Runner beans are one of the most rewarding crops you can grow. They’re generous, fast-growing, and beautifully ornamental, with climbing vines and vivid red, white, or bi-coloured flowers.

While the garden outside may be dormant, this is actually the perfect time to nurture an indoor herb garden. Even a simple row of pots on a sunny windowsill can bring fresh flavour to your cooking ...

Cucumbers are one of summer’s most refreshing crops - crisp, juicy, and easy to grow once you understand their needs. Discover how to grow them now!

Grow your own tomatoes here at Fothergill's our tomato growing guide will have you growing juicy tomatoes in no time. Find all you need to know here at Fothergill's.

Here at Fothergill’s, we’re breaking down how to plant bare root roses and get a more colour introduced to your garden. Bare root roses are young rose plants supplied during the dormant season with...

Here at Fothergill’s, we’re breaking down how to grow allium and get a brand new layer of colour introduced to your garden. We’ll be discussing when to plant allium, how to care for your plants, an...

The sun is setting earlier, and the dark nights are edging closer. Autumn is almost upon us, which means there’s plenty of work to do. Summer can feel like a pretty garden-heavy season, but it’s ju...

Gardening is a year-round hobby. There’s nothing quite as rewarding as watching your flower seeds grow over time from tiny dots in the ground into gorgeous blooms. 

Our gardening advice for September and indeed the next few months will lighten your workload in the spring and in many cases offer an easier start to establishing new plants in the garden.

Learn how to grow alliums with our gardening growing guide. Find helpful tips for planting, caring, and enjoying these bold, beautiful blooms in your garden.

Learn how to grow tulips with our step-by-step guide and FAQs. Get tips on planting, soil, watering, and care for vibrant, long-lasting blooms

When daffodil bulbs bloom into bright and beautiful flowers, it is one of the first signs that spring has arrived. It brings clearer skies, longer, warmer days, and a burst of vibrant colour to gar...

If you’re looking to bring fresh flavour into your cooking and a little greenery into your home, growing herbs on your windowsill is the perfect place to start.

August is an excellent time to be in the garden! While you might be tempted to spend every sunny moment lounging with a cold drink, savvy gardeners know this is actually one of the best months to s...

From butterflies and beetles to spiders and earthworms, minibeasts play a vital role in keeping our garden ecosystems healthy. Moreover, they’re a delight to watch and study, especially for young n...

There are many simple things you can do to make your garden more appealing for our native birds. Read our top tips on how to attract birds to your garden!

Here at Fothergill’s, we’ve got plenty of suggestions for what to plant in June in the UK to keep you and your family out in the summer sun. We’ll also walk you through some essential gardening tas...

This year’s Chelsea Flower Show celebrates the theme ‘Your Space, Your Story’, a tribute to the individuality of every gardener. That spirit is reflected in the diverse and breathtaking garden desi...

At Fothergill’s, we’re passionate about supporting families and amateur gardeners in their gardening endeavours. That’s why we’ve put together this handy guide to help you grow and look after nastu...

April is the time of year when the growing season really starts to take off. Just a couple of weeks after the spring equinox, this month is prime time to take our foot off the brake and dive headlo...

Some flowers have been popular for decades, even centuries, and for good reason. There’s a tendency for us to stick with these varieties that are old favourites, but there are so many more choices ...

Introducing children to gardening and cooking from an early age is a fantastic way to get them excited about food, encourage healthy eating habits, and spend quality time together as a family. By g...

The mornings and evenings are getting noticeably lighter, and the welcome sound of birdsong early in the morning is a sure sign that spring is near. Add to that the snowdrops in full bloom by the w...

There is no enemy of the British garden quite like the humble slug. Left unchecked, slugs will eat your vegetables and ruin your flower plants, but just as annoying is that some of the solutions, l...

Whether it’s their papery petals catching the sunlight or the way they seem to appear out of nowhere, these flowers are full of charm. And growing them couldn’t be easier.

At Fothergill's, we believe gardening is for everyone. From woody shrubs plants to pretty flower plants and tasty veg, there are many wonderful plants that are easy to grow in British gardens, even...

If you’re wondering how to create a wildflower meadow in your garden, which wildflowers to pick, when to sow them, or how to care for your patch, we’ve got all the advice you need. Get ready to cre...

Hardy perennials are plants that live for several years and flower annually. They can stand up to harsh winter temperatures and frost without needing protection. As they emerge from dormancy in ear...

If you ask us, there are plenty of perks to growing wallflowers. Despite their name, there’s simply no overlooking these gorgeous biennial flower plants with their vibrant colours. Making the perfe...