We are a nation of rose lovers; so much so that, in 2017, the rose was voted Britain’s favourite flower! Containerised rose plants tend to be sold in large, deep containers because of their deep tap root, which often makes them expensive to buy. However, there's a way of acquiring [...]

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Itchy eyes, a tickly nose, and constant sneezing. Hay fever’s back with a vengeance, and as many as 37% of people have developed symptoms for the first time in the last five years. Low Pollen Plants Luckily, you have a rich choice of gorgeous low-to-no pollen plants. So, just because [...]

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Colour plays such a key role in our gardens. Whether it’s the lush greens of foliage our lawns, a dazzling display of blue, red, orange, yellow, pink, purple, or white flowers. Colour in the garden lifts our mood. In fact, studies have shown that colours can improve our mood, and attention, as well [...]

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Shaded walls can be seen as problematic for the gardener, but the good news is that a bare, unplanted, dark wall can be easily transformed overnight. It can become a green haven by planting a selection of shade-loving shrubs and climbers! Climbers Self-Clinging Some climbers need no support at all [...]

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