Hi #gardenshour! Anyone else felt autumn is definitely here? Mind, it's felt like that here in Penrith since July! This is what October means to us... don't 'tidy up' and cut back perennials. They're ideal hibernation spots for beneficial insects in winter. #gardening #gardeningX

I grow clematis tangutica in a large pot at the base of an ivy covered fence. The ivy was not my idea. Decided not to cut it back this year but to leave the flowers for late flying pollinators. The scent is surprisingly heady. And the fence is nowhere to be seen. #GardensHour

October means... Halloween! 🎃 Last year I carved my first ever pumpkins, and honestly I think I might have set the bar too high. Not sure I'll do anything as intricate this year! Would love to do another garden-themed one though. Any ideas? #GardensHour #GardeningTwitter

Happy National Apple Day! Marie Shallcross of Plews Garden Design recommends planting budget-friendly bare root apple trees to celebrate. Find expert planting and growing tips here: hub.suttons.co.uk/gardening-advi… #appleday #NationalAppleDay

Lovely to see many of our lovely #giftsforgardeners ideas featured in Mandy Watson's #Christmas gift guide. From cool tools to gardening gadgets, it's all here! Browse the guide: mandycanudigit.com/2022/11/04/gar…

Oxalic treatment on the bees, plus fondant and very late mouse guards #beefarmers #beekeeping #northumberland #honey

PLEASE SHARE! WoodlandTrust still has 300,000 free trees to give away to schools, community groups, etc - closing date is Monday, January 8, so hurry! #gardening #trees #schools #environment woodlandtrust-newsroom.prgloo.com/news/300-000-f…

If your garden's been flooded or is waterlogged, here are some tips on how to allow it to recover - and prevent further damage. #gardening #flooding #climatechange #waterlogging mandycanudigit.com/garden-problem…

Morning. Another chilly one, tho’ a bit amused by at least one comment I’ve seen along the lines of ‘Ah, but you didn’t experience the big freeze of ‘63.’ I did, and remember these ice floes coming down the Tyne, circling shipping and - as here - the ferry landings.

The Seed Fairy's been, thanks Suttons. Veg Cucumber Party Time F1, Tomato Crokine F1, Lettuce Sulfita, Winter Squash Futsu Black Early, Beetroot Golden Eye, Sweet Pepper Spiralus. Flowers Scabious Salmon Queen, Cosmos Pink Mosaic, Agastache Arizona Sunset #gardening #Cats

If you fancy growing onions from seed, Seaside Allotment suggests a good mix of large bulbs for easy chopping, medium for storing and small for pickling. Plus, spare seedlings make delicious salad onions! Read on: hub.suttons.co.uk/gardening-advi…

Want to grow delicious raspberries? Mandy Watson grows hers in raised beds, a game-changer for small gardens. Discover her clever double-cropping secret for autumn-fruiting varieties too: hub.suttons.co.uk/blog/growing-f…

As March approaches, don't forget to top-dress overwintered pelargoniums and start watering more regularly says Mandy Watson. Love geraniums? Read our masterclass for more practical tips: blog.thompson-morgan.com/geraniums-mast…

Hi #gardenshour! March means spring to us, an increase in plant growth and wildlife activity and (drum roll)... the launch of our new videos! #gardening #gardeningX youtube.com/watch?v=akve3L…

What March means to us is summed up by yesterday's #WorldWildlifeDay. It's easy to think of megafauna in Africa but don't forget the small creatures that keep your garden ecosystems ticking over - and they're waking up! #gardenshour

If you want more information about our products now that the growing season is upon us, check out our new video! #gardenshour #gardening #gardeningX youtube.com/watch?v=KuF00w…

Had to share this March gem - Japanese blood plum Lizzie. As the name suggests, blood-red flesh, massive cropper, delicious raw or as a compote. And what a way to welcome meteorological spring! #gardenshour

Sow your #petunia seeds this month for good value summer bedding. And if you take cuttings from the plants as they grow, you can completely transform your entire garden with low-cost colour! Read our petunia masterclass for expert advice: blog.thompson-morgan.com/petunia-master…

Peas & beans are easy to grow. For quick results, pea 'Meteor' crops in just 12 weeks while the purple pea ‘Shiraz’ is packed with antioxidants. Read our expert tips to grow your own bumper crops: blog.thompson-morgan.com/peas-and-beans…

Hi Virgin Media ❤️ - I've had no email since Monday as I've been locked out of my account despite a protracted call with your helpdesk - what exactly am I paying for? Can you set up a redirect to my Gmail as at least that works?