From the monthly archives:

July 2010

How to Execute an Enchanting Summer Garden Party

29 July 2010

Begin your party planning by assessing exactly what you already have: the particular nature of your flowers or vegetables, any special architecture – a gazebo, shack, wicker furniture, fountain, etc and use these pieces for inspiration. Keep your guest list relative to the size of your space, and get ready to relax in your [...]

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Grow your own organic food in a raised bed

28 July 2010

You can grow your own organic food in a raised bed or planter. It doesn’t matter if your garden is large or small this type of garden container enables you to grow anything you like practically anywhere you like!
Raised beds are not a new concept but have become increasingly popular with people across the country. [...]

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Blooming beautiful – Increase your flowers blooming potential

27 July 2010

Beautiful flowers make your garden look fabulous during spring and the summer. A flowerless garden can often look dull and without life or energy. Read this article to find out how you can increase your flowers bloom, encourage more flowers and increase the longevity of your plants bloom.
Watering plants
During a hot summer most gardeners think [...]

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Small Garden Solutions: Outdoor dining and bistro sets

20 July 2010

If you live in a house with a tiny garden or even a flat with a small balcony you can still enjoy dining outside during the warmer months. A Bistro set can be a stylish addition to your patio or courtyard garden which gives you a practical solution for dining or enjoying drinks outdoors. A [...]

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July Gardening Jobs and Greenhouse tasks

13 July 2010

Here is my quick guide to all of the gardening jobs you need to do this month. I have broken it down into simple categories which include greenhouse jobs, fruit and veg tasks, flowers and other small chores around the garden which will keep your garden looking fabulous!
Greenhouse jobs

Repot any plants that are becoming pot [...]

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Prevent birds eating your tomatoes

6 July 2010

Home grown fruit and veg tastes so much better than shop bought produce. In the UK there has been an upsurge in people growing their own fruit and vegetables in their gardens or greenhouses as they grow tired of the poor offerings by the major supermarkets. If you have started growing your own food you [...]

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Why the BBC needs to stop “dumbing down” garden shows

5 July 2010

At Jacks Garden Store we have always been aware that gardening programmes on the BBC have  had a vast number of loyal viewers. Recently Elizabeth Banks the first ever woman president of the Royal Horticultural Society has accused the BBC of “dumbing down” its garden shows such as Gardeners World. Banks went on to express [...]

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Watering your lawn during a drought

2 July 2010

Is your lawn suffering in the drought?
British lawns across the country are looking dry and brown thanks to the current lack of rain and an invasion of bugs.
In some areas hose pipe bans and restrictions have already been put into place meaning that unless you find alternative methods to water your garden your lawn will [...]

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5 of the best spring bulbs

1 July 2010

If you want to garden to look glorious next spring now is the time to start thinking about what spring bulbs you should buy now ready to plant in the autumn. The bulbs can be planted in your flower beds, planters or raised beds ready for the following spring.
Top five spring bulbs.
1. Fritillaria Raddeana
A tall [...]

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