Graham Rice discusses cultural matters and recommends familiar and unusual varieties of hardy annuals and looks at summer and autumn sowing.
Grab some Black Friday 2015 plant and seed bargains with Thompson and Morgan on 27th November 2015.
Advice is given throughout on sowing seeds needing artificial heat for successful germination. However, there are a number of aspects of this fascinating branch of plant propagation best summarised here.
Spider mites can spread rapidly and damage a wide range of greenery, particularly indoor plants. Here's how you can recognise and limit the damage they do.
If you are looking to get a new greenhouse but not sure where to locate it, use our handy guide to help find the answers.
New to gardening? It can all seem a little too much. So we have a guide to help you find the tools you will need to start up gardening NOW
Are cats a problem in your garden? Read our guide on deterring them from coming in, and minimising the damage they can do to your lawn and plants.
Battling against snails in your garden? Follow our tips to limit the damage they do and minimise their presence in the garden.
You don't need an allotment to grow your vegetables. View our 'How To' vegetable gardening guides to learn how to grow some of your favourite garden vegetables.
Andrew's been on holiday, but his garden and plot are still looking pretty good. Read the latest news on his progress here.
The Fuchsia Festival 2015 celebrates all things fuchsia with a range of information including new varieties, fuchsia growing tips and so much more!
Home grown vegetables are rich in healthy vitamins and minerals. Find out from our vegetable nutrition guide which vegetables contain which vitamins and minerals and useful tips on how to maximise these vitamins and minerals when growing.
Plant up a fountain of colour in a sturdy three tiered planter. Watch this easy to follow instructional video on our to put together the three tiered planter
If you have been supplied with a substituted version of Thompson and Morgan's irrigation kit, follow our simple instructions to get the best from your new watering system. This new kit has all of the same benefits of the original kit and is even easier to set up.
Our range of leaf blowers and garden vacs is explained in this article. Shop Now for the best deal.
Find out how to prevent blackleg in your garden. Blackleg is caused by a micro-organism which is spread by using unwashed pots/trays or tools.
Learn how to water your plants by using a drip irrigation system. Our video guide shows you how to set up and use an automatic watering system.
Richard Hope, winner of this year's Thompson and Morgan Tallest Sunflower Competition, gives us his top tips for growing sunflowers.
Ian Hodgson adds a postscript to his series on seed sowing for beginners. It's easy to think that once seeds have germinated that most of the hard work is over. Whilst this is true in part, seedlings are at their most vulnerable during the first few days of life and are very sensitive to sudden…
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Michael Perry, Thompson and Morgan's New Product Development Manager, shares his top 5 fuchsia plants, available from Thompson and Morgan.
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Pruning buddleja is easy, providing you know which type you have – different varieties are cut back at different times of the year. Learn when and how to prune your buddleja here.
Lawn edging can make a difference to the look of your garden and help to keep your lawn tidy. Read about the different types of lawn edging in our guide
This week Michael Perry gives an update on his garden - he's been away a lot and it's turned into a bit of a jungle! Still looks fabulous though...
We've picked our top six gardening videos for beginners to help you get the best from your garden. Even the most seasoned grower was once a beginner gardener.
Our new bird care range, now has a guide explaining which plants are best for birds. With bird feed and plants we have everything birds need
In his blog this week Michael Perry talks about fragrant flowers, including some old favourites and some slightly more unusual plants.
Gardening hints and tips from Thompson and Morgan's expert horticulturalist, Andrew Tokely. Visit this page every month for regular updates on what to do in your garden.
Tawny mining bees are largely harmless, but can cause unsightly damage to lawns. Here's how to respond to their presence in your garden.
Save time watering your garden by using an automatic irrigation system! Our video shows you how.
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