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It's officially outdoor season, which means everyone is looking to spruce up their gardens, patios, porches, and yards with the latest chic and comfy trends. But be wary of getting caught up in fads—just because an outdoor trend is pervasive and widespread doesn't mean you necessarily have to hop on the bandwagon, too.

It's hard not to be captivated by the fluttery, fragile beauty of butterflies and moths. But the caterpillars they start from—with a variety of colors, shapes, markings, and armor—can be equally captivating. What caterpillars all have in common is the incredible metamorphosis they undergo on their journey from egg to butterfly or moth.

Do you want an unlimited food supply from your garden? Grow these Best Cut and Come Again Vegetables for a Lot of Harvest!

A former AIB banker-turned-gardener says he feels “like a five-year-old getting presents” after winning a major award as well as a prestigious gold medal at the Chelsea Flower Show in London.

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When decluttering your home, it can be hard to know what to keep and what to toss. While there are some things you shouldn’t worry about letting go, there are others that you may regret throwing out.

By Stacey Kelleher

Say goodbye to pesky gnats and fruit flies using 3 simple ingredients!

We may not think much about the trees outside our homes, but if we heed the words of FDR, who famously said, “Forests are the lungs of our land, purifying the air and giving fresh strength to our people,” it’s time we should. After all, urban forests—the ecosystems that make up our communities, including the trees planted on our residential properties, in parks, and along streets—are vital to our health and the health of the environment.

Did you know that J. Parker’s has three garden centres? Today we’re giving you a quick tour of our Lincolnshire-based garden centre! Our Lincolnshire site was bought by the Parker family in the 1950s when it was spare farmland. This allowed them to grow their own bulbs and be home to our larger warehouse, where orders could be picked, packed, and sent to customers.

Outdoor entertaining season has already started to kick off—if you're wondering what types of trends will be big when it comes to hostingal fresco in 2023, read on for insight from a variety of experts.

As much as we love the burst of color and fresh blooms that annual flowers bring, perennial plants offer a more sustainable and low-maintenance option for a beautiful garden. Here’s a comprehensive list of the Flowers that Come Back Every Year!