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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
How to give wildlife a helping hand for Garden Wildlife Week
Garden Wildlife Week takes place from June 6th to June 12th and raises awareness of the country’s wild animals and plants. Some of these most recognisable British animals and insects are in decline and so anything we can do to help them thrive is important.
5th Jun
Britain Get Growing – Here comes summer! What you can grow in June
Summer is finally approaching, and we start to see the start of warmer and sunnier days and lighter evenings. Your garden is in full bloom with colourful flowers and an abundance of wildlife.
25th May
Nurturing Nature: Sustainable Gardening Techniques for a Greener Garden
A sustainable garden is great for the environment and will reduce any negative impact that your current gardening habits may have.
18th May
Save the Bees – Our best pollinator plants
Our garden can provide safe habitats for wildlife, and even small steps, such as planting pollen and nectar-rich flowers, will attract beneficial insects and bees.
16th May
Britain Get Growing: Plants to grow in your kitchen garden
Growing herbs in your kitchen is a breeze. A kitchen garden can be budget-friendly too which we all need as food prices continue to rise. Herbs are not only sensory plants for our eyes and ears, but they can transform a dish into something so flavoursome and aromatic.
12th May
Choosing the Best Barbecue
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.
11th May
Our top ideas to celebrate National Gardening Week
Get your spades and watering cans ready! National Gardening Week takes place from 1st – 7th May and is a great way to get your family outdoors and motivated for all things gardening!
3rd May
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Gardening with Eve: Jobs for July
This month is one of the busiest and most rewarding times in the garden. With flowers in full bloom, vegetables growing quickly and plenty of sunshine, there's lots to enjoy outdoors. If you're looking for something to focus on this month, here are my top three gardening jobs for July.
Big ideas for small gardens
For many homeowners and renters across the UK, the average garden runs to about 12 square metres - that's roughly the size of a large bathroom. Yet a small garden doesn’t have to mean compromising on colour, wildlife or enjoyment. With these simple tips from our team at British Garden Centres, your patio or balcony…
Summer Lawn Care Tips: Grow a Match-Ready Lawn
It’s that time of year when the strawberries are out, the flags are up, and sports fans have one eye on the tennis and the other on the football. But how do they get their grass looking so good? The experts at British Garden Centres have put together their top lawn care tips to help…