It may seem that summer will continue for many weeks to come, which it may well do, but we all need to start to plan our gardens for the autumn, winter and spring seasons. We need to get our orders in with the nurseries to ensure that we secure ourselves the best stock and the[…]
Colourful combinations – Tulips and Wallflowers
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Bulbs, Colourful combinations, Fragrant plants, Ornamental gardening, Spring Aug 15, 2018
Gardening news – The South West’s only RHS Flower Show returns bigger and better for 2018
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Gardening news, RHS flower shows Aug 09, 2018
North Devon is getting ready to welcome a floral extravaganza as the RHS Garden Rosemoor Flower Show returns for its second year from Friday 17 to Sunday 19 August, following the success of its inaugural show in 2017. This year’s Flower Show, sponsored by Atkins Ferrie Wealth Management, will be even bigger and better,[…]
Watering plants in dry spells
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Fruit and veg gardening, Gardening for beginners, Guest post, Ornamental gardening, Summer Aug 07, 2018
Watering plants manually during dry spells is time-consuming as they should be “deep-watered” so the water penetrates to the roots, but is essential to keep them alive and well. Wafting water over the foliage of a plant may make you feel virtuous, but does nothing for the plants! Plants that have been in the garden[…]
Gardening news – Snow White and Jungle Book themed gardens to be on display at Southport Flower Show
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Gardening news Aug 01, 2018
Enchanting garden displays themed around the fairy-tale of Snow White and the timeless classic Jungle Book will be on display at this year’s Southport Flower Show, courtesy of the show’s headline sponsor Everest Home Improvements. The Snow White and Jungle Book display gardens, which tie in with theshow’s ‘Once Upon a Time’ theme, are being[…]
RHS Tatton Park Flower Show 2018 gallery
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Ornamental gardening, RHS flower shows Jul 29, 2018
Yet another wonderful flower show provided by the RHS. So many ideas we can all use to inspire us in our own gardens. If you weren’t able to make it to the show then why not spend a while perusing our gallery. […]
Colchicums – Autumn Crocus
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Autumn, Bulbs, Ornamental gardening Jul 25, 2018
There are not many plants which are ideally planted in July or August, but Colchicums are one of them. Sometimes called Autumn Crocus or Naked Lady, they provide an attractive display in autumn in borders, rough grass or containers, and continue to bloom between September and November for many years to come. They are[…]
Gardening news – Fixing a Hole When the Rain Gets In
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Gardening news, Outdoor living, Special offers Jul 19, 2018
As the summer begins, the garden takes centre stage. We take ourselves away from the cover of our homes and step out into our backyards. But, just before the barbecues and sun loungers claim their place, the garden needs to be made ‘summer-ready’. A harsh winter can really take its toll on the garden and[…]
RHS Hampton Court Flower Show 2018 gallery
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Garden design, Gardening news, RHS flower shows Jul 10, 2018
We all need inspiration for our own gardens. Maybe you will see the ideal feature for your garden by viewing the following gallery of pictures of the gardens at Hampton Court Flower Show 2018. All images copyright RHS If you would like to visit any of the RHS Flower Shows then why not book[…]
Gardening news – Alight here for the Bus Stop Boulevard at RHS Flower Show Tatton Park 2018 (18 – 22 July)
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Garden design, Gardening news, RHS flower shows Jul 10, 2018
• Popular 25m streetscape returns for second year, featuring Bus Stops created by designers and communities across Greater Manchester • Designs championing hope, vital green spaces and the Manchester Bee • Greened up Bus Stops aim to inspire visitors to get growing and celebrate different cultures and communities The Bus Stop Boulevard, a customised street[…]
The scented night time garden
By Mark - Garden for Pleasure Fragrant plants, Garden design, General Gardening, Guest post, Ornamental gardening Jul 02, 2018
Some plants emit their fragrance at night. These fragrances are generally intense, even memorable, in the darkness adding both simplicity and mystery to the experience. In practical terms the main night-pollinators in the UK are moths. These insects are attracted by scent at the ‘sweet’ end of the fragrance spectrum. The ‘night-time plants’ therefore[…]