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February is the last month of winter, and frequently the coldest. It’s the end of the dormant period for many plants, so the last opportunity to plant out perennials and fruit trees...  We have compiled hints and tips to help your garden thrive this February and to prepare you for spring. Our gardening expert, Chris Milborne, also brings you this month's edition of 'From the Potting Shed'…

Blue Diamond has increased its portfolio of National Trust inspired bulbs by working closely with the Trust and their gardeners. The new range of summer flowering bulbs includes varieties of Dahlias, Agapanthus and Peonies that reflect the beauty of the Trust’s gardens and the tried and tested secrets of its gardening experts. Learn about the inspiration behind the new collections and buy the…

January is the start of an exciting new year in the garden. The weather may be cold, but if you look, you can see the first signs of spring outdoors, with bulbs poking up out of the ground and the days growing ever so slightly longer... Our January gardening hints and tips are here, and our gardening expert, Chris Milborne, brings you this month's edition of 'From the Potting Shed': READ JANUARY…

Short days and minimal sunlight hours can make December feel like a dark month. Most parts of the country will see frosts and snow, and many plants will be dormant. It is, however, the perfect time to plant and maintain roses, perennials and shrubs... Our December gardening hints and tips are here, and our gardening expert, Chris Milborne, brings you this month's edition of 'From the Potting…

Our festive period opening times are now available on our website. Simply click here to visit our store location page and find your nearest centre's hours. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing our Christmas collections with you in-store! CLICK HERE

Our real cut Christmas trees are now in stock at Blue Diamond! Picking a real Christmas tree is a family tradition, and our friendly, knowledgeable staff are here to help. When you visit a us, you will be greeted with a choice of popular varieties like the Nordmann Fir, Noble Fir, Fraser Fir, and Norway Spruce - all perfect for both indoor and outdoor spaces. We also have some helpful online…

As autumn comes to an end, the last of the leaves are falling from the trees and the days are becoming wetter and noticeably colder. It’s a quieter time of year in the garden, and a great opportunity to reflect on what has and has not worked well in the garden, and to start planning for the next year, but there is still some work to do... Our November gardening hints and tips are here, and our…

Blue Diamond has now purchased Frosts, Willington in Bedfordshire, alongside Frosts, Woburn Sands, that was purchased in August. Originally opened as a nursery in the late 1890s, the Willington garden centre grew into a successful business through the partnership of the Godber and Frost families, establishing a strong reputation within the local community.   Alan Roper, MD of Blue Diamond…

October can be a glorious month in the garden, with clear blue skies and crisp days. Everywhere you look, the autumn leaves are a blaze of rich warm reds, oranges and yellows, a last extravagant explosion of colour before winter arrives... Our September gardening hints and tips are here, and our gardening expert, Chris Milborne, brings you this month's edition of 'From the Potting Shed': READ…

September is pleasantly warm enough to enjoy pottering in the garden, with the relentless heat of previous months usually behind us. The evenings arrive earlier and are slightly cooler, a sign of the changing conditions of autumn. There’s plenty to keep you active in all areas of the garden... Our September gardening hints and tips are here, and our gardening expert, Chris Milborne, brings you…