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Festival styling your garden with British Garden Centres
Festival styling your garden with British Garden Centres The August bank holiday is fast approaching, bringing the excitement of summer festivals. Why not capture the festival spirit by hosting your garden party? With the right decorations, food, and music, you can create a memorable weekend for friends and family. Get ready to immerse yourself in…
14th Aug
Celebrate National Allotment Week with us!
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…
1st Aug
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…
24th Jul
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…
19th Jul
Maintaining your Furniture – As Fresh as the Day You Bought It
Maintaining your Furniture – As Fresh as the Day You Bought It With summer well and truly in fold, your brand-new furniture is being put to the test! With plenty of gatherings and lazy evenings there’s bound to be a couple of spills, stains and scratches leaving their mark. Join us at British Garden Centres…
14th Jul
Our ultimate guide to a stylish summer garden with Fern Living
Our ultimate guide to a stylish summer garden with Fern Living As the warm summer months approach, it's time to start preparing your garden for the season ahead. With the sun shining and the temperatures rising, it's the perfect time to rejuvenate your outdoor space and make it ready for long, lazy summer days. Whether…
30th May
Planting Summer Flowering Bulbs – Begonias, Dahlias & Lilies
Planting Summer Flowering Bulbs Summer is right around the corner, and now is the best time to prep your garden with vibrant colours. In this blog you will find all you need to know about planting some of the most popular summer bulbs, Dahlias, Lilies and Begonias. Don’t worry if your garden is small, some…
10th May
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…
18th Apr
Summer holiday gardening activities for little green fingers
The school holidays are the perfect time to spend quality time with your family and create lasting memories in your garden. Take advantage of this time by involving your children in fun and educational garden projects. This will give you extra hands to spruce up your garden for summer and keep your children entertained while teaching them about the environment and nature.
16th Aug
Garden maintenance to get your garden in shape this summer
At this point in the summer, your diligent efforts in the garden should be yielding fruitful results, with flourishing plants and ample floral blooms for your admiration and pleasure. However, it is important to keep up with necessary care and maintenance to ensure optimal enjoyment of your garden in the weeks to come.
10th Jul
Advice
Bring Autumn’s golden touch to your container garden
Bring Autumn's golden touch to your container garden Don't let summer's end be the end of your garden. Just because summer has faded doesn't mean your garden has to hibernate. While the days are getting shorter and darker, your garden can continue to thrive with a little care and attention. Autumn is a wonderful…
Creating a Garden Border – From Zero to Hero
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 – 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…