Garden Tips & Advice

  • Nearly 400 Jobs Lost in Kent as FFX and ISG Enter Administration

    Almost 400 jobs in Kent have been lost as two major employers, Folkestone Fixings (FFX) and ISG, went into administration on the same day. FFX, a tools and hardware retailer with locations in Folkestone, Ashford, and Lympne, has closed its doors, resulting in 147 redundancies. Simultaneously, 240 employees from the Whitstable branch of ISG, an Read more

  • Discovering the Fig Leaf Gourd (Cucurbita ficifolia): Growing, Harvesting, and Culinary Uses in the UK

    Learn how to grow, harvest, and cook Fig Leaf Gourds in the UK. Explore its global names and versatile culinary uses, from soups to preserves and desserts. Read more

  • Limited Edition Aston Martin F1 and JCB Roller Tools Cabinet | British Engineering Excellence

    Limited Edition Aston Martin F1 and JCB Roller Tools Cabinet | British Engineering Excellence

    In a world where craftsmanship and innovation go hand in hand, two of Britain’s most distinguished engineering giants, Aston Martin Formula One® Team and JCB Tools UK, have joined forces to create a tool storage solution that sets new standards in design, durability, and desirability. Launched in August 2024, the Limited Edition Aston Martin F1 Read more

  • A Slugglish Year: A Challenging Year for UK Gardeners

    This year has been particularly tough for UK gardeners due to an unprecedented surge in slug and snail populations. The combination of a mild, moist spring and a cool start to summer has created the perfect environment for these slimy pests to thrive. Unprecedented Slug Activity With hundreds of slugs species in the UK, not Read more

  • Radish tips!

    This year, consider a new approach with your radishes: don’t harvest them right away. Instead, let them stay in the ground and watch as they undergo a delightful transformation. As the radishes mature, they will begin to flower, producing stunning blossoms that are not only visually appealing but also highly attractive to bees. These flowers Read more

  • Experience Movie Magic at Chessington Garden Centre’s Summer Cinema!

    This summer, immerse yourself in a cinematic adventure like no other at Chessington Garden Centre’s Summer Cinema! From July 22nd to August 18th, bring your family and friends for a series of unforgettable movie nights, enjoying beloved films in a unique beach setting. Sink into comfy beach chairs, feel the sand between your toes, and Read more

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