Tips and News
We love nothing more at Groves than to help our community out with tips and tricks to get your gardening flourishing. We hope you find some helpful information here, check back for new expert guidance each month.



Tool Sharpening at Groves
Tools in need of a bit of TLC? Bring them down for Dave from Top Edge Sharpening to look after.


How to prune Wisteria
When you know how to prune Wisteria, you will be able to keep it in top shape, with plentiful flowers and beautiful foliage.

3 under-rated fruit and vegetables to grow
There are so many unusual and delicious fruit and veg to grow, and here are three of our favourites.


Making your own compost
When making your own compost there are a few aspects to know about to ensure your compost breaks down well and becomes the perfect compost for your plants to grow in. Homemade compost is invaluable to have in the garden meaning you will be able to u…

Top 15 gardening tips for June
June’s a great month to be out in the garden, with long days and everything in full flower! Keep your garden looking great with our top 15 gardening tips for June.

Wake up and smell the roses at our special festival
Starting Saturday 14th June for 9 days, our celebration of England's national flower - the beautiful rose

Fathers Day at Ivy House
Take Dad out for a treat at Ivy House Kitchen on Sunday 15th June

Top five tips to get kids gardening
Children are always excited about being in the natural world, feeling awe and curiosity all around. These top five tips to get kids gardening will help to encourage kids in your family or friends to get engaged with growing plants.