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Discover the Beauty of National Tree Week with British Garden Centres
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…
22nd Nov
Britain Get Growing October – Welcoming autumn
With falling leaves and dipping temperatures, it's clear that autumn is fast approaching. However, don't let the darker days discourage you from enjoying your garden this month.
28th Sep
Perfect your autumn lawn with British Garden Centres
As the daylight hours become shorter and the growing season winds down, autumn presents an opportunity to prepare your lawn for the winter months ahead. After withstanding the unpredictable British summer and increased traffic during the holidays, now is the time to provide your lawn with the necessary nutrients and maintenance to ensure it is in optimal condition come springtime.
20th Sep
Britain Get Growing: September sun in the Garden
September is a significant month for gardening and growing your own. As summer ends, it’s time to harvest what you have sown and prepare for autumn and plan for the upcoming year.
12th Sep
Nature’s time to plant – autumn colour for your garden
With the changing of the leaves and the cool breeze in the air, now is the perfect time to revel in the beauty of autumn in your garden. As part of the ‘Love Your Autumn Garden’ campaign, British Garden Centres has everything you need to create a breathtaking and blooming outdoor space with a variety of plants that thrive during the season.
7th Sep
British Garden Centres’ guide to autumn and winter container plants
Embrace the unique charm of autumn and winter container gardening and create a stunning oasis that'll stay lush all year long.
30th Aug
Our handy guide to spring bulbs you should be planting now
Now is the perfect time to plant spring bulbs for a colourful lift as winter ends. Plant them now while the soil is still moist and warm to give them the best start. Planting bulbs is a great activity for the whole family to enjoy. From daffodils to tulips, snowdrops and crocus, bulbs planted now will create a fantastic display in any border or container. Follow our top tips for a blooming spring!
24th Aug
Britain Get Growing: Where’s the best position to grow vegetables in your garden?
Choosing the best location and position for your vegetables, fruits, and herbs is important for the health of the plant so you can grow as much food as possible for your family. Here in this blog, we focus on how gardeners can select and prepare their gardens to ensure maximum grow your own success.
22nd Mar
Late Autumn and Winter Gardening Tips
Winter is almost here! Let's get our garden ready for the colder seasons and wet weather.
20th Nov
Treating your Garden Furniture this Winter
As the weather gets colder and the nights get shorter, sadly it’s time to retire our garden furniture for the winter.
14th Nov
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Gardening for Beginners – How to Feed your Plants
Gardening for Beginners – How to Feed your Plants Your plants cannot survive on water alone – especially container plants. Giving them that extra nutrient boost allows them to flourish stronger and healthier. For fruit and vegetables this can often result in a larger yield too! Follow along with the latest edition for Gardening for…
Our top shade-loving plants to enhance your garden
Our top shade-loving plants to enhance your garden Got a shady spot in your garden and worried you can’t grow anything? Fear not, with the right selection of plants, you can transform these dark nooks and crannies into a colourful and thriving area. The team at British Garden Centres delve into some of the best…
Flower power all summer long: Our deadheading tips to keep your garden blooming
Flower power all summer long: Our deadheading tips to keep your garden blooming Summer in the UK is a glorious time for gardens, bursting with vibrant flowers. But to keep that floral display going strong all season, there's a little secret weapon every gardener should know about - deadheading. Deadheading is the process of removing…