Our horticultural expert Sue Sanderson picks out some of her garden plant favourites in these inspirational Top 10 Guides.
Our horticultural expert Sue Sanderson picks out some of her garden plant favourites in these inspirational Top 10 Guides.
Whether you are a beginner looking for plant recommendations or a seasoned gardener in search of new ideas, our Top 10 plant guides have plenty of suggestions to keep your garden looking at its best.
Houseplants brighten up our indoor spaces, making us feel happy and calm. Surprisingly easy to care for, the trick is to choose the right plant for the conditions in your home or workplace.
A vase of fresh flowers cut straight from the garden can instantly make a house feel more like a home. So it's surprising that more people don't try growing their own cut flowers.
Perennial flowers add colour and seasonal interest to the garden from April to November, often attracting bees and butterflies. Perennials are extremely versatile and return each year.
Summer bedding plants don't all have to be petunias and marigolds! There are a huge range of annual bedding plants you can grow for colour, height and scent.
Winter bedding plants fill your garden with cheerful colour during the coldest months of the year. Plant them for a welcome splash of colour through winter and spring.
Beat the hot dry summers with these low-maintenance, drought tolerant plants. Keep colour and fragrance in your garden even when the rain stays away.
After the long, dark winter months, the first flowers in spring are the most eagerly awaited. There are hardy spring plants to suit every area of the garden.
Early summer is a wonderful time. The weather is warm and the soil still moist - perfect growing conditions for many of our favourite hardy plants.
Fading borders in late summer are a common complaint, but you needn't say goodbye to summer colour yet. Read our guide for advice on hardy plants for late summer.
Autumn is a magical season when the spotlight falls on those hardy trees and shrubs that bring a riot of colour to fading borders.
The cold months of winter can leave the garden bare and uninviting. But there are plenty of plants that are at their peak in winter.
Create a tropical paradise in your own UK garden! Take a look at our favourite plants for creating a jungle planting scheme...
Plug plants are a convenient and easy way to fill your garden with colour. With plug plants you receive strong, healthy young plants which are raring to grow.
We pride ourselves in being the first to market with the best new plant innovations for UK gardens. We reveal 10 of our best plant introductions launched for Spring 2020.
Keep children occupied and interested in the great hobby of gardening with these easy to grow plants, flowers and something to eat too!
Planting to encourage bees into the garden is as beautiful as it is rewarding. We've come up with a list of our top ten suggestions of flowers that are perfect for our tiny friends
Encourage these beautiful visitors to your garden as they search for nectar. Our native butterflies are in need of our help from spring through to the autumn too.
Don't underestimate the impact that grasses could have upon your garden! With such a diverse group of plants there is something to fit every space and style.
Fuchsias are great for sun, shade and everything in between. Here are 10 of our favourites, chosen for exceptional flower performance.
Decorate your patios with shrubs and perennials in containers that will give you pleasure for years to come. Read our guide for more information.
During the depths of winter, evergreen shrubs give your garden a lift with their colourful foliage, flowers and berries.
Shaded areas needn't be unloved. There are plenty of plants that will positively thrive in lower light conditions. These hardy perennials will thrive and brighten up any darkened area.
Whether you're searching for flamboyant flowers or fabulous foliage, here are ten of our favourite evergreen shrubs chosen especially for small gardens. Read on for growing tips and variety advice.
Filling your garden with fragrance needn't cost a fortune. It's easy to grow your own scented annuals from seed. Perfumed flowers can stop you in your tracks, evoking distant memories and unexpectedly stirring emotions.
Whether hiding an unsightly shed or cheering up a blank wall, climbing plants make a valuable contribution the garden!
Fill your garden with world exclusive varieties & stunning blooms with Thompson & Morgan's collection of top 10 unique plants.
Wildflowers are low-maintenance, long-lasting, and wildlife-friendly alternatives to lawns, often planted as annual or perennial meadows.
Fill up your hanging baskets with colour, in all shapes and varieties this summer for a display you'll be proud of.
For long-lasting winter hanging basket displays, read Michael Perry's expert advice and watch his video tutorial.
With a few simple tips, your summer hanging baskets will look bright, full and healthy until autumn. Here's how.
Shrubs act as the backbone for your borders, they provide colour and structure year after year with minimal effort. Our horticultural team have picked ten stunning flowering shrubs that are perfect for low-maintenance gardens.
Growing crops in pots can transform even tiny spaces into a home allotment, making container gardening ideal for small gardens and balconies.
If you are asking 'What vegetables can I grow in winter?' then take a look at our top 10 winter vegetables that will keep you out in the garden all year round!
Our customers really do love their home-grown potatoes. Take a look at our Top 10 popular potato varieties to discover our tried and tested customer favourites.
Don't have a garden? No problem! Even a window box or trough can produce a satisfying crop of home-grown produce.
Spring bulbs herald an end to dark winter days, bringing a welcome splash of colour to the garden when few other plants are in flower.
Burgeoning summer borders are dominated by a frenzy of colourful shrubs and perennials, but don't forget that there are plenty of bulbs to grow in summer too.
As the garden begins to wind down for autumn there are still plenty of autumn flowering bulbs to fill the gaps left by fading perennials.
Want to grow easy and rewarding flowers? Then check out our top 10 hardy flower bulbs infographic to find out when to plant and when to expect lush flowers in your garden.
Considering the lily? With so many varieties, it's easy to become overwhelmed with choice. Make your decisions easier with our top 10 selection, and find your favourite in our rundown.
Berries and currants can be grown in the smallest of spaces, making a viable crop for even the tiniest garden. Most berries and currants are easy to grow, at a fraction of the cost in the supermarkets!
Even the smallest plot is capable of producing some delicious fruits. Whether you have a small garden, patio or balcony, there's something to suit even the most compact garden.
Discover the secret to a hassle-free summer garden by reading our list of our top 10 easy to grow flower plants that you can grow from seed.
Do you dream of harvesting your own home grown vegetables, but just don't know where to start? Read our quick overview of our top 10 easy to grow vegetables.
You don't need an orchard to grow your own fruit at home. Take a look at our top 10 list of easy to grow fruit and start growing your own today.
If you don't have the best track record of keeping houseplants alive, here are 10 indoor plants that are almost impossible to kill!
Winter is normally a quiet time in the garden but it won't be long before spring arrives and you'll be caught up in the frenzy of sowing, growing, and nurturing your garden as it comes to life.
Autumn is a busy time in the garden, clearing away the decaying vegetation of the summer and preparing the garden for the cold winter months ahead. Here are our top ten tips to make the most of your autumn garden.
Greenhouse heating will protect your tender plants from becoming a frosted, soggy mush, and keep your young plants snug and warm until spring. Here are some tips on how to heat a greenhouse without it costing the earth.
There are many ways to save water in the garden, which will help the environment and save you money! Read our tips for saving water.
Read our money saving tips to find out how to make your money go further in the garden, so you can enjoy the benefits of a beautiful garden without breaking the bank!
Gardeners are hoarders - it's a fact! Even the greatest gardens have a pile of odds and ends tucked beneath the potting bench, or round the back of the compost heap.
Being environmentally friendly in the garden can sometimes feel like an impossible aspiration, but don't be put off - there are plenty of ways to make your garden 'greener'!
Browse our gardening guides section for detailed growing advice, gardening hints and tips, and plenty of horticultural help from Thompson & Morgan?s experts.
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