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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…

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…

In the UK, National Compost Week runs from March 13 – March 19, and what better time to get to know your soil?

Hyacinths Hyacinths, with their sweet fragrance, are a popular choice for spring gardens. To enjoy their beauty, plant their bulbs in autumn from September onwards, ensuring they are in a sunny location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. The bulbs should be planted 10cm deep and 4cm apart, with the pointy side facing up. Water regularly but…

Here’s our top picks for your autumn planter… Want to make your own autumn planter? Check out the following… Check out our advice on garden maintenance in autumn… Here’s some of our favourites… Make your own layered bulb planter…

Celebrate National Allotment Week with us! National Allotment Week is upon us, running from Monday 12th to Sunday 18th August with the theme of biodiversity and British Garden Centres is here to help you make the most of your growing space. National Allotment Week is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the joy and rewards of…

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 – Creating Container Gardens Container gardens open up the world of gardening to places a suffering with limited space. You can plant most types of plants in containers, from shrubs and ornamental flowers to fully fledged trees and veg! Whether you’re a beginner or just need a refresher, find all the tools,…

Gardening for Beginners – How to Sow and Prick out Seeds Whether your new to gardening or just need a refresher, learn all the ins and outs of how to prick and sow seeds with us at British Garden Centres. In this entry we will run down the basics and demystify confusing terminology you may…

How to Create a Terrarium – An ecosystem of its own Terrariums are a fantastic low-maintenance option for maximum impact. Bottle gardens allow you to grow some truly exotic plants thanks to their high humidity. Join us as we run through the essentials to create your own miniature ecosystem. What do I need? You can…