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Garden styling for Afternoon Tea Week!
We all love afternoon tea - a British delicacy dating back to the 17th century. We love it so much we have a national event dedicated to it - Afternoon Tea Week takes place every second full week in August and will be on August 7 to 13 this year.
3rd Aug
Britain Get Growing August: It’s National Allotment Week!
2023 marks the 21st year of National Allotments Week, run by The National Allotment Society. This year, National Allotments Week will run from 7th-13th August with the theme of Soil Health so this month for Britain Get Growing, the experts at British Garden Centres take a look at what can be planted, the soil conditions as well as how you can care for your soil to ensure a bumper harvest!
27th Jul
Our Top 10 Tips for Taking Care of Your Garden While You’re On Holiday
Before going on holiday, it's important to take care of your garden to make sure it is in the best shape whilst you are away. We've put together a checklist of tasks to complete before you leave to make sure your outdoor space is thriving upon your return.
19th Jul
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
Get ready for the Big Butterfly Count!
The Big Butterfly Count 2023 is just around the corner and takes place from July 16th to 18th. The nationwide survey is aimed at helping assess the health of the environment simply by counting the different species and numbers of butterflies that we see.
10th Jul
Must-sees at RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival
Taking place from July 4th-9th, the RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival is a treat for anyone with green fingers. Horticultural excellence can be experienced at Hampton Court Palace, Henry VIII's most famous residence. The show features workshops and demonstrations, spectacular Show Gardens, Floral Marquees, top gardening advice, and allotment experiences.
6th Jul
Britain Get Growing July: Summer grow your own fun!
The summer solstice has now passed meaning summer is truly here with glorious temperatures in the high twenties. Perfect weather to get growing and care for the plants you have in the garden.
Here are some things you can do this month to keep your garden to keep your crops in great shape for the summer.
30th Jun
Preparing for the ultimate summer party!
The sun has finally made an appearance, the weather is getting warmer, and we could be set for a scorcher again this summer. It’s the perfect time to get out in the garden and celebrate after all that rain and colder temperatures at the start of the year. Your garden may need a little pick me up before you start entertaining but, fear not because British Garden Centres have the perfect products to get your outside space primed for the ultimate summer party!
28th Jun
Water wisely: Water conservation tips for your garden
With warm temperatures across the country and more areas hit by water shortages due to the heatwave, water companies have started to introduce hosepipe bans in certain areas. Here we look at what you can do to save water over the summer months.
23rd Jun
Top Ten Tips for BBC Gardeners World Live
BBC Gardeners’ World Live is fast becoming a must-visit event in the annual gardening shows calendar with nearly 100,000 set to attend the show at the NEC over the weekend of 15-18th June.
8th Jun
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Winter Pot Planting & Care
With such a stunning array of autumnal texture and colour on show at this time of year, it’s the perfect time to plant up your own container. In this guide we'll take you through the process, step-by-step – from preparing your pot to arranging your plants – before sharing some helpful tips on how to…
Gardening with Eve: November
Happy November everyone! I've got some lovely jobs for you to get stuck into this month, from planting up snowdrop bulbs for beautiful blooms next year to making your own Paperwhites Daffodil bowl to enjoy in time for Christmas... Give feathered friends a hand With short days, low temperatures and limited natural food sources, November…
Light Up Christmas with British Garden Centres
Over the past few weeks, we have launched our much-anticipated Christmas 2025 campaign, transforming our 73 stores into festive wonderlands this season. With sparkling displays, exciting decoration themes, enchanting family events, and a wide range of gifts, British Garden Centres offers everything you need to #LightUpChristmas Our Christmas 2025 Themes This year brings two stunning…