How to Host a Spooktacular Halloween Garden Party
Halloween is one of the most exciting times of the year for families bringing together fancy dress, pumpkins, sweet treats and plenty of spooky fun. While many people focus on...
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5 FREE things to keep the kids entertained this October half term in Bristol
Just as quickly as the kids returned to school in September, it’s October half term again and time to plan some activities for the whole family. The October break can...
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Autumn Garden Ideas: How to Create a Cosy Outdoor Space for Entertaining
As summer fades and the leaves begin to turn, many people assume it is time to pack away the garden furniture and retreat indoors. However, autumn can be one of...
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Autumn Front Door Ideas: 15 Ways to Create a Warm and Welcoming Entrance
Your front door is the first thing guests see when they arrive at your home, so why not make it feel welcoming for the season ahead? As the summer fades...
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The Complete Guide to Creating a Cottage Garden
A cottage garden is one of the most loved garden styles in the UK, known for its romantic planting, abundance of flowers and relaxed, informal charm. Filled with fragrant blooms,...
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The Garden Makeover Investments That Pay Off Year After Year
Having your own outdoor space is great all year round, but a garden makeover can feel overwhelming especially when you don’t know which areas are worth investing in. Before you...
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Think Beyond Burgers: 8 Surprising Foods You Can Cook on a BBQ this Summer
When most people think of barbecuing, they picture burgers, sausages and the occasional kebab. But modern barbecues are capable of so much more! From roasting whole chickens on a rotisserie...
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How to Create the Ultimate World Cup Garden Set Up
There’s nothing better than watching a huge summer match outdoors with friends and family, whether you are hosting every fixture or planning one big final viewing party, transforming your garden...
Plants & Gardening Guides
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What to Grow in October: October Gardening Guide
October is a beautiful time in the garden. The days are getting shorter and cooler, but there is still plenty to sow, plant, harvest and prepare before winter arrives. From...
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How to make leaf mould: Turn autumn leaves into free garden gold
Every autumn, gardens are filled with fallen leaves. For many gardeners, that means hours spent raking, bagging and clearing them away. But before you send your leaves to the green...
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What to grow in September: Your complete monthly gardening guide
September is a busy month in the garden. Summer may be coming to an end, but there is still plenty to sow, plant and harvest before the colder months arrive....
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How to Prune Lavender: A Complete Guide for Healthy, Fragrant Plants
Lavender is one of the UK’s most loved garden plants, prized for its fragrant flowers, silver-green foliage and ability to attract bees and butterflies. But to keep your lavender looking...
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Collecting seeds: A complete guide to saving flower and vegetable seeds at the end of summer
As summer begins to fade, your garden is entering one of its most rewarding seasons. While many flowers are starting to finish blooming, they’re quietly producing something incredibly valuable, seeds....
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Why your garden looks tired in August (and exactly how to fix it)
After months of sunshine, growing and flowering, it is completely normal for your garden to start looking a little tired by August. The fresh spring growth has slowed, early summer...
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Soil Health: The Complete guide to healthier garden soil and and better plants
Healthy soil is the foundation of every thriving garden. Whether you’re growing colourful flower borders, productive vegetable patches or lush green lawn, the quality of your soil has a direct...
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Houseplant Care Guide: How to Keep Indoor Plants Thriving All Year Round
Indoor plants are one of the easiest ways to bring life, colour and calm into your home. But while they look effortless, healthy houseplants need the right balance of light,...
Christmas
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Meet Santa This Christmas in Bristol: Almondsbury Garden Centre Christmas Grotto
Looking for a magical Santa’s Grotto experience in Bristol this Christmas? Whether it’s your little one's first visit to Santa, a magical family tradition, or you’re searching for a more...
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A Simple Guide to Buying and Installing Christmas Lights
No Christmas tree is complete without beautiful twinkling Christmas lights, but when it comes to finding the right lights and installing them correctly, it can feel a little overwhelming. Fear...
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Why choose Almondsbury's Christmas Trees?
It's that time of year again; you dash around desperately looking for that right Christmas tree to fit your home. But you don't need to panic - we have everything...
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Almondsbury guide Christmas lighting
As Christmas lighting experts, we know how much people love to decorate their homes at this time of year, but, also appreciate that there can be a bewildering array to...
