Common Garden Pests
Our gardens are full of all sorts of creatures ranging from larger animals through to insects. As cute as some may be, certain creatures can cause more damage to our gardens than good. This article goes into detail about the most common garden pests and ways to control them. White Cabbage Caterpillar These pests, as … Continue reading “Common Garden Pests”
The Top 10 Summer Flowers
Are you wanting to brighten up your garden this Summer but cannot decide what to plant? Take a look at our guide for the top 10 Summer flowers: 1. Begonias These bushy perennials come in different colours such as white, pink, and red and normally bloom from June through to October. 2. Sunflower As … Continue reading “The Top 10 Summer Flowers”
How to bring the beach to your garden this summer.
While there is yet to be a final announcement, the current public health situation means that it may prove harder than ever to have a seaside holiday this year. However, by transforming your garden, you may be able to bring a small piece of the beach to your home, instead. How to bring the beach … Continue reading “How to bring the beach to your garden this summer.”
Dead or Dormant? How to check the health of your trees.
It is important to always check the health of your trees. Brown leaves, brittle branches, failing to produce fruit and wounds in the trunk are just a few of the signs that your tree may be suffering in silence. More extreme issues can include but are not limited to; a smell of rotten wood and … Continue reading “Dead or Dormant? How to check the health of your trees.”
Invest In Your Garden & Forget About Your Cancelled Holiday!
It’s time to invest in your garden! This past year has been difficult for most people. We have been unable to see our family and friends and have missed out on spending many special occasions together. Travel has also been significantly restricted, resulting in most holidays being cancelled or rearranged. However, that is all starting … Continue reading “Invest In Your Garden & Forget About Your Cancelled Holiday!”
Common Garden Weeds and How Best To Treat Them – Part 2
Following on from our first article in the series, Common Garden Weeds and How Best To Treat Them, and as we continue to experience slightly warmer weather, weeds will be springing up in the garden and need to be dealt with. To try and help you with this task, please see below for a description … Continue reading “Common Garden Weeds and How Best To Treat Them – Part 2”
Is Your Garden Ready For Spring?
We are fast approaching Spring, and we are so excited! It is not long until we are able to have our friends and family back in our gardens, so, is your garden ready for Spring? Here are some of our top tips for this time of year. Clean out your gutters: Guttering can become blocked … Continue reading “Is Your Garden Ready For Spring?”
The Planterra Business Show- Featuring our Landscape Designers!
The Planterra Business Show- Featuring our Landscape Designers! Two of our amazing Landscape Designers, Rebecca and Sam, have been featured on this week’s episode of the Planterra Business Show! As we all know, it is not long until restrictions start to lift and we can start to spend time in our gardens with our family … Continue reading “The Planterra Business Show- Featuring our Landscape Designers!”
Common Garden Weeds and How Best To Treat Them
As we head into spring, and the weather starts to get warmer, your garden will start needing slightly more TLC. Weeding is often one of the first maintenance jobs you need to complete in the spring. One of the first signs of the warmer weather can be the little green shoots of weeds that will … Continue reading “Common Garden Weeds and How Best To Treat Them”
How to Winter Proof Your Garden Buildings- By Jack Noon
Hot to Winter-Proof your Garden Buildings Knowing how to prepare your shed for winter should be one of your main priorities when it comes to getting your property winter-ready. The cold temperatures, frost and snow can cause damage to any outdoor building, including your garden house or shed. In this article, we’ll show you how … Continue reading “How to Winter Proof Your Garden Buildings- By Jack Noon”