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December Gardening Tips From...

Ooohhhhh …it's nearly here…Christmas! A time for cosy evenings by the fire and...

Looking Out for Hedgehogs...

Hedgehogs are some of the most endearing creatures in our gardens, but winter...

Protecting Your Plants from...

Winter can be a challenging time for gardeners, particularly when wildlife like deer...

Winter Compost: Digging Out...

Winter is an excellent time to dig out your compost heap and spread...
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Dahlia Fact Sheet

🌺 Dahlia Fact Sheet Botanical name: Dahlia spp.Family:...

Forsythia Grow Guide

Forsythia Grow Guide Forsythia is a fast-growing, deciduous...

Magnolia Grow Guide

Magnolia Grow Guide Magnolias are iconic flowering trees and shrubs known for their large, showy blooms and often fragrant flowers. They thrive in a variety of conditions, but proper care ensures healthy growth and abundant flowering. Classification Kingdom: Plantae Clade: Angiosperms Order: Magnoliales Family: Magnoliaceae Genus: Magnolia Choosing the Right Magnolia There are two main types of magnolias: Deciduous Magnolias – These lose their leaves in winter and include species such as Magnolia stellata and Magnolia x soulangeana. They bloom in early spring before the leaves appear. Evergreen Magnolias – Such as Magnolia grandiflora, these retain their glossy leaves year-round...

Prunus cerasifera ‘Nigra’

Common Name: Black Cherry PlumBotanical Name: Prunus cerasifera 'Nigra'Family: RosaceaeHardiness Zone: RHS H5 (Hardy in most of the UK), USDA Zone 4-9Origin: Cultivar of...

Viburnum tinus (Laurustinus)

Local Gardener Grow Guide: Common Name: LaurustinusFamily: AdoxaceaeType: Evergreen shrubHeight: 2-4 meters (6-13 feet)Spread: 2-3 meters (6-10 feet)Hardiness: Hardy in USDA zones 8-10, tolerating...

Syringa (Lilac)

Plant Grow Guide: Syringa (Lilac) Taxonomy Scientific Name: Syringa spp. Family: Oleaceae Common Names: Lilac Origin Native Range: Southeastern Europe to eastern Asia. Plant Type Type: Deciduous shrub or small tree Position Light: Full...

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Chaenomeles, commonly known as flowering quince, is a stunning addition to UK gardens, renowned for its early blooms and decorative fruits. These hardy shrubs...

December-Flowering Camellias: Winter’s...

Camellias are a quintessential feature of UK gardens, celebrated for their elegant blooms, glossy evergreen foliage, and adaptability to a variety of garden styles....

Sedum spectabile: The...

Scientific Update: A New Name for an Old FavoriteSedum spectabile, a beloved perennial for gardeners, now falls under the genus Hylotelephium. Its updated botanical...

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Perennial geraniums, or true geraniums (Geranium spp.), are hardy, long-lasting plants that bring color, structure, and texture to any garden. Known for their low-growing...

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Echinacea, commonly known as coneflower, is a resilient and attractive perennial native to North America. With its daisy-like flowers and distinctive cone-shaped centers, Echinacea...

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Heleniums, commonly known as Sneezeweed, are vibrant, daisy-like perennials that bring bold late-season color to gardens. Known for their fiery hues of yellow, orange,...
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