With the warmer weather on its way and lockdown restrictions beginning to be lifted, many of us are turning to our gardens in order to get them ready for summer. Often the first thing we do when we come out of the winter and in to the spring months is…
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Want a splash of colour in your garden then plant begonias
As the first spring flowers such as primulas and daffodils start to appear in gardens around the country our thoughts turn to preparing planters, beds and pots ready to plant summer flowering plants. One of the most colourful and easy to grow are begonias with their delicate flowers and luscious…
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Should I buy my plants from a nursery?
The cost of buying new plants can be high especially if the plants that are wanted are unusual or already mature. Many people choose to buy plants from supermarkets where they are much cheaper but is this such a good idea? The age-old saying that you get what you pay…
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New house new garden
One of the exciting things about moving into a new house is exploring the garden and waiting to see which plants grow and flower at different times of the year especially if you move in during the winter months. It is a good idea to wait until a year has…