As the daylight hours become shorter and the growing season winds down, autumn presents an opportunity to prepare your lawn for the winter months ahead. After withstanding the unpredictable British summer and increased traffic during the holidays, now is the time to provide your lawn with the necessary nutrients and maintenance to ensure it is in optimal condition come springtime.
Nature’s time to plant – autumn colour for your garden
With the changing of the leaves and the cool breeze in the air, now is the perfect time to revel in the beauty of autumn in your garden. As part of the ‘Love Your Autumn Garden’ campaign, British Garden Centres has everything you need to create a breathtaking and blooming outdoor space with a variety of plants that thrive during the season.
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.
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!
Britain Get Growing: September sun in the Garden
September is a significant month for gardening and growing your own. As summer ends, it’s time to harvest what you have sown and prepare for autumn and plan for the upcoming year.
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.
12 Autumn Plants to Brighten up your Garden
The nights are starting to draw in and the summer sunshine is starting to fade, why not brighten up your garden with autumn plants?
Your Garden in September
This September there is plenty to do in your garden, from garden maintenance to sowing crops and plants for the winter and next spring. Think ahead for 2024 this September.
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.
How to take care of your indoor plants
If you are a beginner in indoor gardening, caring for indoor plants may seem daunting at first. However, with our guide, you can easily learn how to nourish, compost, water, and select the best indoor plants for your home, so you can enjoy the full benefits of houseplants such as improving air quality, reducing blood pressure, and enhancing mood, attention span, and productivity.