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As much fun as it is, gardening can also be back-breaking work, so if you have been feeling it in your lower back after all that bending down over your flower beds, you might want to consider giving the no dig method a go. There are benefits to digging, of course, and it’s mainly done […]

We’re finally seeing some lovely warm weather and lots of sunshine this month after one of the wettest Mays on record – so no doubt you’re all out and about in the garden, making the most of it and soaking up some well-earned rays. June is a fantastic month for gardening enthusiasts and there’s a

This is a wonderful time for gardeners and there’s nothing more enjoyable than spending an hour or two out in the fresh air, tending to all your various plants. But it’s also a wonderful time for all those garden pests who suddenly appear to munch on your prized flowers, plants and vegetables! One common little

When it comes to landscaping, the key to ensuring that you’re making the most of your outdoor spaces is zoning – the art of creating different areas based on utility. And the good news is that you can zone your garden relatively easily, no matter how big or small it actually is. Of course, as

A brilliant way of coming up with lots of new ideas for your outdoor spaces is to visit lots of public gardens in your local area and beyond – and very exciting news has just come out of Salford today (May 18th), with the opening of the RHS Garden Bridgewater. The grand opening of the

The merry month of May really is a wonderful time of year, with the weather warming up, the days getting longer and our gardens really and truly coming to life. This is a great opportunity to get out and about in the fresh air and there’s a lot to be getting on with over the

If you’re keen to be as eco-friendly as you possibly can when it comes to your gardening pursuits, you might want to make sure that you check whether the compost you’re using is peat-free or not, as peat is a non-renewable resource and extraction of it for horticulture is unsustainable, damages rare habitats and contributes

Sometimes, when it comes to jobs around the house and in the garden, it’s all about the quick wins. We don’t always have the time we would like to have to dedicate a few days to really revamping our living spaces, but it’s always nice to feel as though we’re achieving something – and even

Getting out and about in the fresh air, tending to the garden each day, is as good for you as regular exercise such as running or cycling – and even just gardening a few times a week leads to better wellbeing and a drop in stress levels. This is according to new research from the

This year’s National Gardening Week is being held between April 26th and May 2nd, intended to encourage more people to discover the delights of growing their own and spending more time immersed in nature – the perfect opportunity for friends and family to spend quality time together, while swapping skills and learning lots. Organised by