In recent years, the call for sustainable practices has become increasingly important in the world of gardening and landscaping. One crucial aspect of sustainable planting is the use of peat-free compost.   As we strive to protect our environment and preserve precious ecosystems, it's crucial to understand why peat-free soil is the future for sustainable planting.  As the UK gears up for the ban on bagged peat compost by the end of the year, we all need to start making the switch to peat-free...

Pleached trees bring an elegant touch to any garden. They’re perfect for privacy screening,  as they’re trained to form a screen of branches and foliage on a single stem, and can create a ‘wall’ effect when they’re planted in rows at equal distances. But what exactly are pleached trees, and how do you care for them? We go through all this and more in this guide to pleached trees. What are pleached trees? Pleached trees have a single, clear stem with a screen of branches that are trained...

It’s not uncommon for people to want more privacy in their gardens. With houses built closer together than ever before, it can be easy to feel overlooked. So how can you get more privacy without building unsightly high fences? The answer lies in evergreen trees and shrubs that you can use for screening. Whether you’re a homeowner looking for trees and shrubs to plant yourself or you’re a professional looking to advise your clients, we’ll take you through our favourite evergreen plants for...