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02.09.2024 - 00:18 / gardencentreguide.co.uk / Garden Centre Guide
Is there anything more delightful than the scent of fresh flowers in your garden or on your balcony? With summer just around the corner, it's the perfect time to embrace outdoor living. From warm sunshine to vibrant blooms and the gentle hum of bees, nature is coming alive once more. By introducing fragrant plants into your garden, patio, or balcony, you can create a serene holiday retreat right at home.
There are plants that release their scent when touched, flowers that fill the air with sweet fragrance during the day, and shrubs that emit a captivating aroma in the evening. These aromatic plants are readily available at garden centres and local nurseries near you.
The aroma of roses, lavender, or geraniums can add a new dimension to your garden. Not only will it look beautiful, but it will also smell wonderful. Some species may already be familiar to you, while others might be new discoveries. Visit a local Garden Centre and explore the top 7 fragrant garden plants.
While modern roses often boast extended blooming periods and disease resistance, they sometimes lack the classic rose fragrance. Fortunately, many garden centres offer a vast selection of traditional roses that will infuse your garden with their characteristic scent. At local garden centres and nurseries, you can find various types:
The scent of lavender evokes memories of warm summers and distant holidays. Lavender is perfect for planting in pots on the patio or as a low hedge by the front door. The fragrance is released when the plant is touched, and it retains its grey-green foliage during winter. You can also dry the flowers and use them in scented sachets or as a flavouring in the kitchen. Lavender thrives best in sunny, dry locations.
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Chrysanthemums or mums are a must-have for autumn décor. They are perfect for pairing with pumpkins and gourds, and steal the spotlight with an explosion of blooms in fiery red, orange, and yellow hues that echo the autumn foliage. You’ll also find vibrant pink, lavender, and even white mums to dress up containers and gardens. Mums are easy to care for but require regular watering to keep them flowering for many weeks. How much water plants need and how often you should water mums varies depending on where the plant is growing. Follow these simple tips to determine when to water mums and keep them looking their best all season.
Long flowering plants mean that you can extend your summer colour right through to autumn. And even to the first frosts of winter.
Creating a butterfly garden is a rewarding way to bring vibrant life into your outdoor space while supporting local ecosystems. Butterflies are not only beautiful creatures; they are also crucial pollinators that contribute to the health of plants and flowers. A well-planned butterfly garden can attract various species, turning your backyard into a lively, colourful haven. This guide will walk you through the essential steps to create your own butterfly garden, ensuring you can enjoy the sight of these enchanting insects right near you.
Have you ever thought about installing a pond in your garden? A pond can offer numerous advantages and serves more purposes than just being a decorative feature. Whether you have a spacious garden or a modest area, a pond can be a valuable addition. Here are five reasons why your garden might benefit from having a pond:
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Asters, rudbeckias and heleniums can be glimpsed behind the giant oat grass, Stipa gigantea
Rock gardens are an attractive way of displaying a variety of small plants including alpines, dwarf shrubs and low-growing perennials. They can be adapted to suit any space – an alpine trough, old stone wall or sunny border can all be used to create a form of rock garden. One of the first rock gardens was built at the Chelsea Physic Garden in London in the late 1770s, and they became a popular feature in Victorian and Edwardian gardens, providing a way to display alpine plants from around the world.
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If you plan on setting up an entertainment system in your garden, there are many ways you can go about it, and there are many things to consider to ensure you get the most out of your space.
You've likely heard that burying banana peels in your garden is a good way to add important nutrients to the soil to grow healthy plants. Banana peels do contain nutrients, but not as many as you may think. Plus, it's not as simple as placing them in the soil and skipping fertilizer or compost.