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Low Maintenance Evergreen Planting

Low Maintenance Evergreen Planting

Low maintenance Evergreen planting is being showcased on the RHS website this June, and is something I am frequently asked to supply. Link below to the RHS page where they talk about a selection of RHS award winning varieties and how they could fit into your garden.
12.06.25 09:06 PM
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Year Long Blooms - Low Prices - Plant Now En-masse

Year Long Blooms - Low Prices - Plant Now En-masse

Geraniums as I know them here in the UK are actually Pelargoniums. They were introduced from South Africa in the 17th century. Grow them in pots if you intend to keep them over Winter or plant them straight into your beds as annuals for elegant blooms lasting all year long until frosts hit late in t...

28.04.25 06:03 PM
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Did You Know? Today, We Have Nearly 14 Hours of Daylight.

Did You Know? Today, We Have Nearly 14 Hours of Daylight.

In a city like London, where life moves at 100mph, there’s something powerfully calming about digging your hands into soil, pruning a plant, or just sitting in a green space and watching the world grow.
20.04.25 05:16 PM
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Easter on the South Downs, stay overnight on Sunday for less than £70

Easter on the South Downs, stay overnight on Sunday for less than £70

My room cost £62! Get down to the coast from London in just over an hour, less than £15 with a rail card. I'm staying at the simple 3* Chatsworth Hotel. It's comfortable, clean and has 1807 charm. It's quiet, the beach is opposite, the south downs beckon for exploring and hiking, flora and fauna awa...

20.04.25 11:12 AM
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Easter Bank Holiday 2025 – Garden Escapes for S.W London

Easter Bank Holiday 2025 – Garden Escapes for S.W London

The Easter break is here and with a long weekend off, it’s the perfect excuse to enjoy some fresh air, blooming spaces, and a little outdoor inspiration—whether you’re heading out or staying close to home.
15.04.25 04:47 PM
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