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Our guide to different types of compost for your garden
February 9th, 2024 | Categories
Our guide to different types of compost for your garden If you’re someone who is just starting with gardening, choosing the right type of compost can be a confusing task. With so many options available at your local garden centre, it can be challenging to figure out which one will suit your needs. To help…
Read MoreHome Composting
November 7th, 2023 | Categories
Your guide to successful home composting Good for your garden, great for the environment Composting is a straightforward and rewarding practice that anyone can do, whether you have a small garden, a balcony, or even just a kitchen countertop. There are various composting methods, including traditional outdoor compost piles, compost bins, worm composting (vermicomposting), and…
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National Compost Week – Choosing the right compost
March 9th, 2023 | Categories
In the UK, National Compost Week runs from March 13 – March 19, and what better time to get to know your soil?
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Garden Centre Team Members
July 24th, 2024 | Categories
Part Time 6 Hours on a Saturday or Sunday. We are currently looking for Team Member to work in our fast paced and very customer focused Centre. The successful candidates will be highly motivated, approachable and have excellent people skills with a positive “can do” attitude plus a keen eye for detail. This is a very hands-on…
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Gardening for Beginners – Creating Container Gardens
July 5th, 2024 | Categories
Gardening for Beginners – Creating Container Gardens Container gardens open up the world of gardening to places a suffering with limited space. You can plant most types of plants in containers, from shrubs and ornamental flowers to fully fledged trees and veg! Whether you’re a beginner or just need a refresher, find all the tools,…
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Gardening for Beginners – How to Sow and Prick out Seeds
June 24th, 2024 | Categories
Gardening for Beginners – How to Sow and Prick out Seeds Whether your new to gardening or just need a refresher, learn all the ins and outs of how to prick and sow seeds with us at British Garden Centres. In this entry we will run down the basics and demystify confusing terminology you may…
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How to Create a Terrarium – An ecosystem of its own
June 3rd, 2024 | Categories
How to Create a Terrarium – An ecosystem of its own Terrariums are a fantastic low-maintenance option for maximum impact. Bottle gardens allow you to grow some truly exotic plants thanks to their high humidity. Join us as we run through the essentials to create your own miniature ecosystem. What do I need? You can…
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Little green ideas for National Children Gardening Week
May 22nd, 2024 | Categories
Little green ideas for National Children Gardening Week National Children Gardening Week (25 May – 2 June 2024) is soon upon us which will encourage kids to love getting their hands dirty in the garden. Gardening isn’t just about plants; it’s a chance for kids to play outside, move around, and connect with nature. This…
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The Best Cut Flowers to Grow – More of your favourites
May 17th, 2024 | Categories
The Best Cut Flowers to Grow With growing season upon us, now is the perfect time to take cuttings. Cutting is a great way to take some of your favourite plants and fragrances and scatter them throughout your gardens. The process couldn’t be simpler, and the reward is more delightful colours here, there and everywhere!
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Planting Summer Flowering Bulbs – Begonias, Dahlias & Lilies
May 10th, 2024 | Categories
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…
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