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.
What to plant with roses
Here is a list of our favourite plants you can plant with roses to compliment them, give structure and colour throughout the year;
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
Hannah Newman
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.
Create the ultimate outdoor living room
Extend your home into your garden with a beautiful outdoor living room and enjoy the best of both worlds! Read our top tips on how to create your perfect outdoor living space.
Vertical gardening for balconies
The only way is up! Vertical gardening is ideal for balconies, making use of walls, upright supports and cleverly designed planters to turn even the smallest space into a little green piece of paradise.
Top 5 climbers to grow
Many climbers can be great for wildlife encouraging insects for birds and bats to eat plus resting and nesting spaces as well. Whichever climber you choose, it is sure to add interest and delight to your garden. Here's our top 5!
Sustainable kitchen garden ideas
With lots of sustainable kitchen garden ideas, you may be wondering where to start and what is best for your garden. Here’s some ideas we love for sustainable gardening.
15 garden tips for May
With summer just around the corner, May is a beautiful time to get out into your garden! Get your beds and borders into great shape with our top 15 gardening tips for May.