David’s Blog
A guide to forest bathing (or Shinrin-yoku)
Forest bathing, or Shinrin-yoku is a form of therapy that involves immersing yourself in [...]
Seeds to sow in February
We are one step closer to spring, but this month there is plenty you [...]
A guide to crop rotation in your vegetable garden
Using crop rotation in your vegetable garden is vital to grow the best crops [...]
Growing fruit and veg in hanging baskets
Space-saving while growing is all the rage right now. After [...]
Growing pampas grass in your garden
Pampas grass has seen a resurgence in the past few years, with people [...]
Fabulous ferns for your garden
The fantastic foliage of ferns gives real textural interest to any garden space. These [...]
10 highs and lows of being a gardener – and how to avoid the lows
We all have that perfect garden dream: lazing on a sun lounger, gazing at [...]
How to grow your own poppies
When we think of poppies, we most likely think of Papaver rhoeas (field [...]
Guide to growing pansies in your garden
Pansies are sure to bring a burst of colour to your garden, and by [...]
Top 10 roses for Valentine’s Day (and beyond)
There are so many rose varieties to choose from, it can seem overwhelming. So, [...]
5 fascinating facts about flowers for Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is one of the biggest days of the year for buying [...]
Valentine’s Day: The top 5 romantic flowers for Valentine’s gifts
Gifting flowers to a loved one is a long-standing tradition on Valentine’s Day [...]
Top ten houseplant hacks and tips everyone should know
If your indoor garden is filling up or you are just getting started with [...]
Top ten houseplant solutions for smaller spaces
Houseplants can bring joy to any home type, whether you have a city flat [...]
Grow your own celeriac
You may not have heard of celeriac, and you’ll be forgiven for getting it [...]
World Wetlands Day 2021
World Wetlands Day takes place on Tuesday 2nd February, with the purpose to raise [...]
