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Our guide to different types of compost for your garden If you’re someone who is just starting with gardening, choosing the right type of compost can be a confusing task. With so many options available at your local garden centre, it can be challenging to figure out which one will suit your needs.  To help…

British Garden Centres’ plant tips for the Lunar New Year The Lunar New Year also referred to as the Chinese New Year or Spring Festival, is a traditional festival that marks the beginning of the lunar calendar year. This year, from February 10th – 24th, the Year of the Dragon will be celebrated across the…

Britain Get Growing – Plan your January Garden Wishing you a Happy New Year! With the arrival of the new year comes fresh hope and a brand-new gardening season. Despite the winter chill and lockdown conditions, now is the ideal time to strategize for your outdoor space in preparation for the upcoming spring. In January,…

Our Top Ten Houseplants for Christmas Houseplants make excellent Christmas gifts, bringing a touch of nature and beauty into any home. Whether you’re shopping for a friend, family member, or colleague, a houseplant is a thoughtful and sustainable present that can bring joy and a sense of well-being. Research shows that plants improve air quality,…

Britain Get Growing – December Delights in the Garden As the colder weather unfolds and Christmas draws near, it’s easy to assume that the garden is peacefully tucked away for the winter. However, the truth is, that there are still several gardening tasks to be tended to in December. In this quick guide, we’ll explore…

Discover the Beauty of National Tree Week with British Garden Centres National Tree Week takes place from November 25th to December 3rd and is championed by the Tree Council. It is the UK’s largest tree celebration annually launching the start of the winter tree planting season.  Trees planted in the autumn experience much less stress…

Your guide to successful home composting Good for your garden, great for the environment Composting is a straightforward and rewarding practice that anyone can do, whether you have a small garden, a balcony, or even just a kitchen countertop. There are various composting methods, including traditional outdoor compost piles, compost bins, worm composting (vermicomposting), and…

Potatoes are relatively easy to grow, with each individual seed potato potentially producing a number of potatoes to harvest. Growing Seed Potatoes Growing potatoes can be fun and rewarding. They are one of the easier vegetables to grow. You can grow potatoes in a small space in the garden or on your patio or balcony…

British Garden Centres (BGC) is the UK’s largest family-owned garden centre group and the second-largest garden centre group in the UK with 62 centres around the country. The group is owned by The Stubbs family, who also own and operate Woodthorpe Leisure Park. BGC was launched in 1987 with the opening of Woodthorpe Garden Centre…

Great Food and Good Times at The Gardener’s Retreat Restaurant. Whether it’s a hearty breakfast, a delicious afternoon tea, a light bite, or carvery, our restaurants offer something to suit every taste. Our menu is full of all your favourites, and if you’re in the mood for something a little different, we serve delicious daily…