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Mr Fothergill's in the UK. Supplier of flower & vegetable seeds and plants, with one of the UK's most extensive seed ranges. Family-owned, proudly independent.
Mr Fothergill's blog
1M ago
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 perfect companion plant for spring bulbs like tulip bulbs and daffodil bulbs, wallflowers make an excellent addition to your colourful garden displays.
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Mr Fothergill's blog
1M ago
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, like toxic pesticides, can be damaging to other harmless wildlife – and to your garden. So, how do you kill slugs for good and stop them coming back?
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Mr Fothergill's blog
1M ago
Everyone’s looking for ways to save money, so spending too much on your garden might feel like a luxury you can’t afford at the moment. But who says gardening has to be expensive?
At Fothergill’s, we’re passionate about making gardening accessible and fun for everyone. With a little thought and creativity, you can create a beautiful outdoor space that’s a joy to spend time in without breaking the bank. Here are our ten top tips on how to transform a garden on a budget!
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Mr Fothergill's blog
1M ago
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 for complete beginners. But if you're new to gardening, it can be tricky to know where to start, especially when it comes to understanding the terminology. For example, what does 'hardy annual' mean? What's the difference between perennials and biennials?
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Mr Fothergill's blog
3M ago
One of our favourite parts of gardening is growing delicious produce that we can bring into the kitchen and integrate into our personal recipes! It can be rewarding and, more importantly, delicious! So, if you’re looking for tasty plants to grow in your outside space, let us teach you how to grow rhubarb crowns!
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Mr Fothergill's blog
3M ago
These stunning perennial flower plants are famous for their unique shapes and vivid hues, making them an absolute must-have in your outdoor displays! Despite their immense beauty and sculptural shapes, delphinium plants are surprisingly easy to grow - perfect for newbie gardeners keen to get the whole family involved in creating stunning arrangements in the soil!
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Mr Fothergill's blog
4M ago
At Mr Fothergill’s, we believe that gardening is much more than just planting seeds and watching them grow. It’s about nurturing relationships, creating lasting memories, and coming together as a family. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce our new partnership with The Children’s Society, a charity dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and young people across the UK.
This partnership, centred on the shared values of growing together and making meaningful memories, offers families a wonderful opportunity to connect over the joy of gardening while contributing to a cause that helps ..read more
Mr Fothergill's blog
5M ago
Here at Fothergill’s, we strongly believe that gardening is for everyone! Whether you’ve got the luxury of several beds, access to a greenhouse or can only grow from your windowsill, gardening is an inclusive hobby that should be enjoyed regardless of your growing space!
There’s nothing quite as rewarding as growing your own produce! Marrying your love of gardening with your love of cooking is one of life’s simple joys, and we can guarantee that your dishes will taste all the more delicious when you’re using home-grown produce. Don’t believe us? Give growing your very own vegetable plants a go ..read more