Published on 22nd April 2024

Planting acid-loving shrubs in pots isn’t much different from planting them in the ground, but it requires a bit more attention to soil acidity and Read the full article…

Published on 9th April 2024

Maria is one of the longest serving members of the team here at The Plant Market, having initially started working with Stan in 1992 with Read the full article…

Published on 8th April 2024

If you’ve been growing bubs and bedding plants, you’re likely have some spent compost at the end of each growing season. To keep waste to Read the full article…

Published on 12th March 2024

Bright, showy dahlias are a highlight of the late summer garden. You can increase your stock by taking basal cuttings from tubers in spring. Each Read the full article…

Published on 1st March 2024

Karsten is part of The Plant Market team. He’s a big supporter of a sustainable approach to gardening. Read on to find out more. What Read the full article…

Published on 26th February 2024

Gardening with birds in mind is so important these days when small birds are challenged by problems such as climate change, habitat challenges and bird Read the full article…

Published on 7th February 2024

After a career in firefighting, Colin has returned to his first love, and now works with us in the nursery. As a keen hobby horticulturalist Read the full article…

Published on 5th February 2024

Creating a pollinator-friendly garden involves providing a diverse range of plants, habitats, and resources that attract and support pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hoverflies. Here Read the full article…

Published on 23rd January 2024

Placing bird boxes in suitable locations is crucial to attract and provide a safe environment for birds. Different bird species have different preferences for nesting Read the full article…

Published on 11th December 2023

Last year December’s cold snap was devastating for a lot of plants. The heavy rainfall in November followed by a cold snap in December meant Read the full article…