As the garden settles into autumn, Crab Apples (Malus) shine with a second season of beauty. While well-loved for their abundant spring blossom, many ornamental crab apples also offer a dazzling autumn show, with glossy, jewel-like fruits that persist into winter and support garden wildlife.Among the standout performers is Malus...
As October arrives and the growing season winds down, many gardeners feel the urge to tidy borders and cut everything back neatly. But, when it comes to pruning, timing matters, and in many cases, less is more at this time of year. Read on for our tips to help you...
September’s Garden Gem: Viburnum opulus 'Compactum' As the garden shifts into its autumn mood, Viburnum opulus 'Compactum' steps up as a true seasonal highlight. This compact form of the native guelder rose offers a wonderful combination of elegant structure, subtle seasonal change, and standout berry displays, making it a fantastic...
September is the perfect time to think ahead, specifically, about daffodils... While they’re a classic symbol of spring, with the right selection and planning, you can enjoy daffodil blooms from December all the way to May. That’s six months of cheerful colour, brightening your garden through winter into late spring.For...
🌸 Plant of the Month: Wisteria – The Cascading Charm of May 🌸 As May rolls in with its warm, lengthening days, one plant never fails to capture the hearts (and cameras!) of garden lovers: the wisteria. With its dramatic, cascading blooms in shades of lavender, blue, white, and pink,...
🌱 Monthly Seasonal Task: No Mow May – Give Your Lawn (and Nature) a Break 🌼 May is the month when gardens spring to life—and for once, we’re recommending a little less action. That’s right: it’s time to join the growing movement of No Mow May.Put simply, No Mow May...