December isn’t a great time for planting, so think about sowing some seeds, planning for next year or pampering your houseplants instead.
Category: Garden centre

Hambrooks on Houseplants
Houseplants have come into and gone out of fashion many times over the years, and the plants we choose to grow has changed too. Here is our general guide to choosing the right plant for you.

Gifts for non-gardeners
Our Garden Centre has some lovely gifts that even people who don’t have a garden will enjoy. For a range of budgets, here’s our round-up.

Stocking fillers and secret Santas
Looking for some budget-friendly gift ideas for gardeners? We’ve picked some lovely things for under £10 we’d love to receive this year.

Seven great uses for gravel or chippings in your garden
Decorative aggregates – commonly known as gravel or stone chippings – have multiple uses in every garden. Here are our recommendations.

The benefits of ground cover plants
Ground cover plants are versatile and hardy but often under-rated. Here are six great reasons you should think again about ground cover.

How to plant a tree or shrub
Autumn is a great time to plant new trees or shrubs. Here’s our quick guide on how to do that to give them the best start in your garden.

Time to think again about conifers
National Conifer Week is an ideal occasion to spotlight the remarkable attributes of conifers in our gardens.

All about patio roses
What is a patio rose (compared to any other type of rose) and why are they so versatile? We explore why we love them so much.

What to plant in August – Hydrangea and Hibiscus
Two of our favourite plants – Hydrangea and hardy Hibiscus – are looking amazing now. Here’s what makes them both such great garden plants.