At last, the time all gardeners have been dreaming of through those long, damp winter months (and those long, damp SPRING months this year!). Even though we complain about the mowing and weeding, these chores mean that the growing season is well and truly underway and it’s time to plant. So let's get started!
Why not try a colour theme this year? At Raglan you'll find carefully designed display benches to help you choose the shade of shrubs and perennials you want. So, with a little imagination you could develop a “hot” bed for example; try Kniphofia, Red-Hot Poker, Crocosmia, red-leaved Lobelia Cardinalis or vivid orange Hemerocallis or perhaps a border of cool blues to whites from our fine selection of Campanula, graceful Delphiniums and the ever-popular Leucanthemum, Shasta daisy.
Hardy perennials are really coming into their own with Foxgloves, Hollyhocks and Lupins swaying for attention at the back of borders. Before they get too established, try poking some twigs around the base to help support these taller plants in a more natural way. The twigs soon get lost among the foliage but remember to keep providing this much needed support.
This season promises a fine collection of climbers. So plant ahead and you could have colour throughout the year. The explosive blossom from the Montanas of the Clematis family during Spring will make way for later blooming varieties such as the hybrids and macropetalas.
(featured; Clematis Montana)
A useful trick when planting your climbers is to leave a gap of approx. 30cm from the wall or pergola and lead them via a cane to the supporting structure. This will give roots adequate room to develop and give years of healthy growth.
We work long and hard in our gardens, constantly striving to make them perfect. However, a little trial and error will make the world of difference and turn your garden into a reflection of your personality. Here at Raglan Garden Centre we have all you need to make your garden a place to enjoy…. not just somewhere in which to work.
Whatever you choose you'll be assured of quality plants, unbiased advice and our 2 year guarantee on all hardy plants.