Plant Care

A Beginner's Guide to Pruning Shrubs: When, What and How to Cut

Pruning shrubs is simpler than it looks. Learn which tools to use, when to cut different UK shrubs, and how to make clean cuts that keep...

• September 29, 2026

Best Compost for Containers: Multi-Purpose vs John Innes vs Peat-Free

Multi-purpose, John Innes or peat-free? A practical UK guide to choosing compost for pots, hanging baskets and houseplants, covering...

• September 17, 2026

How to Grow Tomatoes in a UK Greenhouse: A Month-by-Month Guide

A practical month-by-month guide to growing tomatoes under glass in the UK, from sowing in late winter to ripening the last green fruit...

• September 11, 2026