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.
5 easy vegetables to grow in containers
You don’t need a big space to grow vegetables, just a few pots in a sunny spot! Read our top tips on these five easy vegetables to grow in containers.
Tool Sharpening at Groves
Charlie Groves
Tools in need of a bit of TLC? Bring them down for Dave from Top Edge Sharpening to look after.
Celebrating our top level sustainable business award
Hannah Newman
The Groves team have started the 2024 season in style with recognition for the hard work they are putting in to make the business sustainable.
How to grow your own potatoes
Plant potatoes now for a tasty crop all through summer, perfect for roasting, frying or baking. Find out more about how to grow your own potatoes.
Green plans for 2024
Here are some inspiring ideas to turn your garden into a green paradise in the coming year.
Visit our Groves Festive Mini Market
Jaz Miles
Join us in our heated marquee next to Ivy House Kitchen on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th December.
How to choose the right Christmas tree
We're here to guide you through the art of choosing the ultimate Christmas tree.
How to compost waste into valuable nutrients for your plants
Read our 'how to compost waste into valuable nutrients for your plants guide.'
Groves Festive Mini Market
Jaz Miles
At Groves we know there are loads of local talented crafts people, artists and small retailers looking to get their wares in front of hundreds of people this Christmas, so we have set up our very own festive Mini Market…
Watering hanging baskets
Plenty of plants for hanging baskets will all need watering, so here are some ideas.
How to grow your own salad
To make sure you get the most from your space, here are some ideas for sowing, growing and harvesting your salads.
What to do with garden waste
This is what to do with garden waste when you are clearing up or clearing out your garden.