December 2025

Are solar-powered garden water features any good? Solar water features are safer than an electric unit and you don’t need any technical know-how to set one up. And once it’s up and running they just need a regular clean. Solar pumps can last between two and four years, dependent on the amount of care it […]

Is it okay to plant spring bulbs now? As a rule of thumb, you should plant spring-flowering bulbs from early autumn. This gives them plenty of time to produce new roots before the ground freezes with the onset of winter. As a general rule, aim to plant bulbs 6 to 8 weeks before the first

Can bulbs be planted in April? Spring-blooming bulbs are planted in the fall, before the first frost, for an early to late spring or early summer bloom. Summer bulbs are planted in the late spring after the last frost, typically May 31, for summer to early fall blooms. I always tell folks to go ahead

Can bulbs be planted in April? Spring-blooming bulbs are planted in the fall, before the first frost, for an early to late spring or early summer bloom. Summer bulbs are planted in the late spring after the last frost, typically May 31, for summer to early fall blooms. For some flower bulbs, it’s beneficial to

Can spring bulbs be planted in pots? Almost any type of container will work as long as there’s a drainage hole in the bottom and enough room for the bulbs. Terracotta pots always look good with spring bulbs. Inexpensive nursery pots also work well, especially if you can drop them into a more decorative pot

When should summer bulbs be planted? Bulbs are one of our favourite things to plant, they’re ideal for beginner gardeners, easy to look after, and will quickly fill your garden with colour. For a riot of colour in june, july and august, you should look to plant your bulbs between march and may. To get

What are spring bulbs? Popular flower bulbs tulips daffodils calla lilies lilies hyacinth amaryllis ranunculus gladiolus iris allium crocus freesia snowdrop paperwhite crocosmia. spring flowering bulbs such as hyacinths, hyacinthus; tulips, tulipa; daffodils, narcissus; ornamental onions, allium; snowdrops; galanthus and snowflakes, leucojum all need to be planted in the fall.Because some flowers are not able

What is the best month to plant spring bulbs? September, October and November are perfect months to plant your Spring bulbs. I have noticed that our Autumns have been warmer, so you may even be able to plant into early December, but the trick is to get them in before the risk of frost so

Which is better, polycarbonate or glass? Longer lifespan. Because polycarbonate sheet is durable, impact resistant, and can withstand heat, it has a long lifespan, cutting down on the cost of replacement. Glass tends to break and damage easily and needs to be replaced more often, especially when using thin panels. While all three top-selling types

Is polycarbonate good for a greenhouse? Polycarbonate panels allow up to 90% of light to pass through, offering glass-like clarity while retaining heat 60% better than glass. With 250 times the strength of glass, polycarbonate resists cracking, breaking, and damage from hail or debris, making it a highly durable greenhouse roofing option. The polycarbonate sheet