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The Best House Plants for UK Weather: Surviving and Thriving Indoors
Indoor plants can transform your living space into an oasis of tranquillity, purify the air, and provide a feeling of connection to nature even in urban settings. But as the weather in the UK can be fickle, it's critical to choose plants that can adapt and thrive indoors.
6th Sep
British Garden Centres’ guide to autumn and winter container plants
Embrace the unique charm of autumn and winter container gardening and create a stunning oasis that'll stay lush all year long.
30th Aug
Our handy guide to spring bulbs you should be planting now
Now is the perfect time to plant spring bulbs for a colourful lift as winter ends. Plant them now while the soil is still moist and warm to give them the best start. Planting bulbs is a great activity for the whole family to enjoy. From daffodils to tulips, snowdrops and crocus, bulbs planted now will create a fantastic display in any border or container. Follow our top tips for a blooming spring!
24th Aug
Summer holiday gardening activities for little green fingers
The school holidays are the perfect time to spend quality time with your family and create lasting memories in your garden. Take advantage of this time by involving your children in fun and educational garden projects. This will give you extra hands to spruce up your garden for summer and keep your children entertained while teaching them about the environment and nature.
16th Aug
Garden styling for Afternoon Tea Week!
We all love afternoon tea - a British delicacy dating back to the 17th century. We love it so much we have a national event dedicated to it - Afternoon Tea Week takes place every second full week in August and will be on August 7 to 13 this year.
3rd Aug
Our Top 10 Tips for Taking Care of Your Garden While You’re On Holiday
Before going on holiday, it's important to take care of your garden to make sure it is in the best shape whilst you are away. We've put together a checklist of tasks to complete before you leave to make sure your outdoor space is thriving upon your return.
19th Jul
Garden maintenance to get your garden in shape this summer
At this point in the summer, your diligent efforts in the garden should be yielding fruitful results, with flourishing plants and ample floral blooms for your admiration and pleasure. However, it is important to keep up with necessary care and maintenance to ensure optimal enjoyment of your garden in the weeks to come.
10th Jul
Get ready for the Big Butterfly Count!
The Big Butterfly Count 2023 is just around the corner and takes place from July 16th to 18th. The nationwide survey is aimed at helping assess the health of the environment simply by counting the different species and numbers of butterflies that we see.
10th Jul
Must-sees at RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival
Taking place from July 4th-9th, the RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival is a treat for anyone with green fingers. Horticultural excellence can be experienced at Hampton Court Palace, Henry VIII's most famous residence. The show features workshops and demonstrations, spectacular Show Gardens, Floral Marquees, top gardening advice, and allotment experiences.
6th Jul
Water wisely: Water conservation tips for your garden
With warm temperatures across the country and more areas hit by water shortages due to the heatwave, water companies have started to introduce hosepipe bans in certain areas. Here we look at what you can do to save water over the summer months.
23rd Jun
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Bring Autumn’s golden touch to your container garden
Bring Autumn's golden touch to your container garden Don't let summer's end be the end of your garden. Just because summer has faded doesn't mean your garden has to hibernate. While the days are getting shorter and darker, your garden can continue to thrive with a little care and attention. Autumn is a wonderful…
Creating a Garden Border – From Zero to Hero
Creating a Garden Border – From Zero to Hero A garden border is a staple foundation of a flourishing garden, and transforms bland life-less edges into a vibrant and thriving ecosystem. Join us at British Garden Centres as we run down all the basics of creating a garden border from scratch! Planning your Border Before…
Gardening for Beginners – How to Feed your Plants
Gardening for Beginners – How to Feed your Plants Your plants cannot survive on water alone – especially container plants. Giving them that extra nutrient boost allows them to flourish stronger and healthier. For fruit and vegetables this can often result in a larger yield too! Follow along with the latest edition for Gardening for…