Lavender is a popular UK perennial, and looks wonderful in many garden design styles. Lavender is a wonderful inclusion in your garden. As a popular perennial in the UK, this delicate Mediterranean plant can be found in many gardens, its fragrance lightening the atmosphere wherever it can be found. It is also a [...]

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Ants are an often-misunderstood creature in the garden and are part of the living landscape. Whilst they aerate the soil and help decompose organic matter, their presence can sometimes become a little too prominent. Whether ants are nesting under paving slabs or farming aphids on your blooms, there are natural ways to limit [...]

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There’s something almost magical about the globe-like blooms of alliums, hovering like fireworks above the border. But what happens when your allium plants invest in forming a bud, only for it to never open? I’ve seen this frustrating scenario time and time again. Unlike a bulb, which never blooms, this issue indicates the [...]

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It’s said that the ideal soil for successfully growing many types of plants is free-draining, fertile and moisture-retentive. But not all gardens naturally have optimal soil for most plants. Many who live in new-build houses find the soil is notoriously poor and compacted. However, others may have very sandy soil with low fertility or [...]

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Updated 11/04/25 Clay soils bring many gardeners out in a cold sweat. They have a reputation as back-breaking and impossible to work with. But the truth is that it can be truly brilliant in a garden. Rich They are rich in nutrients and retain plenty of moisture – two important things that plants need to grow [...]

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Updated 03/03/25 Spring is getting ever nearer, and the garden is edging back to life. This is a great month to get edible plants off to a good start. Getting the gardening prep done in March will give you a harvest to be proud of! Sort your garden soil Soil is [...]

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Updated 15/02/25 Forsythias are hardy, robust shrubs. What's more, they offer a delicate explosion of vibrant yellow flowers. This makes them a must-have flower in any Spring Garden. But how best to maintain them? Take a look at my tips for growing and pruning Forsythias. Forsythia [...]

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Autumn or fall is one my favourite times of year in the garden. As the leaves transform and give the garden one last beautiful display of colour. Is it Autumn or Fall? Well, up until the 18th Century Brits us used the term fall. But we switched [...]

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Gardening gives a great platform for reducing waste. Find out some simple ways to reduce waste to benefit health and enhance efforts towards recycling, reusing and being green. Food glorious food One of the best parts about gardening is that it facilitates the full circle of life. Food crops grown [...]

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Make sure you choose the right plants best suited to alkaline or limey soil, for a thriving and healthy garden. What is alkaline soil? Soil is generally classified as alkaline or “sweet” if it has a high pH of more than 7.  The soil is classed as acid if it has [...]

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Hydrangeas are known to play the role of nature’s litmus test, with acidic soil producing blue flowers, and alkaline pink. Find out how to keep your hydrangeas blooms pink with my advice. Check your soil pH The first thing you should aim to do is keep your soil pH higher. To [...]

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Hydrangeas are well known for being affected by whether their soil is acidic or alkaline, nature’s litmus test. But if you would prefer your Hydrangeas to stay blue, there are a few ways you can help them out. Put in the work If the soil in your garden is naturally quite [...]

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There are few things in the garden that are as exciting as sowing seeds. From placing the seed in the soil to waiting for it to grow into a seedling. There is a wonderful sense of joy when the green shoots pop through. I still enjoy that same excitement as I did when I [...]

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These plants are a fan favourite in UK gardens. Their recognisable blooms and scent are a wonderful feature in any garden, and also make beautiful cut flowers. Find out the answers to Google's most-asked-questions about Roses. What are the different rose types? The different types of rose include [...]

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These plants are a striking addition to your garden. Their round blooms draw interest with ease, and the bees love them. Find out the answers to Google's most-asked questions about Agapanthus (African Lilies). Where is Agapanthus native to? Agapanthus has been traced back to a specific area in [...]

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Improving the drainage within your garden makes a huge difference to the overall performance of your plants. It also ensures that during heavy rain, the water will run away from your property and won't gather in as easily in puddles either. One particular type of soil needs our help more than the others [...]

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Taking the time to find out what type of soil you have in your garden is critical to your success as a gardener. Like a chef knowing the difference between gas, electric, ceramic, or induction hobs, and the ways these devices cook food; when you understand your soil, you are on your way to [...]

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Sunflowers are wonderful and happy flowers that you can enjoy in your garden. Easy to grow at any age, and an enjoyable activity for the whole family, make sure you know the answers to Google's questions about sunflowers. Are Sunflowers annuals, biennials, or perennials? Sunflowers are available as [...]

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These plants are a truly wonderful addition to your garden borders. Their towering blooms add interest, capture the eye, and are great for pollinators. Find out the answers to Google's most-asked questions about Lupins, and maybe grow your own at home. Where are Lupins native to? There are [...]

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Adding a Hydrangea to your garden is bound to be to your benefit. Available in a number of different and unique varieties, there is an option to suit any garden space. Find out the answers to Google's most-asked questions about Hydrangeas, and maybe grow your own at home. Where [...]

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