Ideas & advice

Welcome to our gardening podcasts, your one-stop-shop for all things plants and gardening related. Whether you’re a keen gardener or just getting started, we’ve got something for everyone

No matter how big or small your garden space, this easy grow-your-own project is a great way to enjoy home-grown tasty tomatoes

These savoury crepes are perfect for a quick and easy summer lunch enjoyed outside. The filling is rich, flavourful and creamy featuring garlic infused mushrooms and three different types of cheeses

Our handy guide gives options for every space, style and budget. Download now to get your garden ready for summer

As the weather begins to get warmer and our hedges and trees burst into blossom, April is always a busy month in a gardener’s calendar

Vegetables are the main star of this dish, but beautifully barbequed and packed full of flavour they’re not like any you will have tried before

The new season starts in earnest this month. Nature stirs into growth as the weather improves and the soil warms

As the days begin to lengthen, snowdrops and early spring bulbs start to colour the garden, a sign that spring is tantalisingly close

Dahlias are the all-purpose summer flowers. With so many colours and flower shapes to choose from

January brings us the shortest and coldest days of the year, the perfect excuse to curl up in front of the fire making plans for the new gardening year

Surprise your friends and family this year with the most stunning, homemade centrepiece

The last of the leaves fall from the trees as our gardens slip into their winter slumber

As leaves fall carpeting the ground in a tapestry of fiery colours, structural evergreen plants start to take centre stage

As autumn draws in on the garden, October brings warm seasonal colours to our beds and borders

After the frenzied activity of the summer period, September is the perfect month to take stock of the flower and vegetable garden

Tips and tricks to get these tender beauties to thrive

Brighten your spring lawn with clumps of crocuses, planted in swathes

Perfect for windowsills and patios, learn how amaryllis will grow happily in a small pot

Divide clumps of bluebells and snowdrops regularly to enjoy swathes and banks of blooms every spring

August is the time to relax in the garden enjoying long summer days. Watering is key this month

Versatile bulbs, there are plenty of options of how and where to plant Alliums to make beautiful displays

A springtime staple, there’s a daffodil for every occasion. Follow the tips below for glorious displays

Possible to grow in soil or water, plant your hyacinths in time to bloom beautifully through the festive period

Watering your garden is an easy but very important task. We have mapped out below some very helpful tips to hydrate your garden.

A weed is an unwanted plant that can be invasive. They can spoil the appearance of your garden and can harbour pests and diseases.

Mid-summer and the garden is at its most colourful. The frantic rush of exuberant growth is past, and our garden plants show off their glorious foliage

The world’s most iconic horticultural event, the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, is back in May for 2022, and we have marked our return with an inspirational stand

We are collaborating with one of our charity partners, Stroke Association, to show our support for Stroke Awareness Month, with the donation of indoor plants from our five star, award-winning RHS Chelsea Flower Show stand

At Dobbies, we’re committed to supporting charities on a national and regional level and we are proud to be collaborating with Horatio’s Garden by donating plants from this year’s five star, award-winning RHS Chelsea Flower Show ‘green sanctuary’ stand

We received a trio of awards at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show

Get the perfect pie every time with our pizza recipe, add home grown toppings from your garden and cook to perfection with an Ooni pizza oven  

Ooni Pizza Ovens have pulled together some top tips for pizza making to share with you whether you’re just starting your pizza making journey or you’re a seasoned pizzaiolo

We've teamed up with Weber to help you get BBQ ready this spring. 

Just pop in store for your chance to discover how to make the perfect pizza or epic steaks

Since Dobbies partnered with Too Good To Go, the surplus food app in February 2021, more than 37,500 Magic Bags of fresh and delicious surplus food have been bought from Dobbies’ foodhalls across the country

We have teamed up with the Daily Express to offer their readers a free packet of Mr Fothergill’s Giant Single Sunflower seeds, as we show our support for Ukraine, with their national flower  

A delicious fresh fish recipe that's perfect for dining al fresco

You don’t need a lot of space to grow bulbs – lots of varieties grow well in pots and hanging baskets, so you can add them to any garden

Give your garden a colour boost by planting summer-flowering bulbs this spring

Our lawns are at the heart of our gardens - a place to relax, entertain and play with the kids. With just a few easy steps you can get your lawn into great shape ready for the summer season

Enjoy the sense of achievement & satisfaction of growing your own beautiful flowering plants to brighten up your borders, pots & baskets this season

Once your young plants are a bit more established and showing healthy growth, they will still need a bit of extra care to get them fully ready for planting out into beds & borders and your pots & baskets

Don’t worry if you don’t have a greenhouse, your seedlings will happily grow on a bright windowsill until they are ready to go out in the garden

We are encouraging people to think sustainably when they dispose of their real cut trees this festive season

A delicious Autumn dish that can be served as either a main or a side

Chomp through all your food and garden waste turning it into rich, organic compost your garden will love

Now’s the time to treat your lawn to some TLC – it's worked hard over the summer and deserves pampering to see it through winter and into next year

A twist on a classic hot gin punch. It has a balanced blend of citrus fruits and it’s perfect for sharing on an Autumn evening

We are proud to announce the winners for our  ‘Not Your Average Gardener’ awards

Layered planting is a great way of creating a potted bulb display that’s full of colour and interest – it will also change and evolve as spring progresses

Several of our bulbs are suitable for growing indoors giving you early colour and fragrance

A perfect sandwich for a summer picnic. Filled with salami, rocket, homemade relish and mozzarella, it has all the flavours of Italy that kids and grownups will enjoy

A unique triple action soil enricher made entirely from a by- product of the UK’s first commercial biomethane generating plant

Planting and growing runner beans is the perfect activity for budding gardeners and experts alike. Find out how to grow your runner beans with Dobbies

Make a classic Whisky Cocktail, combining whisky, mint and sugar syrup, stirred to the perfect dilution with lots of ice

Dahlias make a delightful addition to any garden thanks to their bright colours and versatile shapes and sizes

Now you can plant a range of roses that don’t just look and smell gorgeous, they’ll tickle your tastebuds too

Welcome to our expert events. These virtual events aim to provide you with engaging tips and tricks, tutorials and live demonstrations across a variety of topics

Make these tasty tacos for a Mexican-inspired feast. Pack your tortillas with delicious fillings, including spicy cauliflower, borlotti beans and vegetables

Healthy soil plays a vital role in allowing your garden to flourish. Not only does soil allow plants to thrive, but it also provides a great habitat for biodiversity, attracting a whole host of wildlife to your green space

At Dobbies, we are committed to educating about the importance of soil health and delivering environmentally-friendly practices and products, and sustainable solutions

Apple trees are one of the easiest fruit trees to grow and a focal point for any garden. They also have many benefits besides the juicy fruit they produce

There are many factors to take into consideration when choosing a tree for a small garden

No matter what size your garden space, it’s easy to grow your own herbs to use for cooking, salads, BBQs and herbal teas

A quick and easy garden project that’ll brighten up your outside space instantly

Rhubarb is a surprisingly versatile ingredient that is great for all kinds of recipes from classic crumbles to jams and compotes, or simply roasted or poached with spices and a little orange zest

No matter how big or small your garden, this easy and fun garden project is a great way to enjoy home-grown tasty potatoes and get all the family involved

Sweet peas are one of the UK's favourite cottage garden plants

Easy to grow, garlic is the perfect low maintenance crop if you’re new to growing your own vegetables

Scones are the perfect tea-time treat, whether jam-and-cream-topped, plain or slathered in butter

You can’t beat summer bedding plants for a colour burst and fast results

The great thing about cottage gardens is that there are no rules. Just grow what you love to create a garden that’s uniquely yours

While alpines will grow happily in rock gardens and stone walls, a lovely traditional way to display them is in a stone trough

No matter how small your garden space, many vegetables will grow very happily in containers, from shallow bowls to larger pots, window-boxes and even hanging baskets

A quick easy and rewarding garden project that'll brighten up your outside space in an instant

Lasagne is a classic that everyone loves. Make this easy lasagne recipe to share with the whole family and everyone will love this classic Italian dinner

A deliciously light and zingy noodle salad with flavours inspired from all over Asia

You can't beat homemade fish and chips. It's a British institution and a national dish that everyone can't help but love

This quick and easy veggie burger recipe uses chickpeas and sweetcorn to tempt even the most carnivorous of meat eaters. It's vegan too

Onions and shallots are easy to grow and make the perfect low maintenance crop if you’re new to growing your own vegetables. They fit neatly in rows between other crops and don’t need a lot of attention except occasional watering

A quick and easy garden project that will brighten up your outdoor space in an instant. Whether you choose a handsome acer with stunning foliage colour or an evergreen rhododendron with striking flowers, you’ll have an eye-catching focal point that will look good for years