These colossal bloomed Dahlias are grouped together as Dinner Plate Dahlias due to the sheer size of their flowers, which can grow to up to 30cm (12in) across. The giant blooms appear in late summer when many other plants have ceased to perform. They make stunning cut flowers for the home. The sturdy stems hold[...]
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Until now we have had no option other than facing the danger and inconvenience of having to climb ladders to pick cherries from a tall tree. That is until Cherry Porthos and Cherry Athos were bred, and we are now able to grow cherries as a bush. These naturally dwarf, bush varieties that grow on[...]
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Here we have chosen a selection of high quality gift ideas for the seasoned gardener in your life. They may not be stocking fillers, but any true gardening enthusiast would recognise them as the “cream of the crop” and cherish them for years to come. Seed Packet Storage Tin – Atlantic Blue This handsome[...]
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What could be a greater gift for a gardener than to have a beautiful indoor plant that they can tend and enjoy throughout the dark winter months. Perhaps you know someone who you would like to send one of these stunning gifts to. Below we have chosen some of our favourites available this Christmas. Hibiscus[...]
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It is always a great joy to view wildlife in our gardens, especially the beautiful birds. It makes us feel that we need to supply them with the best food we can offer them to survive the harsh outdoor conditions. The layman may feel that any old seed mix will do, until we learn about[...]
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U.K rose growers and breeders Dickson Roses have really come up trumps with this delightful Floribunda rose, which has been given the prestigious title of Rose Of The Year 2022 by Roses U.K. To receive this award, a rose really needs to be outstanding to beat the competition. Any rose that receives this award is[...]
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Dahlias, planted from tubers or cuttings in spring, are prized for their continuous blooms well into late summer and autumn. Those of you who live in Southern areas of the U.K may wish to risk leaving your Dahlia tubers planted in the ground throughout the winter and simply put a thick mulch over the soil[...]
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There must be few people in the U.K who haven’t heard of Captain Sir Tom Moore who raised almost forty million pounds for the NHS and reached the age of 100 before he sadly passed away in February. To honour him, this rose has been named after him and will help to raise even more[...]
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Many among us use garlic in our everyday recipes and it is luckily an easy, low maintenance crop which takes up little room. The taste of a homegrown crop can be far superior to most in the shops. It can be planted in autumn or spring and, if space is at a premium, can be[...]
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Rosa ‘Queen Elizabeth II’ has been produced to commemorate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. This stunning and exceptional plant has been officially selected by Her Majesty. Below are some of the benefits of this beautiful new variety. Grown by a U.K nursery. Gorgeous, large dusky pink blooms. Makes a perfect gift. Particularly fragrant flowers. Suited to[...]
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Suttons have proudly announced that Cercis canadensis ‘Eternal Flame’®, its introduction for 2021 through an exciting collaboration with Hilliers and through partner exhibitor Stonebarn Landscapes, has won the RHS Chelsea Flower Show ‘Plant of the Year’ Award 2021. This coveted award only goes to plants of outstanding qualities. The attribute that makes this wonderful plant[...]
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In the wake of COVID, the RHS Chelsea Flower Show has this year been held in September for the first time. Here are a few of the highlights in pictures. If you have enjoyed reading our blog post then why not fill in the form provided to allow us to send you our blog[...]
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Dobies have been supplying seeds to gardeners for over 125 years, and you can trust them to bring you new and exciting varieties to make your gardening easier and more productive. Below are a few of the varieties I have chosen from their new seed range for 2022 that I feel are particularly outstanding. Nasturtium[...]
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What is a Green Manure? Green manures are seeds sown into vacant areas of soil where no crop is required at that time. They can then later be strimmed and dug into the soil to improve fertility and soil structure. They are usually used in vegetable plots, but can also be used in areas where[...]
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The tulip has long been a beloved favourite of mine. Their innate beauty comes at a time of year when many of our garden plants are still dormant. Apart from a true blue, one would be hard pushed to imagine a colour of the rainbow in which their alluring blooms are not available. Their flowers are[...]
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Inimitable Cambridgeshire patio plant breeders the Kerleys really came up trumps with their breeding of the stunning Belarina Primroses and their later Prima Belarina Primroses with larger flowers. Their sumptuous double blooms come at a time of year when most plants have retreated beneath the soil in hibernation. Each of their blooms are like a[...]
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Most people love strawberries, and what a treat to have a delicacy that is part of your five a day. Plants can be propagated from seed, but this usually leads to inferior plants. Propagating from runners is more certain to produce plants that are identical to the mother plant. Most strawberry plants, apart from perpetual[...]
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This, at first glance, may look like our gorgeous native Primrose, but don’t be fooled. This is the superhero of Primrose breeding. A supercharged version that has been released to the market in recent years and is set to take the gardening world by storm. Primrose Everlast retains the beautiful soft yellow blooms of the[...]
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Hyacinths are often thought of as a houseplant for indoor colour from Christmas onwards. Whilst these forced arrangements can provide welcome decoration during a time when there is little garden colour, we must not forget the joy of Hyacinths in the garden, both in borders and containers. These beautiful bulbs burst up through the soil[...]
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Famous rose breeders Meilland have really come up trumps this time with a truly innovative creation. Rose Zepeti is the kind of plant that is a workaholic to earn it’s place in our gardens, with it’s vivid red semi-double blooms. Below are some of the reasons why I think it deserves a spot in your[...]
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Data analysis* from Horticulture.co.uk can reveal that Japanese Gardens are the most-searched-for garden style so far in 2021. The five most searched-for garden styles are as follows: Japanese Herb Modern Cottage Rock The UK-specific Google data shows that thousands of Brits are looking to turn their outdoor gardens into a sanctuary space of calm reflection. The analysis[...]
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Many of us know turnips for their roots, but how many of us know that turnips can be grown for their foliage known as turnip tops or turnip greens? These delicious leaves can be used in our cooking in a similar manner to kale. Sowing Turnips can be sown both in the ground and in[...]
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For the uninitiated I would like to introduce this astonishing series of Salvias that can bring months of colour to your display. Below are some of the reasons I think they are worthy of a place in all our gardens:- Beautiful two-tone flowers, half white and half coloured. The flowers are colour changing, depending on[...]
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You may have seen Cannas used as central dot plants in council bedding planting. However they are invaluable in the garden for their lush architectural foliage and bright, gladioli-like blooms. Their height and their dramatic, large, banana shaped leaves make them perfect for an exotic, jungle style garden. The Tropicanna series is particularly stunning, with[...]
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Most roses are grown for their stunning blooms, and believe me these Incredible Roses posess beauty in spades full. However there is a lot more to this series of roses than meets the eye, it is what meets the taste buds that is of additional interest here. On top of their beauty, each variety in[...]
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What could be more relaxing and provide more pleasure in the garden than a hot tub? Whether it be for family fun, soothing me time or garden parties, the luxury of a garden hot tub can add the perfect space in which to wind down after the stresses and strains of modern life. But why[...]
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When? As a general rule of thumb lawns should be mowed beginning in March and ending in October. This can vary slightly depending on weather conditions. Mild weather in early winter may mean you need to lightly trim your grass a little later. How Often? As a rough guide lawns should be cut twice a[...]
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With what seems to be the gradual demise of the public house, do we really want the only place we can be with our friends and loved ones to be social media? The garden, particularly in the summer months, would seem a great place for those all important social gatherings. There is already a huge[...]
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The Dahlia Maggiore collection will provide a stunning, summer-long display in our gardens with their exotic looking blooms. Below are some of the reasons I think they should be grown by us all:- With a height of 60cm (2’) and a spread of 30cm (12″), these magnificent plants are suited both to our borders and[...]
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Breeders have spent fifteen years crossing Kale with Brussels Sprouts to produce Brassica Petit Posy™, better known as Kalettes®. They make the perfect vegetable for those who are not a fan of sprouts, as the rosettes of frilly edged buttons have a flavour of spring greens. They also possess a similar nutritional value for our[...]
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I am proud to be able to introduce to you an award winning product which I will definitely be using in my garden this year. Natural Grower is an organic, plant based, vegan fertiliser which will help us all to garden in a fashion that is environmentally friendly, a subject close to many of our[...]
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Normally when we think about Clematis we imagine a climbing plant. Clematis New Love however is a herbaceous Clematis with a bush habit. This makes a delightful addition to the herbaceous border or cottage style garden. Below I list some of it’s features and benefits:- Stunning Indigo blooms of a most unusual shape with reflexed[...]
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As soon as I saw this magnificent plant I was blown away by the colour of the opulent blooms and knew I had to write about it. Below are some of the features and benefits of this delightful, easy to grow border Carnation:- Stunning plum purple, double blooms with a depth of colour I have[...]
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Blueberries are one of the easier crops to grow in your garden or allotment and can reward you with a delicious crop. The cost of blueberries in the supermarkets makes the crop all the more welcome in our gardens. They are also a plant for all seasons, providing flowers, then fruit and then stunning autumn[...]
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Japanese Anemones are highly valued in the garden for the fact that they provide late summer colour when most of our perennials are past their best. Once again Thompson & Morgan have come up trumps and introduced to us this stunning and unusual, double flowered variety which looks set to take the gardening world by[...]
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Back in 2018 I was writing about the wonderful Hydrangea Runaway Bride, then newly introduced by Thompson & Morgan, which won the prestigious accolade of RHS Chelsea Flower Show Plant Of The Year. Three years later Thompson & Morgan have pulled it out the bag once more with a pink version of this plant, Hydrangea[...]
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This astonishing new plant is from Thompson & Morgan’s own breeding programme, one that is a world exclusive to them and one that I am excited to introduce to you for the following reasons:- Geranium Tall Dark & Handsome Hot Pink has long stems which can be trained upwards on a trellis, fence or obelisk. [...]
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An increasingly large number of us are required to work from home, and a garden office provides the perfect environment to do so. The Forest Garden Xtend range of buildings provide a modern and comfortable workspace, and the perfect solution to our problems. We often find when working at home that it is difficult[...]
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I am delighted to introduce this stunning breeding by Thompson & Morgan which is currently exclusive to them. It is not just another Petunia, it is a remarkable new form that changes colour daily throughout the season. The blooms are constantly changing from yellow to orange and peach. This fantastic new breeding is perfect for[...]
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Many of us are familiar with the fashionable globe shaped alliums that are planted in autumn as bulbs and bloom in spring and early summer. However, in recent years a newly bred type of allium has begun to become available which is treated more as a herbaceous perennial. Will this become the future of Alliums?[...]
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I am very happy to introduce this scrumptious new breeding in gooseberries which is an excellent addition to the kitchen garden or allotment for the following reasons:- Plump, rounded, juicy fruits with a delicious flavour. Powdery mildew can be a destructive problem when growing gooseberries. These varieties have displayed a remarkable resistance to powdery mildew.[...]
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Here I would like to introduce you to some of the best Geraniums (strictly called Pelargoniums) that have been bred in recent years. They are a little bit special and differ from our traditional Zonal Geraniums. Below are some of the fantastic qualities I see in them:- Delightful bicoloured blooms repeatedly throughout summer when[...]
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White flowers add brightness to the dingiest of corners. Whole borders and even gardens have been based around white flowers against a foliage background of green or grey. The most famous perhaps is the White Garden created by Vita Sackville-West at her home, Sissinghurst Castle in the Weald of Kent in England. In this part[...]
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How Do You Teach Gardening To Children? – Tips For Parents For many parents and their children, gardening is either a fun little hobby that they take up for a while at home or something that the kids will tackle in school for a little while. However, did you know that gardening has so[...]
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I’m proud to introduce to you a world exclusive to Thompson and Morgan in 2021, straight from their own breeding by Charles Valin, the stunning Sweet Pea ‘Three Times As Sweet’. This gorgeous plant is the very first modern Grandiflora tri-colour variety to be on the market, and one that you can be one of[...]
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The Albert Bartlett business began in 1948 selling beetroot. Later Albert and his sons moved to Airdrie, Scotland where they led the way in carrot crops. Albert’s passion for quality produce remains to this day, being a world renowned grower of potatoes throughout the U.K. and in America. Their reputation for excellent varieties has reached[...]
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What can I say? What a stunning and unique new patio plant, and what a must have for our gardens this summer! It may seem an age away that we will be enjoying sunny days in our gardens with all our summer plants around us, but think again. If we don’t get our orders in[...]
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Microgreens are simply young seedlings that can quickly and easily be grown at home. These are said to have great nutritional value, as well as adding flavour, texture and colour to our dishes. A huge number of plants can be grown in a very small area and at minimal cost. They are ideal if you[...]
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