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Sleigh bells ring…are you listening?  If you listen really, really carefully, you might just hear Santa as he makes his way to his grotto at Goonhavern Garden Centre!

Whether you are a winter person or not, one thing is for sure – most plants aren’t too fond of the colder weather that usually accompanies the season. After all, frost can be very damaging to many types of plants, affecting new growth when spring finally arrives.

As we head into the colder months and the fine autumnal weather begins to turn, gardeners all over the country are preparing for seasonal rain and frost. But there is one thing that is often not taken into account – the wind.

With winter looming on the horizon, now is a good time to think about preparing any leftover bulbs you have for storage during the colder months. Whether you are keeping hardy spring bulbs or delicate summer bloomers, storing them correctly will ensure that your gardening plans will be on track...

As we say a fond farewell to the long summer days, it’s time to look towards the oncoming months of rain and frost. But, that doesn’t mean that our gardens need to be dreary, in fact, quite the opposite! There are plenty of ways that you can introduce colour to...

Ever wondered how to get your children outside more? Gardening is the perfect way to ensure that little ones get plenty of fresh air while doing something that they really enjoy.

It’s usually around this time of year that we start having to pack our barbecues away to avoid the torrential downpours, however, this year is a completely different story! With more sunshine predicted over the coming weeks, now is a great time to make the most of it and hold...

As the record-breaking heatwave continues and potential hosepipe bans are imminent, how it is possible to take care of your garden during the extreme weather? With all of this heat and the uncharacteristic lack of rainfall, gardens all over the country are starting to suffer. Of course, many of us...

Nothing quite says summer more than long lazy nights spent in front of a chiminea with a glass of wine and great company. Chimineas are the perfect way to extend the use of your outside space because they bring a beautifully inviting warmth as well as a focal point for your garden....