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Harrogate Flower Show Garden – Get The Look
What's happening... Harrogate Spring Flower Show begins this Thursday 24th April. We’re thrilled to be unveiling our show garden, designed by the incredible Pip Probert. Titled ‘The Butterfly Garden’, this is a contemplative space designed to raise awareness for Greenfingers charity who create gardens just like this for children in hospices around the UK. Plus,…

How to grow your own herb garden at home
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…

Embracing an al-fresco summer with Fern Living
Embracing an al-fresco summer with Fern Living In today's world, having a beautiful and comfortable outdoor space to unwind and relax has become more important than ever. Spending time outdoors, surrounded by nature and being with your loved ones can bring about significant physical and mental health benefits, with many people seeing their garden as…

Enhancing your garden with braided willow
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…

Common garden pests and natural ways to keep them at bay
Common garden pests and natural ways to keep them at bay Gardens are a wonderful way to connect with nature and create a tranquil outdoor space to relax, socialise or play in. However, with beautiful plants comes the challenge of pests that can damage or destroy the garden. There's no need to worry because there…

Fun Easter garden activities for all the family
Fun Easter garden activities for all the family The Easter holidays are a wonderful time to engage in fun and outdoor activities with your family in the garden. From egg hunts to planting flowers, there are endless opportunities to get the children involved and create lasting memories together. In this blog post, we will explore…

Best spring plants for your garden right now
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…

Spring Lawn Care Tips From British Garden Centres
Spring Lawn Care Tips From British Garden Centres The perfect garden lawn is practical to use, lovely to look at and an asset to your home and Spring is the perfect time to breathe new life into your lawn after the winter months. With proper preparation and care, doing your lawn care in spring can…

Testing Garden Soil pH Levels: A Beginner’s Guide
Testing Garden Soil pH Levels: A Beginner's Guide It is extremely important to maintain the right pH level of the soil to ensure the health and productivity of the plants in your garden. The pH level of soil determines how it absorbs nutrients and water that your plants require and influences microbial activity in the…

Garden Tips: Can the weather in the UK affect garden maintenance?
Garden Tips: Can the weather in the UK affect garden maintenance?
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It’s World Bee Day!
World Bee Day World Bee Day falls on 20th May every year. As we're sure you know, bees are such a crucial part of our natural habitat, helping pollinate the flowers we love and the food we eat. While bee numbers have been declining in recent years, thankfully there’s plenty we can do to help…

How gardening helps children blossom
Know yourself, grow yourself This year’s Children’s Mental Health Week theme is ‘Know yourself, grow yourself’, which is all about helping children recognise and accept their emotions. We’re exploring how gardening can play a part in helping them doing this. From building patience through sowing seeds, to the power of the '5-4-3-2-1 Challenge', keep reading…

Get inspired by Pantone’s 2025 Colour of the Year
Bring Mocha Mousse into your garden Pantone’s Colour of the Year is practically made for the garden. The warm, natural tones of Mocha Mousse can be found in an array of plants, trees, grasses and flowers. We’re here to show you how to embrace the Colour of the Year, and inject some of the magic…