Welcome to your one-stop resource for gardening in March. If you're struggling to carve out time to stay on top of the garden, or just need some help with what to focus on each month, this is a great place to start. You can check out my gardening jobs for every other month in this post. Gardening in March We've made it to spring, which means things are about to get busy in the garden. March is a great month to get ahead with garden ...
Free plants for your garden: how to divide perennials
Do you like the sound of free plants for your garden? Of course you do! This step-by-step-guide to dividing your existing perennial plants shows you how to make new plants for free. Filling gaps in your garden without spending any money Does your garden have holes in it at the moment? Not actual holes in the ground you understand, but holes nonetheless. Are the borders are looking bare, with whacking great patches of soil ...
Tips for protecting plants from frost and cold weather
If you're a bit confused about protecting plants from frost and cold weather, you're not alone! Which plants to protect from cold weather, what temperatures cause damage, and what to use to protect your plants are all things you need to know if you want to avoid losing your precious plants. These tips on how to protect plants in winter will help you take care of your tender plants, so that you can enjoy them again next year. When to ...
Garden activities for kids: 60 fun things to do with kids at home
This list of 60 fun garden activities for kids is perfect for keeping them entertained and active when you're stuck at home. Packed with boredom-busting inspiration, it includes lots of brilliant ideas for fun things to do with kids at home in your garden, or on a walk. Whether it's growing things, crafting, exploring nature, learning about wildlife, or just letting off steam, I've got you covered! I've also included online resources and ...
Easy crafts for kids: fun winter nature crafts and activities
Are you managing to get the kids playing outdoors this winter? These fun winter nature crafts will help you tempt them off the sofa! We don’t really see winter as ideal for spending time outdoors with our children, do we? The days are shorter, the weather is often less than inviting, and it’s hard to motivate ourselves to leave the comfort of a cosy house. But in my experience, children just don’t think this way. As far as my ...
Gardening in January: jobs to tackle this month
Welcome to your one-stop resource for gardening in January. If you always feel like you don’t have enough time for gardening, or just need some guidance on what to focus on each month, this is the series for you! You can check out my garden jobs for every other month in this post. Gardening in January The start of a new year always puts me into planning mode, and the garden is no exception. There's something so uplifting about looking ...
60 inspirational gardening quotes and garden sayings
If you'd like some garden inspiration, there are lots of gardening quotes and sayings to give you a boost. I've rounded up my favourite garden quotes and gardening sayings to lift your spirits and inspire you. We all know how gardening can boost wellbeing, but there are also some funny ones to put a smile on your face. As well as being inspiring, these gardening quotes make great captions for when you're sharing your garden pictures on ...
The Ultimate Garden Lovers Gift Guide: present ideas for different budgets
Collaborative post If you’re searching for the perfect gift to buy for someone who loves their garden, then look no further. Here is Crown Pavilion’s ‘Ultimate Garden Lovers Gift Guide’, providing you with gift inspiration for all budgets. Whether you want to save or splurge they’ve got it covered, with everything from gardening gloves and pizza ovens to exquisite luxury garden rooms. Budget Buys There’s no need to break the bank or ...
Win a £250 National Garden gift voucher with National Children’s Gardening Week
Welcome to an amazing new giveaway :) I'm thrilled to be partnering with National Children's Gardening Week who are offering one lucky reader a £250 National Garden Gift Voucher. What a fantastic prize! Just think what you could use it to buy; lots of lovely new plants, a piece of garden furniture, outdoor storage, some fancy new tools, stylish containers, grow your own equipment.... or perhaps a combination of all of these! Read on to ...
Gardening in December: jobs to tackle this month
Welcome to your one-stop resource for gardening in December. If you always feel like you don’t have enough time for gardening, or just need some guidance on what to focus on each month, this is the series for you! You can check out my garden jobs for every other month in this post. Gardening in December If ever there was a month when the garden takes a back seat, it's December. Christmas prep, bad weather and less daylight all make it ...