Mr Fothergill's Gardening Advice

Summer may seem like a while away yet, but the cooler months are the perfect time to prepare your garden for blooming many months ahead. Though sowing flower seeds for summer is typically done in ...

Everlastings also known as paper daisies have grown in popularity in recent years with both budding gardeners and green thumbs alike. With a variety of common names you may be wondering what fits ...

Hippeastrum, also known as amaryllis or ‘hippies’, produce large, trumpet-shaped flowers that will decorate your garden space beautifully. They’re relatively simple flower bulbs to grow, so they ar...

Frost Proof Your Garden Frost is a natural part of the seasons, and while it can look quite beautiful on brisk early mornings, it can also wreak havoc on some of your plants! Keep these top tips i...

Coco fibre is taking the gardening world by storm—and with good reason! It’s an environmentally friendly, plant-loving material that’s as versatile as it is sustainable, and it’s used within a w...

Exploring the Different Types of Strawberries Understandably strawberries are one of the most popular fruits to grow from home, you really can't beat a home grown strawberry for their freshness ...

Exploring the Different Types of Berry Canes There really is nothing better than harvesting from your own delicious Berry Canes directly from your own garden or patio. Rich in flavour and vitamins...

Lawn Alternatives: Never Mow Your Yard Again! Reclaim your weekends and say goodbye to endless mowing. No mow gardens aren’t new but are certainly popular right now and for good reason. They are l...

Layering Bulbs – Lasagna Gardening    Lasagna is delicious however we aren’t talking about that today. Much like the classic Italian dish, lasagna planting involves layering – only instead of ...

Potatoes are super-versatile and are a staple ingredient of many meals in one form or another, whether boiled, mashed, chipped, roasted, or baked. Freshly dug and lightly boiled with mint, cooled,...

Whether you have a large garden, a few raised beds, or containers on a balcony, succession sowing can help you maximise garden yield and keep your crops coming all season long.

Ever dreamed of harvesting your own fresh berries in Summer? Make that dream a reality with our easy grow guide on how to grow berry canes.

Welcome to winter! It may not be the busiest season in the garden but there is still plenty to plant and gardening jobs to do in the cooler months. In this guide, we’ll help you keep your garden al...

Kids Gardening Activities For Easter! With the Easter school holidays just around the corner why not give the Easter bunny something yummy to munch on! The flora and fauna in the garden are fasc...

If you're short on space or perhaps live in an apartment, you've most likely settled on the idea that you can't have a garden. Well let me introduce you to ‘Container Gardening’ and how you too can...

Mother's Day is just around the corner. Give the special mother figures in your life the gift that keeps on growing. Check out our Growing Gift Guide for ideas!

Zucchini seeds are quick and easy-to-grow vegetable seeds, perfect for all vegetable patches. Famed for their large harvests, if you know how to grow squash, then zucchinis (or courgettes as they a...

Grow Fresh, Edible Plants in Your Kitchen with Self-Watering Mason Jars If you’ve ever wanted to grow your own herbs or strawberries but struggled with watering schedules or limited space, we have...

Buying gifts for employees, clients, and business partners can be a minefield. What can you get that is appropriate, suits everyone, and will actually be used and enjoyed? Everyone loves spending ...

This Christmas, share the joy of nature with great gardening gifts that keep giving! Our carefully selected Christmas gift ideas for garden lovers offer something unique for everyone—whether you’re...

If you have indoor plants, you have likely encountered mealybugs before. These tiny insects make their home on your plants and can be commonly found in homes and greenhouses due to their adversity...

A simple yet effective way of growing a large group of crops and minimising the risk of pests and disease from spreading through your veg patch. Crop rotation comes with many benefits for your plan...