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The Best Cut Flowers to Grow With growing season upon us, now is the perfect time to take cuttings. Cutting is a great way to take some of your favourite plants and fragrances and scatter them throughout your gardens. The process couldn’t be simpler, and the reward is more delightful colours here, there and everywhere!

Planting Summer Flowering Bulbs Summer is right around the corner, and now is the best time to prep your garden with vibrant colours. In this blog you will find all you need to know about planting some of the most popular summer bulbs, Dahlias, Lilies and Begonias. Don’t worry if your garden is small, some…

Climbing Plants can bring strong verticality to any outdoor area, scaling walls, fencing and trellis with dense foliage and vibrant flowers. Full of charm and character, they’re perfect for enhancing arbours – especially those with a strong fragrance. What are Climbing Plants? There are countless different climbing varieties, from strong-scented roses to dense evergreen coverage.…

Perennials are chosen for their longevity and include a wide range of various colours, shapes and sizes. When choosing what to plant a common argument you may find is Perennials or Annuals. Here you will find everything that makes perennials special to help make your decision. What are Perennials? Perennials are types of plants that…

Alpines come in an abundance of shapes, sizes and colours and are a fantastic choice for beginners. Their incredible variety makes them great for any sized garden. Originating from high-altitude, rocky regions they are fantastic for climbing displays or as complementary fillers in beds and borders. Whether you’re new to gardening or just need a…

Bedding Plants are a prime choice for anyone after vibrant and exciting splashes of colour throughout their garden – especially in borders. A strong Summer bed can bring an area to life, attracting an abundance of wildlife. Whether you’re new to gardening or just need a reminder, this guide will demystify gardening lingo and teach…

National Gardening Week – “Knowledge is Flower” – Gardening terminology made easy Embarking on a gardening journey can be both exciting and overwhelming, especially when faced with a plethora of unfamiliar terms. The RHS’ National Gardening Week takes place from 29 April–5 May 2024, with the theme “Knowledge is Flower” which aims to demystify gardening…

How to grow your own herb garden at home Growing your own herb garden is a rewarding and cost-effective way to add freshness and flavour to your cooking. In this guide, the British Garden Centres team explore the simple steps you can take to start and maintain your very own herb garden right in your…

Enhancing your garden with braided willow Are you looking for a focal and stunning piece of natural art for your garden?  Why not visit your local British Garden Centres store and try our braided willow (Salix)? The use of woven willow in garden design has seen a significant rise in popularity in recent years as…

Best spring plants for your garden right now Spring is the perfect time to add some vibrant shades and freshness to your garden and we all need some spring colour in our lives to chase away the cold and wet days of winter! Planting up pots with beautiful spring flowers is a wonderful way to…