Garden

The rising trend of owning a hot tub is set to continue, and it’s not hard to see why. The luxury of having a hot tub at home is the ultimate way to relax in style and there’s certainly something to be said for relaxing in hot, bubbling water. It’s not just something for the summer months either - you can relax in the warmth even in the winter and make use of your outdoor space all year round.

With so many brands and models out there, picking the perfect lawnmower to suit your garden can sometimes seem like a daunting challenge. Do you go with petrol or electric, corded or cordless, push or self-propelled? 

To help you make the best choice for keeping your lawn looking lavish, we’ve compiled this handy lawnmower buying guide with our best picks and top tips.

Companion planting is an age-old gardening tradition but it’s as relevant today as it’s ever been, particularly with the rising interest in ‘growing your own’ and allotment gardening. 

Tending to your garden or allotment can be a lot of work. Weeds seem like they’re taking over when it’s only been a week, your plants and shrubs seem to shoot up a foot when we have sunny weather – and keeping on top of it all takes time and effort. So that’s where these garden tools come in… We’ve picked out a fantastic selection that are not only must-haves for gardeners, but make brilliant gardening gifts. Find out what they are below and remedy your garden woes!

To make sure you’re buying the best garden hose for your money, you need to know what exactly to look for. Below we’ve put together a brief guide with some key features – but feel free to skip to our top picks, in which we list the best garden hoses based on quality, durability and extra features – including expandable hoses, kink free varieties and more.

The right plants and flowers can really make your garden sing, so it’s important to buy the right type and know how to nurture them into bloom.

We sell all different types of plants, like perennials, annuals, plug plants and jumbo plants, and plenty more besides. They all need different forms of care and all grow slightly differently from one another, so in this guide we’ll explain all the jargon and walk you through what to do with each plant type – as well as what to expect when you buy – so you can enjoy your garden to the fullest year after year.

Check out all the different types of gazebo, plus our best models, and find out which one is ideal for you.

When the autumn comes around and leaves are strewn every which way, your garden can be left looking a little messy – cue the trusty leaf blower.

It’s never too early or too late in the year to start composting, and your crops will love your for it when you do. Find out how to make it and everything else you need to know.

Spending time in and making a sensory garden is heaps of fun, with the sights, sounds, smells and other stimuli heaven to the senses. We’ve created a guide with everything you need to know, including what exactly a sensory garden is and how to create one. We’ve also listed some ideas for each sense, with recommendations for plants and flowers. Read on to find out more or skip to the section that’s most interesting to you!