Discover how growing blueberries in a container provides delicious fruit, autumnal colour and seasonal interest. There’s something wonderful about growing your own fruit, especially when it can be enjoyed in a delicious homemade dessert. If you love apple crumble, why not try adding some freshly picked blueberries? Growing blueberries in [...]

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Welcome to my monthly newsletter, featuring gardening advice, latest prize draws, video updates and more. Make the Most of October Hi there, October brings a real change of atmosphere to the garden. Autumn colour is taking centre stage, leaves are falling, and cooler nights are a reminder that [...]

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Create a calm minimalist garden with structure, repetition, purposeful planting, wildlife value and year-round interest. There’s something wonderfully calming and restful about a modern minimalist garden. Clean lines, simple shapes, breathing space and a carefully chosen planting scheme can make the whole design look effortlessly stylish. Some people might think minimalist means a dull, [...]

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Discover ten plants bringing flowers, foliage, berries and autumn colour to gardens in October 2026. October is upon us and, although the year is fast drawing to a close, the garden can remain far from dull. In October 2026, these ten plants can bring autumn colour and cheer to your patch.  1. Heuchera [...]

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Welcome to my monthly newsletter, featuring gardening advice, latest prize draws, video updates and more. Make the Most of Your Garden This September Hi there, September brings a welcome change of pace in the garden. After such a hot and dry summer, the return of cooler conditions and some much-needed rain will [...]

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Grow simple crops with children for fresh, home-grown additions to a healthy school lunch box. There’s something wonderfully wholesome about growing food with children. It doesn’t have to involve a huge vegetable plot, complicated growing techniques or hours spent digging. In fact, some of the best crops for getting children interested in gardening are [...]

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Discover ten standout plants bringing flowers, foliage and vibrant colour to gardens in September 2026. September is the month when a surprising number of plants start to produce brightly coloured flowers. They take advantage of the late-season sun and mild conditions. Colour can also be found in the leaves of certain trees and shrubs [...]

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Welcome to my monthly newsletter, featuring gardening advice, latest prize draws, video updates and more. August in the Garden Hi there, August is a lovely month to enjoy everything your garden has built up over the summer months. Dahlias and other late-summer flowers are thriving, crops are ready to harvest, and there [...]

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Discover plants that garnish summer drinks with fresh herbs, edible flowers, fruit and fragrant foliage. Late summer is one of the most rewarding times to spend in the garden. Flower borders are brimming with colour, herbs are at their most fragrant, and the days often remain warm. As the evenings stretch lazily into dusk, [...]

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Discover ten drought-tolerant plants bringing colour, texture and wildlife value to gardens in August 2026. The holiday season is upon us, and as the continuing run of sun and no rain continues, here are ten of the best plants. They will not only delight with their flowers at this time of year, but also [...]

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Welcome to my monthly newsletter, featuring gardening advice, latest prize draws, video updates and more. Enjoy Your Garden this July Hi there, July brings some wonderful garden colour, along with ripening fruit, productive vegetable plots, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the summer sunshine. It's been a particularly hot and dry summer [...]

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Choose plants for screening in pots to add privacy, structure and greenery to outdoor spaces. Whether you're looking to create a little privacy from neighbours, plants grown in containers can be a simple and stylish solution. They can also soften an overlooked patio or divide your outdoor space into cosy “garden rooms”. The beauty [...]

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Discover ten standout plants for July 2026, bringing colour, texture, wildlife and seasonal interest outdoors. July can be a floral sensory feast in the garden, with summer borders and containers in full flower. For July 2026, here is my top ten selection for this month.  1. Scabiosa caucasia 'Miss Willmott' (Scabious) These [...]

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Welcome to my monthly newsletter, featuring gardening advice, latest prize draws, video updates and more. June Garden Inspiration Hi there, June brings a great deal to enjoy in the garden. Long days, fuller planting, and the first real signs of sumer all make it a rewarding time to step outside and see [...]

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Cut flowers grow beautifully in containers, bringing colour, scent, and homegrown bouquets to small spaces. Growing cut flowers in containers is a fantastic way to enjoy colourful flowers in smaller gardens, patios, balconies and courtyards. With the right flowers and containers, you can create a productive cutting garden. It can provide fresh bouquets throughout [...]

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June 2026 brings gardens alive with colour, scent, longer evenings, and beautiful seasonal planting choices. June is the month gardeners most look forward to. This month, many flowering plants burst open en masse, filling the garden with colour and scent. It’s also the month of the longest day of the year. That brings plenty [...]

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Welcome to my monthly newsletter, featuring gardening advice, latest prize draws, video updates and more. In the Garden This May Hi there, The garden changes so quickly in May. A single week can bring fresh blossom, new foliage, and before long, your entire garden begins to take on a fuller, richer look. [...]

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Create a thriving new build garden with resilient plants, budget-friendly ideas and practical soil advice. Starting a garden in a new build property can feel daunting, especially when the soil has been disturbed during construction. The soil is often compacted, low in nutrients, and sometimes full of rubble left behind by builders. However, creating [...]

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Discover beautiful plants bringing colour, texture and seasonal charm to our gardens in May 2026. Ah, the darling buds of May 2026! It’s that time of year when flower buds appear everywhere on trees, shrubs and flowering perennials. Many plants that slumbered over winter have now woken up and sprung well and truly back [...]

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Welcome to my monthly newsletter, featuring gardening advice, latest prize draws, video updates and more. Your Garden in April Hi there, April is a particularly exciting month in the garden. Growth is gathering pace, blossom is putting on a wonderful show, and borders are filling with fresh colour and texture. It is [...]

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