How to Create a Wildlife Friendly Garden For Bugs, Birds and Butterflies
How do you create the perfect wildlife garden to not only bring life into your outdoor spaces but also help save declining numbers?
Plants & Gardening Guides
At Almondsbury Garden Centre, we’re passionate about helping you enjoy gardening, no matter how experienced you are. Our blog is your go-to resource for expert tips, inspiration, and the latest trends in gardening. Read through our expert guides below.
How to Create a Wildlife Friendly Garden For Bugs, Birds and Butterflies
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What Are the Best Pollinator Plants For Bees & Insects?What Are the Best Pollinator Plants For Bees & Insects?
Bees, butterflies, and other pollinators are not only a joy to watch fluttering around the garden — they’re essential to healthy ecosystems. These hardworking insects help plants reproduce, boost biodiversity,...
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Tomato Triumph: A Step-by-Step Guide to Juicy Homegrown TomatoesTomato Triumph: A Step-by-Step Guide to Juicy Homegrown Tomatoes
Sweet, flavour-packed, and surprisingly simple to grow with a little know-how, tomatoes are a must-have for anyone diving into homegrown produce. Even better, this versatile crop is a kitchen favourite—perfect...
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The Art of Growing Sweet Peas: A Complete Growing GuideThe Art of Growing Sweet Peas: A Complete Growing Guide
Sweet peas are the epitome of charm, offering delicate, fluttery blooms and a fragrance that’s straight out of an English cottage garden. These climbing annuals are perfect for trellises, fences,...
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From Seed to Spud: Your Ultimate Guide to Growing PotatoesFrom Seed to Spud: Your Ultimate Guide to Growing Potatoes
Potatoes are a staple crop for any home gardener – easy to grow and tasty to eat! Whether you’re after buttery new potatoes or hearty maincrop varieties that are perfect...
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Compost Buying Guide: Which is Best For Which Type of PlantsCompost Buying Guide: Which is Best For Which Type of Plants
Make your compost trip easy with the South West's First Compost Drive-Thru.
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How to Care For Your Lawn: Steps, Products & MaintenanceHow to Care For Your Lawn: Steps, Products & Maintenance
It’s a hallmark of British culture that as a nation we take great pride in our garden lawns and nowhere is this more apparent than in the sheer wealth of...
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How to Create a Thriving Herb GardenHow to Create a Thriving Herb Garden
Herbs are the wonderful ingredient that really makes our food sing. Not only this, they have fantastic medicinal properties and they’re great for wildlife too.
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A Step-by-Step Guide to Planting Seeds for a Successful HarvestA Step-by-Step Guide to Planting Seeds for a Successful Harvest
Growing plants from seeds is a rewarding process, but to ensure a strong and healthy start, it’s important to use the right compost, watering techniques, and growing conditions. Follow our...
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Slugs, Bugs and Pests: How to Protect Your PlantsSlugs, Bugs and Pests: How to Protect Your Plants
Slugs are the thorn in the side of every gardener. But it isn’t just slugs munching your plants. Aphids, ants and other pesky insects are never too far away either....
