Tips and News
We love nothing more at Groves than to help our community out with tips and tricks to get your gardening flourishing. We hope you find some helpful information here, check back for new expert guidance each month.
Groves Top Tips for growing with peat free compost
Becky Groves
Our nurseries have been growing in peat free compost since 2021, read our top tips to help your plants thrive.
How to grow your own potatoes
Plant potatoes now for a tasty crop all through summer, perfect for roasting, frying or baking. Find out more about how to grow your own potatoes.
Create a cut flower garden
Create a cut flower garden with these helpful tips & tricks - even if you have a small space!
15 Gardening tips for March
Welcome to the March edition of our gardening guide! As the embrace of winter loosens its grip, our gardens come alive with the promise of spring. In this month's tips, we're your companions on the journey of March gardening – a time of budding poss…
Get ahead for warmer times with 'Baby Bedding'
Charlie Groves
Not only are baby bedding plants great value, they also allow you to get ready for Spring and Summer colour once the warmer weather arrives.
Room design with indoor plants for a green jungle
Transforming your living space into a lush green jungle is not just a design choice; it's a commitment to infusing vitality and tranquillity into your home. In this guide, we'll embark on a journey to create a botanical haven within your four walls…
Cutting houseplants - Is it really necessary?
In the world of indoor gardening, the topic of cutting or pruning houseplants often raises questions and uncertainties. Do our leafy companions truly benefit from the occasional trim, or is it an unnecessary intervention? In this exploration, we'll…
The unique characteristics of cacti and succulents
Embark on a journey into the captivating world of cacti and succulents, where resilience meets beauty in the most extraordinary way. These unique plants, adapted to arid environments, bring a touch of the desert into our homes, flourishing with dist…
The variety of indoor plants is endless and beautiful
Step into the enchanting realm of indoor plants, where the variety is not just abundant but also stunningly beautiful. From lush foliage to vibrant blooms, each plant brings its unique charm, turning our homes into thriving green havens. In this exp…
15 Gardening tips for February
Welcome to the February edition of our gardening guide! As winter's grip begins to loosen, our gardens awaken with the promise of a new growing season. In this month's tips, we'll guide you through essential tasks to prepare your garden for the upco…
Groves Violet Festival 3rd - 11th Feb
Becky Groves
It’s Groves Nurseries favourite time of year - it’s violet time! To celebrate we're holding a nine day festival to show off our fantastic collection from 3rd to the 11th February.
The unique characteristics of Orchids
It is precisely the characteristics of orchids that make them so popular as houseplants. No wonder, because they can do more than just look good. So if you are looking for special and unusual houseplants with beautiful flowers, you have come to the…