by Birchgrove | Jul 30, 2026 | Garden
August is a month for enjoying the garden at its fullest. Borders are bursting with colour, vegetable plots are producing plenty to harvest and containers and hanging baskets are still putting on a show. However, high temperatures, dry ground and plants beginning to...
by Birchgrove | Jun 6, 2025 | Garden
Whether it’s a laid-back lunch with the neighbours, a birthday BBQ, or a full-blown family takeover (brace yourself), summer is the perfect time to throw a garden gathering. But here’s the thing: it doesn’t need to be fancy, stressful or involve a panic-cleaning...
by Birchgrove | Jun 6, 2025 | Garden
There’s something truly magical about a garden that’s full of life – butterflies flitting about, bees bumbling from flower to flower, birds splashing in the birdbath. And no, you don’t need to rewild your entire lawn or build a miniature nature reserve to make a...
by Birchgrove | Mar 13, 2025 | Garden
There’s something truly special about feeding garden birds. It’s a simple yet rewarding pastime that brings joy to people of all ages. Encouraging children to take part can spark a lifelong love of birds and deepen their appreciation for wildlife. And beyond being a...
by Birchgrove | Mar 7, 2025 | Garden
Spring is the season of renewal in the garden. As plants begin to wake from their winter slumber, it’s time to get outside, roll up your sleeves, and prepare your beds, borders, and lawns for the growing season ahead. Having the right tools at hand makes all the...
by Birchgrove | Feb 28, 2025 | Garden
Spring is the perfect time to get a head start on your gardening by sowing flower and vegetable seeds under cover. Not only does this give your plants the best possible beginning, but it also means you can enjoy earlier blooms and harvests. Whether you’re sowing...
