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Choosing the Best Barbecue

Posted on May 11, 2023May 11, 2023 by Katie Henderson

We all love the relaxing weekends and evenings over the summer period and your garden provides the perfect backdrop to unwind or entertain. Lazy summer days are perfect for preparing tasty, chargrilled treats on our huge range of barbecues which offer versatility and alfresco food for your friends and family.

Posted in BlogTagged BBQ, Outdoor Living, Summer

Summer in England

Posted on August 20, 2022May 3, 2023 by Lucy Hewitt

I have now been writing this article for 10 years so I thought I would look back to the first one I wrote to see what I said then. Oh my, how times have changed in just 10 years! This was the opening paragraph….

Posted in BlogTagged England, Gardening, Plants, Summer

5 Tips to Help You Enjoy Your BBQ This Summer

Posted on August 16, 2022May 3, 2023 by Katie Henderson

Summer is here, what better way to enjoy spending time with loved ones than having a barbecue and enjoying great food together?

Posted in BlogTagged al fresco dining, BBQ, Summer
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Water Wisely

Posted on July 28, 2022May 3, 2023 by Lucy Hewitt

Watering wisely is all about understanding your garden and what it needs. 

Posted in BlogTagged Garden Care, Summer, Water Wisely, Watering

Gardening in the Summer

Posted on July 7, 2022May 3, 2023 by Lucy Hewitt

The FA cup final marks the start of summer for me. In late May the danger of frost has passed and I start planting out sweet pea and tomato seedlings in pots on the patio. That Saturday afternoon is also an excellent time to buy bedding plants for my window boxes.

Posted in Blog, Gardening in the ...Tagged crops, Flowers, Gardening, July Gardening, Roses, Summer, Tomatoes

Gardening During a Heatwave

Posted on July 22, 2022May 3, 2023 by Lucy Hewitt

There are two, related topics I’d like to share with you this month. Keep your plants hydrated and ensure your garden plants survive when you go away on holiday.

Posted in BlogTagged Garden Hydration, Gardening, Heatwave, Summer, Summer Season, Sun, Water Saving

Wildlife Friendly Gardens

Posted on June 16, 2022May 3, 2023 by Lucy Hewitt

Our gardens are filling up with colour and scent as warm weather, rain and longer daylight hours encourage growth.

Posted in BlogTagged Gardening, Summer, Wildflowers, Wildlife, Wildlife Gardens
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Getting Easter Ready

Posted on April 8, 2022May 3, 2023 by Lucy Hewitt

Get your garden easter ready whether you are gardening or entertaining this month make sure everything is prepped and ready to go.

Posted in Spring GardeningTagged BBQ, Easter, Garden, Gardening, Getting Easter Ready, Lawn Care, Spring, Spring Flowers, Summer, Summer bulbs

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