Whether you are looking for stocking fillers or a gift for the gardening connoisseur, we’ve got just the product for you to give to friends and loved ones this Christmas. So if you are racking your brains, take some inspiration from the suggestions below. Grow Your Own Grand Seed Kit The experts at Garden Pack,[...]
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A home filled with the fresh pine fragrance of a real Christmas tree is a treat not to be missed. It is something that an artificial Christmas tree can never replace. With the deals we have chosen for you below the trees will be delivered directly to you, saving time and effort without forsaking the[...]
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World of Roses are selling a range of roses curated by Harkness Roses alongside the RSPB which are all ideal for our vital pollinators. Pollination and the plants such as the roses that provide the pollen, are crucial in the eco-system. The transfer of pollen from flower to flower fertilises the flowers and causes them[...]
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Colour Chart Garden Trend Viva la Vida With all the ongoing crises in the world, we feel the need to celebrate life and take a break from all the misery and negativity. And that is precisely what the ‘Viva la Vida’ garden trend is all about. It is a trend full of cheerfulness, passion, expression[...]
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Each year a rose is awarded Rose of the Year. The Award is given by Roses U.K. after rigorous testing in diverse locations throughout Britain. Trials assess the plant for two years. Trial categories include flower and form, colour and novelty, fragrance, plant health and easy maintenance. Revered German rose breeder Kordes have really come[...]
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Choose white if you want something different. White may not be an official colour, but it will give your garden a calm and pure look. If you alternate shades of white with different types of bulbs and greenery in your garden, you will create a perfect sense of harmony. Pure and natural White flowers symbolise[...]
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It’s that time of the year again: time to plant flower bulbs. If you turn the planting into a fun event, you will be finished in no time. Pick a nice day with some glorious autumn sunshine, and ask someone to help. You can turn planting into a real garden party with your partner, neighbours,[...]
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If you want to contribute to a better climate and more biodiversity, replace slabs with greenery! Roses are perfectly suited for this purpose. They will brighten up your façade or garden, and even better: you can do your bit for the living environment. Colour and fragrance Climbing roses need only a very modest soil area;[...]
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Allium has been awarded Flower Bulb of the Year 2023. And not without reason! This majestic and imposing flower combines beautifully with other bulbs and perennials in the garden. What’s more, Alliums are a trusty friend to bees and butterflies. They are not only beautiful, but also good for biodiversity. From small to grand There’s[...]
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Birthdays are often a joyous occasion to celebrate with friends and family, but I find it becomes increasingly difficult to come up with something nice as a gift. What could be a more thoughtful present than a rose for the loved one who is either an aspiring or an experienced gardener. Below are some of[...]
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The future of the planet and it’s inhabitants rests upon us planting more trees, both to support wildlife and in the crucial endeavour of fighting climate change. Did you realise that one in ten species of wildlife currently face extinction. Each new tree planted creates homes for over 130 species of wildlife. Unless we continue[...]
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It’s never too early to be planning your garden displays for next spring. Although Tulips should not be planted until the soil is cold in the autumn, some of the bulbs will be delivered in August, and you need to get your orders in before the cream of the crop has all gone. This is[...]
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Unfortunately, we have all felt the consequences of summers that are drier more often and for longer. Watering the garden becomes almost inevitable if we want to keep it looking good. Needless to say, all garden plants love a splash of water when it’s dry, but some plants can handle drought better than others. With[...]
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Many of you will know Sarah Raven for her writing and television appearances. She is an inspirational gardener who tests many of her plants out in her garden at Perch Hill before they are allowed to be sold from her online nursery. She is also a sublime flower arranger and has made the cutting garden[...]
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Saving the bee population is a subject close to my and most gardener’s hearts. 35 species of the UK bees currently face extinction. Our gardens and the way we garden are a vital step towards turning around the fortunes of the bees. But, that said, it would be difficult for us gardeners to achieve this[...]
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Ensure you receive the cream of the crop and the best varieties, in the top sizes of bulbs to ensure good flowering, by ordering your bulbs now, in advance of others. It is my pleasure to be able to showcase to you the latest breeding in daffodils that you can be growing in your garden. [...]
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It may seem slightly odd to be singing the praises of an autumn planting bulb at this time of year when they will not be delivered until the autumn and should not be planted until the colder weather arrives. However, the reasons for doing so are to ensure you think about planting these amazing bulbs[...]
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Nothing brings drama to the garden more than the statuesque Echiums. Their towering summer blooms will attract enquiries from all who lay eyes upon them as to their identity and where they can get seeds. Perhaps not the best choice for my Scottish readers, but hardier than you may think, Echium Candicans will stand temperatures[...]
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The RHS Chelsea Flower Show is the horticultural event of the year and roses are an absolute staple ingredient of the show. We have the privilege at Gardenforpleasure.co.uk to have partnered with the iconic Harkness Roses to bring you, not only pictures of some of the roses that have featured at the show over the[...]
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Campanula is an easy-going plant that flowers profusely with cheerful bell flowers. It’s a must-have for your garden! Here is another advantage: Campanula is a perennial, so you will be able to enjoy a sea of flowers year after year. Campanula lactiflora Loddon Anna Blue flowers If you love having blue flowers in your garden,[...]
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There are many online businesses selling seeds, but every now and then you get one that comes up with something innovative, new and special, and Stocks and Green are one such business. For some years the online retailers have been putting together collections of bulbs that will flower at the same time and will look[...]
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When I first laid eyes upon this gorgeous rose I was intrigued by it’s fascinating, intricate petal formation and was compelled to show it to my readers. It is a rose with some enviable attributes as follows:- Lovely shell pink blooms of an unusual form. The flowers are borne in clusters of up to eight[...]
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What better way to celebrate the coronation of King Charles in 2023 for many years to come than to plant a rose in commemoration of the event? This King Charles Coronation Rose has been named in honour of him by the world famous Harkness Roses. And how fitting it is to name a rose for[...]
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Concerns about climate change and its consequences make us increasingly aware that nature is an awe-inspiring part of our lives. There is a sense of urgency because we understand that if we save the earth, we will also save ourselves. Not only does this create a sense of necessity, it also makes us more willing[...]
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This delightful Azalea has taken 18 years to breed. Most of us know the beautiful Azaleas that we see in gardens of historic houses, and there are some beautiful varieties that are very garden-worthy, but Azalea Starstyle is, as with most plants that I try to bring you, just that little bit special[...]
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The colourful dahlia is a must-have in your picking garden. With their different shapes, colours and flowering heights, dahlias generate a real colour explosion. The best-known variety is perhaps the pale pink ‘Café au Lait’ dahlia. But if you really want to make colours pop, there are plenty of special dahlias to be found, from[...]
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Are you looking for some company from happily fluttering butterflies and softly humming bees on your balcony or in your garden on a sunny summer day? Let’s create a snackbar for insects with blooming summer bulbs. With their nectar and pollen, many summer bulbs are perfect as snacking flowers. They increase biodiversity. What’s more, they[...]
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What more thoughtful gift could you think of to give than a beautiful rose that you can personalise with a name to celebrate the occasion of your choice? Perhaps you know someone who has a special birthday coming up. Maybe you want to give a rose to someone who has experienced a berievement, to commemorate[...]
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The much loved Orchid Festival at Kew Gardens 2023 was a joy to behold. What a treat to visit a garden in February and have such gorgeous flowers on show. It was truly a sight for sore eyes. This years display in the Princess of Wales Conservatory at Kew took inspiration from the amazing beauty[...]
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All lilies are beautiful, but this breeding is all about making them bigger, better and even more beautiful. These resplendent plants tower above other varieties, up to 5-7ft/150-215cm in maturity, looking down on previous varieties. Below I have listed some of their benefits:- Their tall stems (1.25m/4ft in their first year, increasing with age) make[...]
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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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Harkness Roses are one of the great British rose breeders and growers whose business dates as far back as 1879. They have bred many roses of great distinction, including several from which a percentge of the profits are donated to worthy charities at no extra cost to the purchaser. Rose Born Free is a fine[...]
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This strange curiosity is still a thing of great beauty to me. Ferraria Crispa’s exotic appearance is not deceiving as it is not hardy in our U.K winters and is therefore best grown in a pot to be moved to more favourable conditions. From the small corms arise fleshy, sword-like leaves in early summer, closely[...]
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Peonies are one of my favourite flowers for the herbaceous or mixed border, but they also make a sumptuous cut flower. The opulent blooms, available in a stunning array of colours and forms, are all the rage in high class bouquets and the wedding flowers of the rich and famous, as well as making a[...]
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