These holidays, check out our ideas for back-to-nature activities both you and the children will enjoy.
Gardening
Deadheading – Rose Bush Care
One of the simplest yet most effective ways to keep your rose bushes looking their best is through deadheading—the practice of removing spent flowers.
How to Set Up a Greenhouse
A greenhouse is a fantastic way to extend your growing season, protect plants from harsh weather, and cultivate a variety of crops year-round.
Quinces – From Tree To Paste
Quinces are great for eating raw, but they are just amazing in jellies and chutneys. Quince trees are hardy and deciduous and grow in many climates.
Seriously Sedum – Late Summer Stunners
From late February well into autumn, sedum produces large, dense, pink flower heads that perch on thick, upright, grey-green stems.
Sow a Salad Garden Now!
There’s still plenty of time to create a fresh salad garden that will produce a harvest within 8 weeks or earlier!
COMP CLOSED | Book Giveaway | Horti-Curious
We are very pleased to be giving away two copies of Ann Treneman's book, 'Horti-Curious', to our GrownUps members.
Red is for Christmas – Plants that Promise Festive Colour!
Poinsettia are not the only living colour in December. If you’re after something a little more original this Christmas, we have some suggestions to whet your appetite.
Bringing the Outdoors In
If you’re looking to add a bit of nature to your home without the hassle of an outdoor garden, indoor plants are a brilliant option.
13 Ways to Reuse Coffee Grinds
There are, in fact, many uses for coffee grounds: from in the garden to facial treatments!