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Pot feet could save your plants from heavy rain this week
We’re in for another week of wet weather, and it’s safe to say our water butts are benefiting from the…
What to do with hydrangeas in February
Looking out at my garden right now, things are looking pretty grey and gloomy. The hydrangeas, in particular, keep catching…
6 brassicas to sow indoors in February – kale, broccoli and more
Brassicas are roast dinner essentials – Brussels sprouts, cabbage, and kale, to name a few. For enhanced flavour, you can…
6 old-fashioned plants making a big comeback in 2026
Trends cycle in and out of fashion, and your garden plants are no exception. So, in case you were wondering,…
Can you plant allium bulbs in February? It depends on the type
As garden retailers gear up for the summer bulb-planting season, there’s one question that’s caught my attention: Can you plant…
8 flower seeds to sow in February for colourful early blooms
February can be a bit of a gloomy month with the weather cold and grey, and the garden lacking in…
How to get rid of garden pests using mushrooms
Garden experts have revealed that mushrooms can make an effective spray to get rid of garden pests, without relying on…
4 fast-growing climbing plants for privacy you can plant now
Looking for fast-growing climbing plants for privacy that you can plant now? We’re still in the dormant season, so it’s…
The garden trends to avoid in 2026, according to experts
What are the garden trends to avoid in 2026? It’s an intriguing question, particularly as most trends have a habit…
Unique bulbs to plant in February – 5 striking picks
Looking to bring variety to your summer planting scheme this year? There are plenty of unique bulbs you can plant…
12 jobs to do in the garden in February for a productive 2026
As the days lengthen and we race towards spring, there are so many jobs to do in the garden in…
8 vegetables to plant under cloches in February
It’s February, but I like to call it the season of the cloche. That’s because there are so many vegetables…