Over the Fence Blog

Our Guide to Planting Hedges By Rachael – Content Editor Published September 2022   Why plant a hedge? As well as creating boundaries, hedges make important garden features that provide valuable privacy and give shelter to a wide range of wildlife, most notably the many species of garden birds that choose to make their nests in them. […]

Caring for Your Lawn Around the Year By Rachael – Content Editor Published August 2022   The lawn for most people is the centre of their garden, and the setting for all sorts of family activities and events.  Keeping it healthy, attractive and in a fit state requires good management.  To help you plan your maintenance […]

New season’s bulbs come into the garden centres from mid-August. The earlier you buy them the fresher they are and there will be a greater selection to choose from.

8 Tips for Watering Your Garden By Rachael – Content Editor Published July 2022   It’s getting hot out there   During summer, it is more important than ever to make sure our garden is watered adequately. Nobody wants to be parched on a hot, sunny day – especially not your plants! But don’t worry, we […]

July’s Plant of the Month By Rachael – Content Editor Published July 2022   Our plant of the month for July is the Celosia! A variety of plants produce vibrant and dazzling displays of flowers, lasting for several months at a time. Often referred to as a ‘love them or hate them’ plant, the unusual appearance of […]

May Gardening To-Do List By Rachael – Content Editor Published May 2022   Spring has truly sprung and May is a busy month for keen gardeners. Luckily, the sun is often now shining so we can get outdoors and get our gardens looking their best in time for summer. We have put together a list of our […]

Get the Look – Blissful Boho By Rachael – Content Editor Published March 2022 Get the look in 6 easy steps. We love this look! A blissful boho setting that would suit any garden space or patio, perfect for chilling out on summer days. Follow our 6 easy steps below and you can make any outdoor […]

April’s Plant of the Month By Rachael – Content Editor Published April 2022   Our plants of the month for April are Alpines! What are Alpine plants? Alpine plants are a collection of plant species that grow in locations with an alpine climate. These plants have naturally adapted to harsh environmental conditions, including cold weather and […]