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The Longacres team were invited to attend the annual Ball Colegrave Summer Showcase alongside our bedding plant supplier, Perfect Choice. This incredible event displays some of the best and brightest plant varieties on the market, as well as some never-before-seen flowers, and a sneak peek at what we can expect to see on our shelves in the coming years! …

Fill your garden with an explosion of colour using summer flowering bulbs to give maximum enjoyment for minimal gardening effort! …

The mini heatwave we’ve had has been fantastic for the family to make the most of the garden – perfect for barbecues, paddling pools and using garden furniture whilst we can. Bedding plants are peaking right now, and some may be running out of steam, but there’s plenty to plan for and maintain to extend the flowering season as long as possible. …

What a different early summer we’ve had compared to last year – but now July has arrived let’s hope we get more settled sunshine and warmth so we can enjoy the beauty of our gardens. …

As summer mellows into autumn, September is a time to reflect on what has done well in your garden this year (make notes of your favourite bedding plants for next year!). Many gardeners will have lost some plants due to the exceptionally dry weather conditions this summer – have a think about replacing plants, or revamp beds and borders with different plants, for a new look. We have plenty to inspire you and revive your garden at Longacres. …

What an amazing summer we’ve had so far this year – who needs to go away on holiday when you can stay-cation at home? Enjoy all the delights of your garden and get further inspiration at our garden centres which are full of wonderful plants (and everything else besides!) to give colour and interest for the rest of the summer. …

Now spring is finally here (although it didn’t feel like it with the snow at the beginning of the month!) we can look forward to getting out in the garden and preparing for a colourful season. We are fully stocked with trees, shrubs, perennial and bedding plants all ready for planting now – come and see for yourself! …

October is the ideal time for planting; your garden soil will be warm, and we’ve had some decent rainfall - these growing conditions mean that plant roots can have a head start on getting established and your garden will be ready to spring into action next year! …

Late summer is the time to continue enjoying all that you’ve grown, and relax and enjoy a stay-cation at home. Here are our hints and tips on what’s looking good right now and how to keep your garden blooming for as long as possible. …

May is a wonderful month to let your imagination run riot and make your garden look fabulous, with annuals, perennials and trees and shrubs. Our garden centres are full of inspirational ideas and products to ensure you have all you need for the peak gardening season. …