. Martyn Cox shares his hard earned experience in his new series for beginners

How to harvest, ripen and store your produce

Published on 24th August 202020th August 2020 by Martyn Cox

After months of hard work, it’s time to reap the rewards of your labour. Martyn Cox helps you harvest, ripen and store your vegetables

Gardening for beginners – Planting Bulbs

Published on 18th August 2020 by Martyn Cox

If you are new to gardening you might like this fresh series with Martyn Cox that helps demystify gardening with his friendly and accessible advice, this week it is all about planting bulbs

How to stay safe in your summer garden

Published on 11th August 202011th August 2020 by Jean Vernon

Our gardens have become a haven away from the chaos of the rest of the world. Jean Vernon offers advice on staying safe in the garden

Keeping your garden productive

Published on 11th August 202012th August 2020 by Martyn Cox

Martyn Cox continues his helpful grow-your-own advice with some seasonal summer tips

How to reconnect teenagers with nature

Published on 5th August 2020 by Debi Holland

Prise the kids away from their screens and give them a reason to get outside into nature. Debi Holland has lots of ideas

Gardening for beginners – Planting containers

Published on 3rd August 202030th July 2020 by Martyn Cox

Plants in pots will elevate any garden, whether you have a patch in the countryside, small urban plot or even a narrow balcony. By combining the right plants with the right containers, you can create a wealth of sensational displays, whether you’re looking for a focal point or something to brighten up a boring patio.