As we approach summer, it’s time to think about planting with resilience in mind. Embracing drought-resistant gardening is a vital step in handling climate change, creating a beautiful, low-maintenance space that conserves water, and offering essential biodiversity. These plants are specially adapted to withstand extended dry periods, often featuring characteristics...
Cornus kousa (Japanese/Chinese Dogwood) typically flowers from late spring to early summer, generally in May, June, and sometimes into July. It produces a profusion of white or creamy-white bracts that last for several weeks, often turning pinkish as they mature. Cornus Kousa is a small bushy tree to 7m tall, with...
Creating Beautiful, Bee-Friendly GardensAt Garden Care, we believe a great garden should do more than just look good, it should support the environment too.One of the simplest and most impactful ways to achieve this is by choosing bee-friendly plants. With pollinators under increasing pressure, your outdoor space can play a...
Tree planting and maintenance Not all plants and in this case, trees are drought resistant. During the first 3-5 years of their life, they need lots of encouragement whilst their roots and canopy develop. We were part of a great borough initiative for Native and European species being planted in...