Are you wondering what perennials are and how they differ from biennials or even annuals? Where does that leave woody perennials? You’re not alone! Plants are classified into various groups to describe their lifecycle and it can get confusing. The most commonly known plant groups are evergreens [...]
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Charleston House and Gardens are located near the pretty town of Lewes, in the heart of the Sussex countryside. It opened to the public in 1986 under the care of the Charleston Trust after Duncan Grant’s death in 1978. Charleston is well-known as a place the Bloomsbury Group, a group of radical [...]
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Whether you’re a long-term dog owner or you’ve recently welcomed a curious young puppy, you'll want to create a dog friendly garden. We all recognise a safe outdoor space to entertain them is important. But what if you’re green fingered and love your plants – can the garden suit you both? [...]
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Summer is here! Let’s get the garden ready for entertaining. Take A Seat Seating is always first on our garden essentials list when preparing the garden for entertaining. Taking a pew in your garden is one of life’s pleasures whether you’re enjoying a quiet early morning cup of coffee or [...]
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Balcony gardening has become popular and it’s about time! There are many lifeless balconies across the UK in need of greenery, not least because plants improve our mental health and support our struggling pollinators. If you have a balcony or a patio you can create a relaxing, cheerful, and [...]
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If you’re looking for that elusive low maintenance yet still attractive plant let us introduce you to dwarf conifers. No groaning ‘Oh not those petrol station plants’ at the back, please. Dwarf conifers are so much more than problem ground fillers. There are beautiful varieties available and [...]
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