Inspiration and Advice from Garden Shopping….

17/07/2022

5 things to do in the garden now……

It’s time to get your garden in shape. Here’s what to do now to plan, plant and maintain your garden so it looks good all summer long.The sun’s out and you want to spend every last waking moment outside. You take a wander to see what needs doing out there and suddenly the list you imagined in your head got a lot longer. Perhaps you plan to start your no dig gardening veg patch or are wondering how to make a small garden into a flower haven. The trick is... Read More

Lily Wooden Foot Stool 38cm (15in).

This footstool complements all of the seats in the Lily range. Sitting neatly in front of the single, double or rocking seat, it provides the perfect accessory for resting gardeners. Specifications Height: 38cm Width: 58cm Depth: 51cm Weight: 7.5kg Features Stylish design Made from high quality, pressure treated timber Suitable for any outdoor space Please Note: Product arrives flat packed and will need assembling.

30/06/2022

Gardening in July…..

Transplant your winter/spring flowering seedlings into modular seed trays, or growing on pots to keep them tidy and healthy. Dead-head bedding plants, shrubs (especially roses) and perennials to encourage further flowering. Use a spray of potassium bicarbonate on roses to control rust, black spot or mildew if you notice any symptoms. Sow Alyssum Saxatile ‘Golden Queen’, Campanula seeds, Coreopsis ‘Mardi Gras’, Delphinium ‘ magic fountains Mix and Pyrethrum seeds this month. Sow biennial foxglove seeds and Sweet William ‘Perfume Mix’ for planting out in autumn. Apply liquid feed to perennial plants now to encourage a... Read More

25/06/2022

Gardening Jobs To Do Now…..

5 Gardening Jobs to do now…. 1. Continue to feed and water pots “As well as an immediate benefit, feeding and watering pots around this time will mean you can enjoy extended flowering well into the autumn. “People tend to neglect their pots around this time of year or assume that, when it begins to rain more as we head toward autumn, their potted plants are automatically watered. However, the water tends to just run off. “A good soak, at least once a week, is better than a dribble every... Read More

22/06/2022

10 easy gardening jobs to prepare for autumn

1. Continue to feed and water pots “As well as an immediate benefit, feeding and watering pots around this time will mean you can enjoy extended flowering well into the autumn. “People tend to neglect their pots around this time of year or assume that, when it begins to rain more as we head toward autumn, their potted plants are automatically watered. However, the water tends to just run off. “A good soak, at least once a week, is better than a dribble every day.” 2. Tidy up perennials “Tidying up perennials... Read More

28/05/2022

School Gardening….

Thinking of starting a School Gardening Club or already have one? These Raised Beds can be ideal for school projects, check them ALL out and purchase direct from our website at www.garden-shopping.co.uk

20/05/2022

SUMMERS COMING…..

Summer’s on its way…..As bulbs fade and herbaceous borders grow in leaps and bounds, it is now clear that summer is approaching. Sowing and planting out bedding can begin, depending on regional weather variations, and you can take softwood cuttings. It’s also time to get back into the lawn mowing regime, as the lawn will be loving the warmer temperatures this month brings. For lots of Great Gardening Products visit our website at www.garden-shopping.co.uk and get FREE UK DELIVERY on most products.

30/04/2022

Garden Seating.

Why not tidy and refresh your garden this summer with some new garden seating. Lots of designs to choose from to create a natural and modern look to your garden. Ideal for relaxing or BBQ times with friends…..