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.
Top houseplant care tips
These top houseplant care tips have been put together for you to help your houseplants thrive. Or, if you are new to houseplants they will give you the confidence you need to get started and know some basic top tips to start your collection of house…
10 tips on growing your own cutting garden
Here are our top 10 tips on growing your own cutting garden.
What to plant in the kitchen garden in March
Here’s what to sow and grow in your kitchen garden in March.
Beatrix Potter™ Trail
Step Into a World of Mischief & Magic with our Beatrix Potter™ Trail!
Top 10 summer flower bulbs to grow
These top 10 summer flower bulbs to grow will brighten up any garden.
15 gardening tips for March
With signs of spring appearing everywhere you look, it’s time to get outdoors and start gardening! Get your garden into great shape for spring with our top 15 gardening tips for March.
How to clean your patio: a guide
Spruce up your patio for spring and get rid of those unsightly, slippery moss and algae stains! Read more about how to clean your patio – and what not to do!
Book Now for Mothering Sunday
Charlie Groves
Mothering Sunday is on the 15th of March and Ivy House is the perfect venue to take mum for a delicious three course meal, a gift and of course a mooch around our garden centre!
Everything you need to know about acid-loving plants
How to take care of plants in your garden that love acidic soil? We will give you all the information there is to need!
Top 10 scented spring plants
Fill your garden and home with fragrance this spring with our top 10 scented spring plants! Find out more about what to plant for fragrant spring flowers.
Plant native hedges to encourage wildlife
Jaz Miles
It’s important to plant native hedges to encourage wildlife in your garden and create a biodiverse space for welcome wildlife to enjoy.