How to Plant Your Pots with New Plants
Planting your new plants in pots can be a rewarding experience, ensuring they thrive in your garden or patio. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you achieve the best results: Know Your Soil Understanding the type of soil your plants prefer is crucial. Some plants thrive in acidic soil, while others prefer alkaline conditions. Make […]
Prime Months for Trimming Buxus
Contact Clive’s Gardening Services for Expert Topiary Care As we enter the peak of summer, it’s the perfect time to give your buxus and topiary the attention they need. These months are ideal for trimming and shaping these plants, ensuring they remain healthy, lush, and aesthetically pleasing. If you’re looking for expert care, Clive’s Gardening […]
Expert Tips for Maintaining Your Lawn After Aeration, Over seeding, and Top Dressing
Congratulations! You’ve taken a significant step towards a lush, healthy lawn with the help of Clive’s Gardening Services. Aeration, over seeding, and top dressing are essential practices that rejuvenate your lawn, promote robust growth, and prepare it for seasonal changes. Now that the hard work is done, here’s how to maintain your lawn and keep […]
How to Keep Deer Out of Your Garden
Tips from Clive’s Gardening Services Deer can be charming creatures to observe from afar, but for gardeners, they often pose a significant challenge. These graceful animals are notorious for their voracious appetites and can quickly turn a thriving garden into a buffet. At Clive’s Gardening Services, we understand the frustration of seeing your hard work […]
Should I Deadhead Rhododendrons? A Guide for Garden Enthusiasts 🌸
Rhododendrons, with their vibrant and abundant blooms, are a favorite among gardeners. However, a common question that arises is whether or not to deadhead these stunning shrubs. In this blog, we’ll explore the benefits, methods, and considerations for deadheading rhododendrons. What is Deadheading? Deadheading is the process of removing spent flowers from plants. For many […]
Mastering Wisteria: Tips for Pruning and Keeping Your Vine in Top Shape
Wisteria is a stunning addition to any garden, with its cascading blooms and powerful growth. However, its beauty comes with a tendency to grow rapidly and wildly if not managed properly. Pruning and careful maintenance are essential to ensure your wisteria remains a charming focal point rather than a chaotic jungle. Here are some tried-and-true […]
The RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2024: A Blossoming Celebration of Horticultural Excellence
Every year, the RHS Chelsea Flower Show transforms the grounds of the Royal Hospital Chelsea into a breathtaking tapestry of botanical artistry, and 2024 was no different. From May 21-25, the show was a vibrant convergence of horticultural enthusiasts, designers, and curious visitors from around the globe. Here’s a closer look at what this year’s […]
Why May to August is the Best Time to Trim Your Privet Hedge with Clives Gardening Services.
Maintaining a well-manicured garden is essential for any homeowner or commercial site, and nothing enhances your outdoor space quite like a neatly trimmed privet hedge. At Clives Gardening Services, we understand the importance of timing and quality when it comes to hedge maintenance. Here’s why booking our services from May to August is the perfect […]
Unlocking the Beauty of Ericaceous Plants: A Complete Guide
Ericaceous plants, including rhododendrons, azaleas, Camellias and blueberries, add vibrant colours and textures to any garden. However, to ensure they thrive and flourish, proper care and maintenance are essential. In Clive’s Gardening Services comprehensive guide, we’ll explore tips for growing, pruning, and maintaining ericaceous plants, so you can enjoy their beauty year-round. Growing Ericaceous Plants: […]
Leather Jackets and Nematodes: An Unlikely Duo in Gardening
Gardening is a diverse field, where one can expect the unexpected. The title “Leather Jackets and Nematodes” might evoke images of rock concert attire and microscopic life forms, but in this blog, we’re delving into their significance in gardening and how they impact our lawns and plants. What Are Leather Jackets? When gardeners hear “leather […]
